Mining and Raw Materials MBA

To ensure a sustainable standard of living, today’s modern society is totally dependent on Raw Materials. The ambitious goals for a green transition cannot be realized unless there is a sustainable and secure supply of raw materials together with the human capital needed to reach the desired end-use products.

Top University graduate and fluency in English Language

Target: Top University graduates (preferably engineering degree), who want to develop executive skills and obtain knowledge that will allow them to successfully pursue their professional careers in the most demanding companies.

Fluency in English Language is essential.

The Mining & Raw Materials MBA offers students an opportunity to embrace the operational, business, and commercial principles and best practices related to the sustainable extraction, processing, and end-use application of Raw Materials.

This is an in-depth training programme in which theory and practice are combined and delivered by business professionals, who introduce a realistic view of management.

The program is divided into three blocks:

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
MBA.01- Business Economic Environment

World Economic Situation
Concepts of Macroeconomics

MBA.02- Business Strategy & Organization

Business Strategy: Introduction
Strategic Analysis
Techniques and Tools for Strategy Decision Making
Strategic Implementation
Structure and Organization

MBA.03- Corporate Finance & Management Control

Introduction to Finance (online hours)
Introduction to Finance
Cost Analysis
Financial Perspective
Time Value of money
Financial Statements Forecasts
The Company Valuation
Leasing
Decision Making
Risk Analysis
Advanced Financial Tools

MBA.04- Commercial & Marketing Management

Introduction to Marketing
Market Analysis
Value Proposition
Product and Pricing Strategy
Distribution
Branding and Communication
Customer Experience
e-commerce
Digital Marketing
Commercial Management
International Marketing
Channel Strategy

MBA.05- Digital Transformation

Digital transformation I
Digital transformation II
Big Data and Business Analytics
Blockchain
Industry 4.0.
Cloud and Security
Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Future trends
Business Game (online hours)
Project Management

MBA.06- Human Resources & Management Skills

Innovation in Organization Culture
HHRR Management and Administration
Teamwork
Effective Presentations
Professional Negotiation
Leadership
Change Management

MBA.07- Operations

Operations Overview
Operations Key Functions
Industrial Organizations Control
Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence
Practical Case

MBA.08- Business Design & Lean Startup

Business Models Design and Lean Startup
Mining and Raw Materials MBA Project

MINING AND RAW MATERIALS INTENSIFICATION
MRM.S.01- The Mining and Raw Materials in the Global Economy

History of Mining & Raw Materials
Industry Characteristics of Metals & Industrial Minerals
Discovery & Production of Raw Materials
Relationship between Producers & Consumers
EU & R.O.W. Regulations & Legislation
World diversity of Raw Materials
Company Visit

MRM.S.02- Mining Life Cycle

Permitting
Prospecting
Exploration
Exploitation
Mineral Processing
Rehabilitation
Energy
Safety & Health
Company Visit

MRM.S.03- Responsible Mining & Raw Materials Development

Business Strategies for Sustainability
Environmental, Social & Economic Value
Circular Economy
Societal Demands & Concerns
Decarbonization in the Raw Materials Sector

MRM.S.04- Corporate Finance

Financing Structures & Strategies
Mineral Project Evaluation
Cash Flow Modelling, P/L & Balance Sheet
Investment & Portfolio Management
Economic Evaluation: Risk vs. Uncertainty

MRM.S.05- Marketing & Business Fundamentals

Marketing & Sales
Supply/Demand Balances
Pricing
Commodities & Futures Exchanges
Logistics & Distribution
Compliance

MASTER PROJECT
As part of your training, you will carry out a Master Project in group that will be presented to a panel of investors and business advisors. This project will allow you to put into practice all the knowledge of the MBA and apply them to a real business plan through the methodology ´Lean Startup´ of entrepreneurship.

Throughout the MBA, and especially with the project, you will enhance your ability to make decisions and expose your arguments in a clear and structured manner. You will also learn to work in teams and meet different milestones in the established deadlines.