Governing Energy Transitions CAS-HSG Executive training focusing on the governance of the social, technical, and economic dimensions of the energy transition with Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) of the University of St.Gallen! Program Highlights Motivation Switzerland is planning an ambitious energy transition with far-reaching consequences on the national, cantonal, and on the municipal level. As a result, leaders in the energy sector from public administration, politics, and industry are faced with significant challenges of realizing political goals, redesigning the infrastructure, adapting business models to disruptive innovations, and strategically repositioning vis-à-vis new market entrants. The training is tailor-made for interested executives in order to develop a thorough understanding of governing the social, technical, business/economic, and regulatory dimensions of the energy transition, as well as the competencies required to apply this knowledge at the local level. The overall aim of the program is to facilitate a dialogue between a group of passionate industry experts, government officials and academics and to actively foster a GET-community. GET is an action learning program to develop a common understanding of the challenges and opportunities arising from the Swiss energy transition. Such an approach welcomes the confrontation of controversial opinions through critical discussion. As such, GET is also a continuous learning exercise that extends beyond the classroom. Contents The topic of the energy transition is treated holistically within the framework of the program. The seven course modules deal with each dimension of the so-called energy trilemma as well as with the topic of governance connecting all elements. Site visits to utility companies, Empa's demonstrators NEST and MOVE, Europe's largest energy trade fair E-World in Germany and the recently completed Nant de Drance pumped storage power plant complete the program. Diploma Upon successful completion of the Executive Training, participants receive a CAS (Certificate of Advanced Studies) from the University of St.Gallen, which is graded with 10 ECTS points. The ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) is recognized at European Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences and can be credited for further studies such as a Master's degree (MAS, EMBA). Format The program is designed as a flying-classroom – i.e., each module is hosted by a utility company, a federal authority, or a university. Numerous site-visits as well as an excursion to Germany complete the format. Participants are responsible for organizing their own travel and accommodation. However, should you need assistance, feel free to contact us Tuition fee The tuition fee of the entire program is Fr. 8'950 per participant. It covers all services including online-access to the course materials, conference meals and optional social events – but excludes any travel and accommodation expenses Registration Registration is possible online via www.governing-energy-transitions.ch or by email (energymanagement@unisg.ch) using the registration form. In addition, we require a Curriculum Vitae with a description of the current professional activity as well as a short letter of motivation. In case of any questions, Sami Ben Messaoud will be happy to help you by telephone (+41 71 224 2089) or e-mail (sami.benmessaoud@unisg.ch)