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    BatteryMBA for US Professionals

    Lead the US Battery Industry with the full BatteryMBA

    The BatteryMBA is a broad, global battery value-chain programme, and it's the fastest way for US engineers, plant managers, sourcing leads, investors and policy professionals to gain the cross-disciplinary fluency that leadership in the post-IRA US battery industry demands. Across 12 weeks you'll cover cell chemistry, EV and BESS markets, supply chain and finance, with dedicated US policy and gigafactory case studies and a peer cohort that spans North American and global practitioners.

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    Why BatteryMBA for US Professionals

    A focused curriculum delivering the technical depth and commercial context this segment demands.

    IRA & Policy Landscape

    Section 45X credits, FEOC rules, and how policy reshapes US supply chains, taught alongside the wider battery context.

    US Gigafactory Build-Out

    Site selection, workforce, equipment, and the realities of US-based manufacturing, grounded in global cell-making fundamentals.

    Critical Minerals & Sourcing

    Lithium, nickel, cobalt, and graphite, domestic and allied supply pathways, framed within battery-industry economics.

    US BESS & Utility Markets

    ISO/RTO structures, ITC, and the economics of US grid-scale storage, taught alongside global BESS markets.

    EV Market Dynamics

    OEM strategy, charging infrastructure, and consumer adoption curves, informed by the full battery value chain.

    US Investment Landscape

    VC, project finance, DOE loans, and where capital is flowing across the global battery industry.

    What You'll Take Away

    The BatteryMBA is not a US-only course, it's a global battery value-chain programme that has trained hundreds of US-based engineers, plant managers, sourcing leads, investors and policy professionals who wanted both the domestic detail and the global context to lead in the American battery industry.

    Navigate US battery policy and incentives with full value-chain context
    Build a global network spanning US OEMs, suppliers, developers and international peers
    Position for senior roles in the fastest-growing US clean-tech segment
    Earn a CPD-accredited BatteryMBA qualification recognised globally

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    Why US battery leaders choose the full BatteryMBA, not a US-only course

    Announced US battery cell capacity has grown from under 60 GWh in 2021 to well over 1,000 GWh of announced or under-construction capacity in 2026, anchored by the IRA's Section 45X advanced-manufacturing production credit and the Section 48E investment tax credit for storage, with FEOC sourcing rules now shaping eligibility. The build-out spans a 'Battery Belt' from Michigan through Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, North and South Carolina, with additional clusters in Nevada, Arizona, and Texas.

    The leaders winning in this market are rarely the ones who only understand US policy. They understand Asian cell-manufacturing playbooks, European regulatory dynamics, global chemistry roadmaps and the OEM strategies that shape demand, because all of those forces shape US project economics and bankability. The BatteryMBA is built around that full value chain, with US-specific case studies, projects and peers woven throughout.

    What the IRA actually pays for, and to whom

    The programme covers Section 45X production credits for cells ($35/kWh), modules ($10/kWh), electrode active materials (10% of production cost) and applicable critical minerals (10% of production cost); the 30D consumer credit and its critical-mineral and battery-component sourcing thresholds; the 45W commercial clean-vehicle credit; the 48E investment tax credit for energy storage; and the FEOC restrictions that now govern eligibility. Participants learn how stacking works, what counts as 'extracted or processed' for sourcing tests, and how OEMs and cell makers are restructuring JVs to stay eligible, grounded in the cell-level and value-chain fundamentals the BatteryMBA teaches up front.

    Critical minerals, IRA-aligned sourcing and the trade picture

    The programme covers the upstream picture: US lithium projects (Thacker Pass, Salton Sea, Smackover), domestic graphite anode plants, nickel and cobalt sourcing from US-FTA partner countries (Canada, Australia, Korea, Japan, Indonesia where applicable), and the role of allied processing in Korea and Japan. Tariff dynamics, Section 301 actions on Chinese-origin cells and components, and the Defense Production Act tools that complement the IRA are all covered alongside the global supply-chain modules.

