Sector-specific

The global mining industry and business

Mining Management, Regulation and Markets 40 hours

Introduction

The course The global mining industry and business offers you a unique opportunity to gain an insight into a vital and constantly evolving sector. Mining is a cornerstone of the global economy, driving development and technological innovation. With the growing demand for mineral resources, the mining industry is positioning itself as a field of great relevance and with a wide range of career opportunities. This course will enable you to understand the business value chain and the key factors that define the industry global mining industry and the areas of impact in industrial processing. You’ll also learn about the processes and trends that are transforming the mining industry, equipping you with the skills you need to excel in this exciting sector. Join us and be part of a future full of possibilities.

Objectives

  • Understanding the supply chain value in the mining sector to identify opportunities.

  • To analyse key factors affecting the global mining industry and its development.

  • To assess the impact of the utilisation mining in various industrial sectors.

  • To identify current trends in mining business processes.

  • To develop skills in analysing the mining market and the challenges it presents.

  • Explore the interrelationships between mining and sustainable development.

  • Apply knowledge of strategic management in the mining industry.

Table of Contents

TEACHING UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE BUSINESS VALUE CHAIN

Overview of the mining industry
Conceptual framework for the mining industry
Society is mineral. Dependent
The mining value chain and its components
Quantity. Size of the deposit and scale of production

TEACHING UNIT 2. CHARACTERISTICS AND KEY FACTORS OF THE GLOBAL MINING INDUSTRY

Stages of mining activity
Mining exploration
Mineralogical study and project engineering
Mineral processing or treatment
The economic and social impact of mining projects

TEACHING UNIT 3. INDUSTRIAL UTILISATION OF MINING AND ITS AREAS OF IMPACT

Environmental impact of mining projects
Professional responsibility in projects (I)
Professional responsibility in projects (II)
The nature and importance of the supply of mineral raw materials
Industrial use

TEACHING UNIT 4. PROCESSES AND TRENDS IN THE MINING INDUSTRY

Engineering in the mining industry
Factors covered by mining engineering
The need to integrate mining into a sustainable development strategy
Mining policy and economics
Four trends for future success in the mining industry

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