University of Western Australia

What you'll study

This programme combines management fundamentals with sector‑specific topics relevant to minerals and energy. Core themes typically include project and operations management, resource and project economics, risk and safety management, regulatory and governance frameworks, environmental and social performance, and stakeholder engagement. Elective topics often allow you to focus on areas such as finance for resource projects, negotiation and contracting, sustainability and rehabilitation, or energy transition issues.

Units are delivered as intensive coursework modules and case studies, emphasising applied learning. Teaching methods include lectures, industry casework, practical assignments and guest presentations from practising professionals. The programme is structured so that the content can be taken in a sequence that supports part‑time study alongside professional work.

Entry requirements

Applicants are generally expected to have a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent qualification. Applicants with substantial relevant professional experience in the minerals and energy sector — for example in operations, engineering, geology, project management, environmental management or commercial roles — may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

All applicants must demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency if English is not their first language, typically via an approved English test or evidence of prior study in English. You will normally be required to submit a current CV; some applicants may also be asked for a statement of support from their employer or a referee.

Career prospects

Graduates use the certificate to formalise specialised skills and accelerate career progression in the resources and energy sector. Typical roles that graduates move into or enhance their prospects for include project coordinator, operations or site supervisor, resource‑sector analyst, health, safety and environment advisor, regulatory or community engagement officer, and technical or business consultant. The programme is also commonly used as a stepping stone for managers who aim to take on larger cross‑functional responsibilities or to transition between technical and commercial roles within resource companies, energy utilities and consulting firms.

Why study at University of Western Australia

UWA is located in Perth, a global hub for the resources and energy industries, providing strong links with local and international employers, consultancies and service companies. The university draws on regional research strengths in resources, engineering and environmental sciences and combines these with practical, industry‑facing teaching.

Students benefit from lecturers with sector experience, opportunities for guest sessions led by practitioners, and networking connections across Western Australia’s minerals and energy community. The programme’s flexible delivery is designed to suit working professionals and enables participants to apply learning directly to workplace challenges.