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Certificate in Mine Planning

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Mine Planning


About Mine Planning
Mine Planning can be defined as the process of optimizing the exploitation of mineral reserves for maximum added value aligned with the strategic goals and objectives of the business enterprise. The complex set of activities associated with this process aims to identify the best possible mine design and production scheduling considering, among others, capital investments, operational cost, revenue forecasting, and management of cash flows of a mining operation. It is a critical component of the financial aspects of mining ventures.

Why is Mine Planning important?
Mine planning puts you on the path to success by establishing and developing a cost-effective solution for the extraction of mined minerals at optimal quality and quantities. This is developed such that shareholder returns are maximized while adhering to business standards and ethics.

The mine planning process involves short-, medium- and long-term plans. These different plans are aligned to ensure that the mine’s strategic objectives are implemented effectively and seamlessly.

Who should take the Mine Planning Exam?
•    Mining professionals
•    Entrepreneurs or Innovators
•    Anyone who wants to assess their mine planning skills
•    Mining managers and senior executives
•    Mining  consultants
•    Any professional with skills and knowledge on mine planning


Mine Planning Certification Course Outline

1. Basic Mine Design
2. Mine Financial Valuation and Optimization
3. Mining Methods
4. Business Planning Process
5. Mine Project Planning and Control
6. Technical and Legal Requirements in Mine Planning
7. Optimization and Planning of Underground Mines


Certificate in Mine Planning FAQs

You can directly go to the certification exam page and register for the exam.

You will be required to re-register and appear for the exam. There is no limit on exam retake.

There will be 50 questions of 1 mark each

No there is no negative marking

You have to score 25/50 to pass the exam.

The result will be declared immediately on submission.

It will be a computer-based exam. The exam can be taken from anywhere around the world.