Department of Short Term Courses
Education goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. We believe in empowering students to easily integrate the professional world.
Introduction to the Department
The Department of Business under the Faculty of Oil & Gas at the International Petroleum and Mining Academy (IPMA) is a leader in practical, high-impact technical training in the Central African region. Courses under this department are taught by experienced industry practitioners utilizing modern technical laboratories and equipment. The department’s programs equip students with real-world skills demand-driven by the petro-mining sector. Whether starting a career or upskilling for new opportunities, IPM Academy delivers the practical foundation to excel on-site.
Department Overview
Designed for rapid entry into the energy workforce, the department delivers specialized 2-year professional diploma programs that combine intensive hands-on field experience with core theoretical knowledge:
Safety & Compliance
Programs in Quality Assurance and Control and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) build the vital standards needed to safeguard operational integrity and workforce safety.
Processing & Operations
Advanced technical tracks in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Technology, Refinery Technology, and Gas Processing & Treatment prepare technicians to manage complex midstream and downstream processes.
Asset Maintenance & Infrastructure
Field-focused diplomas in Corrosion Management Technology, Oilfield Equipment & Materials, Industrial Welding, and essential entry-level field roles (Roustabout) ensure continuous asset reliability.
Undergraduate Programs (BSc):
- Petroleum Management & Finance
- Petroleum Logistics
- Petroleum Law
- Petroleum Accounting
Postgraduate Programs (MSc):
- Upstream Operations & Production
- Midstream Operations
- Refinery Technology
- Oilfield Operation Engineering