Program Content for the MSc in Management of Energy Transitions
The Master of Science (MSc) in Management of Energy Transitions offered by emlyon business school is accessible for entrance in:
- Year 1 for students with at least a 3-year Bachelor's degree (find out more about eligibility criteria in the [Admissions page]https://masters.em-lyon.com/en/msc-management-of-energy-transitions/admissions){target=blank})
- Year 2 for students with at least a 4-year Bachelor's degree (find out more about eligibility criteria in the Admissions page)
This program enables foreign or French students to acquire a high-level, specialized education aimed at the main functions of sports management, entertainment marketing, and lifestyle business development, focusing on international markets. This program requires a professional mission at the end of the course for a minimal duration of 4 months (internship, VIE, fixed-term contract or permanent contract).
Discover the program content for the 2025-2026 academic year:
Academic content
This program explores the key challenges and solutions related to the energy transitions by combining lectures, tutorials, and hands-on projects to provide a comprehensive understanding of various energy options and the path towards a sustainable future.
Year 1
FIRST PERIOD: "LEARN" Energy Transitions Fundamentals
📅 September to December
Course modules:
- Energy Transitions 101
- Energy Solutions
- Demand-side management - Efficiency & Sufficiency
- Negative emissions technologies
- Economics & business models for transitioning away from fossil fuels
SECOND PERIOD: "LEAD" Be a change maker
📅 January to April
Course modules:
- Climate tech entrepreneurship
- Digital frameworks for Net Zero (platform, AI, etc.)
- Reuse Repair Recycle: circular economy
- System dynamics for sustainability
- EU geopolitical challenges
- Climate risk, adaptation and resilience building
- Interactions with other grand challenges
INTERNSHIP OR ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROJECT
📅 May to August
The professional mission will last from 4 to 6 months and can be an internship, a VIE (international volunteering mission), an entrepreneurial project, a fixed-term contract or a permanent contract. This is a great opportunity to put your academic knowledge to the test and acquire tangible experience within the industry. The school will give you all the support and tools you need to find the right job for you.
Year 2
ENERGY WEEK - International seminar co-created with students
THIRD PERIOD: "PLAN" Audit & Decarbonization strategy
📅 September to December
Course modules:
- Build carbon strategy
- Sustainable Supply Chain: risks and opportunities
- Regulation (France & EU level)
- Strategic governance & ecosystem management
- Challenges of Industrialization
- Project financing
- Project management
- Consulting methodologies & change management
FOURTH PERIOD: "SCALE" Local actions, global impacts
📅 January to April
Course modules:
- Buildings (envelope, heating, lighting & appliances, Energy efficiency)
- Transportation: Maritime transportation / aviation (SAF), Road (EVs)
- Power generation, T&D (interconnections)
- Industry (Recycling, Heavy Industry)
- Other sectors (IT, Agriculture)
Exchange term in Shanghai
📅 April to May 📍 China
Course modules:
- Managing business in Asia
- Cleantech industries in China: solar PV, batteries, EVs
- Thesis methodology
Master's Thesis
The Master's Thesis is an analytical work on a topic related to the industry and to the professional experience gained during your internship. This is a great opportunity for you to research a subject which is not only of particular interest, but which has the potential to contribute powerfully to your personal and professional development.
In-Company projects
The in-company project, a key component of the program, provides you with valuable hands-on experience before starting your internship or first job. This project involves a group of students collaborating on a real-world business or management issue presented by a company. The challenge could also focus on developing new business initiatives and analyzing the market to shape future strategies and directions.
By engaging in a business project, you will:
- Apply the academic knowledge you've recently gained
- Acquire practical experience while working on a concrete project within a supportive environment
- Develop intercultural competencies and navigate diverse business and cultural settings
- Expand your network by connecting with alumni, fellow students, and partners.
Internship or entrepreneurship project
The professional mission will last between 4 to 6 months and can take the form of an internship, a VIE (international volunteering mission), or an entrepreneurial project. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world context, gaining valuable experience in your chosen field. Whether you're seeking employment or launching your own business, the school provides all the support and resources necessary to help you succeed in finding the right path for your career.
Word from the Program Directors
"Our society is experiencing an unprecedented energy transformation, driven by many factors, among which are decarbonization, electrification, and digitalization. The Master in Management of Energy Transitions will give you the opportunity to acquire hands-on business expertise and master the essential tech skills to deepen your understanding of energy systems and accelerate their transition. Follow pioneer decarbonization pathways with the biggest actors of the sector and become top of mind for leading recruiters. Working in the energy sector means being connected to all types of international actors, and understanding the evolution of key countries. With this program, you will evolve in a multicultural environment, and get the necessary skills to fully understand global challenges. This MSc is for you if you are attracted by technical energy issues, want to pursue a meaningful career with positive and concrete impacts and plan to work in an international, multicultural and complex environment. We are looking for highly motivated students who can adapt to all types of situations and are curious about the evolution of the world."
Xavier Blot and Thibaud Voïta - Program Directors of the MSc in Management of Energy Transitions
Assessments
📝 Assessment methods may include case studies, presentations, mock exercises, tests, etc.