New Economics programme launched

The Economics department has launched a new programme, the MSc in Global Energy Management (GEM) which will see its first intake this year. It was officially launched at the World Energy Forum in Abu Dhabi which took place on January 16 and 17. Richard Bellingham from the Department of Economics was there to promote the programme. The Forum was also attended by a Scottish delegation including First Minister Alex Salmond, who met with Richard at the GEM presentation stand.

The summit - from January 16 to January 19 and now in its fifth year - is an annual gathering of world leaders and thinkers committed to promoting advancement in renewable energy and attracts more than 26,000 attendees.

The MSc in Global Energy Management is specifically designed to train the next generation of energy professionals. A 12-month taught Master's degree, GEM combines academic rigour with exposure to industry and other experts, plus hands-on training in the management of energy-related issues and problems. It is aimed at producing high flying energy professionals. Participants will gain a rigorous analytical training and in-depth real world knowledge of the global energy system in all its facets, giving them an unrivalled edge in the energy job market. For more information on the programme, go to www.strath.ac.uk/economics/gem/