Start date:
| 06 Apr 2026, 8.15AM |
duration: |
2792 hrs 45 mins |
Location: |
Online |
Cost: |
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This module is available to start now
Additionally, the module will identify areas where demand management can be effectively implemented. It also includes an in-depth exploration of carbon pricing and the emissions trading scheme, equipping learners with the knowledge to navigate and apply these concepts in the context of energy management.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, you should be able to:
- Understand market structures for both electricity and gas.
- Recognise the key price drivers of energy.
- Understand energy purchasing and how it works.
- Understand energy spot pricing and the wholesale spot market.
- Understand hedging of energy supply contracts.
- Identify areas where demand management is useful.
- Recognise and understand carbon pricing and the emissions trading scheme.
Position and pathway
This module includes an optional online badge exam (micro-credential). Successful completion of the assessment contributes towards CEP’s Certified Professional in Energy qualification.
Time commitment
The module comprises nine (9) lessons and videos, and approximately four (4) hours of total video content. Learners will also complete four (4) progression quizzes, each taking around five (5) minutes, and one (1) completion quiz. The progression quizzes serve as gatekeeper steps, requiring successful completion before participants can advance to the next lesson.
Digital certificate
A digital certificate is issued upon achieving a minimum pass mark of 75%, recognising successful completion and understanding of the module. Please note that this certificate is separate from the associated professional certification.
This self-directed online training module on “Energy Markets and Procurement” aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of energy markets, focusing on both electricity and gas. It covers the structure of these markets, the key price drivers, and the mechanisms of energy purchasing. Learners will gain insights into energy spot pricing, the wholesale spot market and the hedging of energy supply contracts.
This module is available to start now
Additionally, the module will identify areas where demand management can be effectively implemented. It also includes an in-depth exploration of carbon pricing and the emissions trading scheme, equipping learners with the knowledge to navigate and apply these concepts in the context of energy management.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, you should be able to:
- Understand market structures for both electricity and gas.
- Recognise the key price drivers of energy.
- Understand energy purchasing and how it works.
- Understand energy spot pricing and the wholesale spot market.
- Understand hedging of energy supply contracts.
- Identify areas where demand management is useful.
- Recognise and understand carbon pricing and the emissions trading scheme.
Position and pathway
This module includes an optional online badge exam (micro-credential). Successful completion of the assessment contributes towards CEP’s Certified Professional in Energy qualification.
Time commitment
The module comprises nine (9) lessons and videos, and approximately four (4) hours of total video content. Learners will also complete four (4) progression quizzes, each taking around five (5) minutes, and one (1) completion quiz. The progression quizzes serve as gatekeeper steps, requiring successful completion before participants can advance to the next lesson.
Digital certificate
A digital certificate is issued upon achieving a minimum pass mark of 75%, recognising successful completion and understanding of the module. Please note that this certificate is separate from the associated professional certification.
