KAPSARC’s Acceleration Program
About the program
KAPSARC’s Acceleration Program is a hands-on program designed for senior undergraduates and recently graduated students. Our one-month program offers training in technical skills in economics of energy and environment, public policy, as well as business and communication skills. This comprehensive program will provide fresh graduates with the necessary knowledge and tools to advance their career in the energy and environment sectors.
Week 1:
Mathematical tools & economics for energy and environment ecosystem
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical optimization methods | Consumer utility and profit maximization, net present value, internal rate of return | Quantitative methods / Econometrics | Statistical analysis of economic variables | Strategic behavior and game theory Accounting & business acumen |
Week 2:
Mathematical tools & economics for energy and environment ecosystem
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modeling for policy analysis in energy and environment ecosystem | Key macroeconomic concepts | Public policy design and analysis | Climate international agreements International oil and gas markets, Hubbert model | Saudi economy scenarios: Circular carbon economy and the economics of hydrogen |
Week 3:
Business and Communications Skills
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self Awareness | Effective Teamwork | Problem Solving | Effective Communication | Project Planning |
| Presentation Skills I | Organizational IQ | Design Thinking | Understanding Customers | Presentation Skills II |
Week 4:
Business and Communications Skills
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effective Research | Intro to Business Models | Project: Putting it all together | Project: Practice & Dry Runs | Project: Practice & Dry Runs |
| Data Analysis | Financial Analysis | Project: Refining the design & script | Semi-Finals / Debrief | Finals Competition / Graduation |
Program Partners
Who should attend?
- Senior undergraduate and fresh graduate students who would like to accelerate their professional careers and gain a competitive edge.
- Proficiency of written and spoken English
- Availability to attend the full program.
Application process
- To register for the program, please fill in and submit the registration application form.
- All applications will be reviewed and accepted applicants will be sent an acceptance email to enroll into the program.
- Accepted applicants must complete the enrollment process as explained in the acceptance email.
- All qualified candidates will be asked to submit their official English proficiency test result document.
Contact Us
Please feel free to contact us at exed@kapsarc.org if you require additional information or support.