    Key US battery incentives (IRA, as amended 2025)

    Summary of headline mechanisms. Eligibility and stacking rules apply; consult counsel for project-specific decisions.

    Key US battery incentives (IRA, as amended 2025)
    MechanismCode sectionHeadline valueRecipient
    Cell production credit§ 45X$35 / kWhUS cell manufacturer
    Module production credit§ 45X$10 / kWhUS module / pack assembler
    Electrode active material§ 45X10% of production costUS active-material producer
    Critical minerals§ 45X10% of production costUS miner / processor
    Consumer EV credit§ 30DConsumer EV credit of up to $7,500. Terminated for vehicles acquired after 30 September 2025.Buyer (subject to sourcing + FEOC)
    Commercial clean vehicle§ 45WCommercial clean-vehicle credit of up to $40,000. Terminated for vehicles acquired after 30 September 2025.Commercial fleet buyer
    Storage investment credit§ 48E30-50% of capexBESS project owner
    DOE Loan Programs Officen/aDirect + guaranteed loansManufacturers, projects

    Informational and educational content only. Not professional, financial, legal, or engineering advice.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much time do I need per week?
    Plan for roughly 2 to 3 hours per week for live lectures and office hours, or 4 to 5 hours per week if you also join the optional case study track.
    What happens if I miss a live session?
    Every live lecture is recorded and made available on the learning platform shortly after, so you can catch up on your own schedule. Office hours are also offered in multiple time zones each week, so if you miss one you can simply join another.
    Can I get an invoice for my employer?
    Yes. Many participants are sponsored by their employer. Once accepted, BatteryMBA can issue a pro forma invoice with your company's billing details so the organisation can process payment. EU business customers can provide a valid VAT ID to have the invoice issued under the reverse-charge mechanism.
    What does the course cost?
    The full programme fee is €2,900. The current cohort price is shown on the homepage pricing section and may change during enrolment windows. Partial scholarships are available for eligible candidates from underrepresented backgrounds with limited financial means.
    Do I need a technical background to join?
    No technical background is required. BatteryMBA is designed for professionals from diverse backgrounds, engineers, business leaders, investors, and sustainability experts alike. The programme covers fundamentals before diving deep, and every participant also gets complimentary access to Battery101, an optional on-demand primer covering lithium-ion basics you can work through before your cohort starts.
    Can my employer pay for me?
    Yes, many participants are sponsored by their employer. Once accepted, BatteryMBA can issue a pro forma invoice with the company's billing details so the organisation can process payment.
    Are scholarships available?
    BatteryMBA offers a limited number of need-based partial scholarships. Candidates can indicate their interest in the scholarship on the application form.
    What is your refund policy?
    You may request a full refund within 14 days of enrolment, provided your cohort has not yet started and you have not attended any live session or accessed cohort materials. Once the cohort starts or materials are accessed, the programme is considered substantially delivered and refunds are no longer possible. In exceptional personal circumstances you may request a one-time transfer to a future cohort. Full terms are on the Refund Policy page.
    When does the next cohort start?
    Cohort C18 runs 14 September to 5 December 2026 and registration is open. BatteryMBA runs three times a year, with cohorts starting in January, May and September.
    Is the programme fully online?
    The programme is 100% online with 10 live interactive lectures, 150+ hours of recorded lectures, and a global virtual community.
    What certification do I receive?
    Upon completion participants receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised by industry employers and institutions worldwide.
    How does the application process work?
    Applicants submit the admission form with their CV. The BatteryMBA team reviews the candidacy, usually within 5 working days, and invites shortlisted applicants for an interview. If accepted, payment details are shared to secure the place.
    Do I get continued access after the programme?
    Participants have access to their lecture recordings via the platform for a limited time. A separate subscription is available for access to future cohorts' lectures.

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