International Petroleum Taxation and Finance (Distance Learning) LLM
Master
Distance
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
24 Months
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Start date
May
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
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The world's long-term economic development depends on the existence of efficient, innovative and creative energy and resources industries. These in turn rely on individuals who possess a sound grasp of their legal, economic, technical and policy backgrounds.
The Centre for Energy, Petroleum and Mineral Law and Policy (CEPMLP), University of Dundee is at the heart of these issues and provides the best in advanced education in its field, preparing its graduates to meet the challenges posed by the evolving global economy. Stimulated by oil and gas developments in the North Sea, the CEPMLP was established in May 1977.
Our students achieve the practical and professional skills needed to mastermind complex commercial and financial transactions in the international workplace, with exposure to many varied and exciting opportunities. Our interdisciplinary approach to teaching, research and consultancy provides a unique perspective on how governments, business and communities operate, providing the professionals of today with the ability to meet the challenges of tomorrow
As an internationally renowned graduate school in the field of international business transactions, natural resources and energy law and policy, our distance learning programmes provide a rigorous training for graduate students and working professionals who cannot afford the time to undertake full time studies.
Our LLM Petroleum Taxation and Finance by distance learning is aimed at petroleum industry professionals, both in government and industry, who wish to gain a grounding in the fiscal and financial dimensions of the international petroleum industry within a legal framework. The programme combines legal, policy and quantitative studies.
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About this course
You should have a good 4-year degree, equivalent to a UK honours degree, preferably at upper 2nd class level or above. Candidates holding the equivalent of a good 2nd class lower degree may also apply. You must provide degree certificates and academic transcripts with your application. Preferred degree disciplines are Law, Economics, Geology, Petroleum or Mining Engineering, Finance, Business, Management. Work experience in the energy/natural resources industry is an advantage, though it is not a strict requirement for admission to the MSc.
The answer is a wide range of varied roles. It is important to be aware that as with any job it depends upon your level of experience and skills set as to whether the role would be suitable for you, there is no one size fits all.
Past alumni have found employment with a variety of organisations including National Oil Companies, Exploration and Production Companies, Government and Ministries and Commercial Organisations including Banks, Law Firms and Global Consultancies.
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Subjects
- IT Law
- Taxation
- Transactions
- LLM
- International
- Finance
- Financial Training
- Full Time
- Industry
- Law
- Petroleum
- Financial
Course programme
A minimum of 60 credits from
- CP50005 - International Petroleum Law and Policy by distance learning
- CP50006 - Mineral and Petroleum Taxation by distance learning
- CP50007 - Petroleum Policy and Economics by distance learning
- CP50008 - Risk Analysis for Energy and Mining Investment Decision Making by distance learning
- CP50041 - Financial and Project Analysis for Natural Resources and Energy Ventures by distance learning
40 credits from
- CP50003 - Dissertation (for full-time and by distance learning)
- CP51013 - Internship Report (for full-time and by distance learning)
Sufficient modules from the academic timetable to bring the total number of credits to 180.
In common with other CEPMLP LLM degrees, any approved module can be included in the elective modules.
International Petroleum Taxation and Finance (Distance Learning) LLM