Transform your career and tackle global energy challenges with New York Tech’s Master of Energy Management program in Vancouver. Graduate ready to lead with innovative solutions and make a lasting impact on the world’s energy landscape.
Program Information
Expand the sections below to learn more about the Master of Energy Management program, admissions, prerequisites, and scholarship/funding opportunities.
Our MEM program teaches you the skills to address global energy-related challenges and become a leader in energy management. You’ll learn to apply cutting-edge energy technologies, develop effective policies, and utilize management methodologies to help corporations, governments, and organizations meet their climate change commitments. Our curriculum is designed to align with B.C.’s energy policies while offering national and international perspectives.
The program consists of 30 credits, including a fundamental core of seven required courses and three elective courses. You can tailor your studies with a combination of technical energy management courses and MBA courses.
The Master of Energy Management program at New York Tech Vancouver equips students for successful careers in diverse energy-related fields. To enhance career opportunities, the program offers one optional specialization designed to prepare students for impactful roles in the dynamic energy market:
Building Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization (BEED): Prepare for careers in building energy modeling and related fields. You will learn to develop strategies that reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, advancing more sustainable building practices.
Our applied curriculum emphasizes student projects, providing hands-on experience in real-world energy management scenarios. This approach ensures that you graduate with the practical skills needed to excel in the energy sector.
Students have the flexibility to transfer between our New York and Vancouver campuses, broadening their educational experience. Financial aid is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, while international students can work off-campus during their studies and qualify for post-graduation work permits of up to three years.
We offer comprehensive career planning services to all students, helping you navigate your career path and achieve your professional goals in the energy management field.
The MEM core curriculum includes 30 credits, including seven (7) required courses (21 credits), three (3) electives (9 credits), and one (1) Technical Communications course (0 credits). Students have one optional specialization: Building Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization (BEED).
Core Courses All courses are three (3) credit hours unless otherwise specified.
REQUIRED COURSES
Course Name (3 CREDITS EACH)
ENVT 601
Introduction to Environmental Technology
ENGY 610
Energy Management
ENGY 670
Energy Technology in Perspective
ENGY 695
Systems Engineering and Management
ENGY 710
Power Plant Systems
ENGY 775
Alternative Energy Systems
ENGY 890
Practicum, or Other Research
NYIT 610
Graduate Communications* (0 credits)
The Graduate Communications Course is only required for international students.
To earn the Building Energy Efficiency & Decarbonization Specialization, students must complete three of the following electives.
bUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY & DECARBONIZATION (beed)
Some applicants without a bachelor’s degree in science, applied science, engineering, or a related field may be eligible for conditional admission upon the completion of certain foundation courses.
New York Institute of Technology-Vancouver is offering an MEM Entrance Academic Scholarship for prospective students who will start in the Summer or Fall 2025 semester. We also offer a Domestic Student Scholarship for Permanent Residents of Canada and Canadian students who will start in the Summer or Fall 2025 semesters.
The Master of Energy Management program in Vancouver (New York Tech) will provide you with the requisite skills you need to help address global energy-related challenges. You’ll graduate ready to apply innovative energy technologies, policies and management methodologies to help corporations, governments, and organizations meet their climate change commitments. The MEM program is congruent with B.C.’s energy policies, while also providing a national and international perspective.
Download the full program overview and requirements below.
Employment for natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants, and program officers is in high demand due to the increasing need for sustainable energy solutions, climate change mitigation strategies, and the development of innovative technologies to address global environmental challenges. (WorkBC)
Job Growth
Canadian jobs in the clean energy sector are projected to grow by 7% annually, increasing from 509,000 in 2025 to 2.7 million by 2050 in a net-zero scenario.
Campus is a hub of activity, offering a wide range of clubs, organizations, and events that cater to diverse interests. Whether you’re passionate about technology, business, culture, or social causes, you’ll find a community that shares your interests and supports your growth.
We understand your life as a student doesn’t stop at the classroom door. We aim to provide social, cultural, and wellness-based activities to give you the best possible experience here. Every semester, we offer unique events and activities that take you both on and off-campus.
Our Faculty
Master of Energy Management program is led by a distinguished faculty of industry experts and accomplished academics. They bring real-world experience and cutting-edge research into the classroom, ensuring you receive a top-tier education that prepares you for leadership in the global energy industry.
Alumni have graduated from New York Tech’s Vancouver campus over the past twenty-five years
1000+
Doers, makers, and innovators are currently pursuing advanced degrees at our Broadway Tech Centre location
Top 10%
Return on Investment over 20, 30, and 40 years
Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce
Student Voices
The Energy Management (EM) program at New York Tech Vancouver has been instrumental in shaping my career, especially in my current role at Small Planet Supply. The program’s curriculum provided me with a strong foundation in energy efficiency, sustainability practices, and innovative technologies.
Ben Wong (M.S. EM ’22) Brand Manager – Small Planet Supply
The program’s alignment with B.C.’s energy policies has been invaluable in my work to implement sustainable solutions in the local context while considering global best practices. The blend of technical courses and electives has equipped me with both the technical expertise and business acumen necessary to drive meaningful change in the real estate sector.
EM program provided a comprehensive curriculum that deepened my understanding of sustainable energy practices and advanced analytical techniques, steering my career toward energy assessments/analysis. The program’s emphasis on real-world applications enabled me to implement innovative solutions that align with industry standards and regulations.
Shiva Nekooei (M.S. EM ’21) Energy Efficiency Specialist – Fisher Resource Efficiency Solutions Company Ltd.
The EM program gave me the opportunity to work on a renewable energy project, which helped me gain practical experience with cutting-edge energy solutions. The faculty and the support system at New York Tech were incredible, guiding me to various presentations/competitions (winning them as well).
Aliasgar Parekh (M.S. EM ’23) Business Energy Advisor – GreenStep Solutions
The EM program equipped me with essential energy modeling skills and tools like RETScreen, HOT2000, and eQUEST. I now apply these in my role as an Energy Simulation Specialist to design energy-efficient buildings and support sustainable practices.
Ivy Shen (MEM. ’23) Energy Simulation Specialist – Rocky Point Engineering Ltd.
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