Course Description

Economic Evaluation and Investment Decision Methods covers the economic analysis of income and service producing investments using discounted cash flow analysis criteria and procedures. It also covers the economic analysis techniques used to optimize the development and operation of mining, petroleum and non-natural resource production and processing operations.

The course textbook, Economic Evaluation and Investment Decision Methods, 16th Edition, 2019 by Franklin J. Stermole, John M. Stermole, and Andrew H. Pederson, demonstrates the evaluation techniques presented using a variety of applications for people with technical and non-technical backgrounds, with or without previous evaluation experience. The course is intended for managers, engineers, geologists, landmen, scientists, accountants, and others concerned with evaluating investments. The course has been presented nearly 1,025 times to more than 23,500 people.

This course has been developed to be delivered in-person or online.

Registration Information and Assistance

Continuing and Professional Education Services
Colorado School of Mines
924 16th Street, Suite 221 Green Center
Golden, CO 80401 USA
Phone: 303.384.2690
Fax: 303.384.2695
Email: Learn@mines.edu