Industry focused education
Lead the mining decisions that carry the most weight.
Short, applied online programs for experienced mining professionals navigating closure risk, economic complexity and responsible growth.
UBC Micro-certificate
A global leader in mining education
Built with industry
Practical, current and built by mining professionals
Flexible delivery
Designed around an active career
Immediate impact
Apply the work in your current role
Mine closure isn't the end — it's one of the biggest financial and social liabilities in mining
Mine closure is no longer a future problem. It’s a present-day risk that’s already transforming balance sheets.
More than doubled
Closure provisions since 2015
By 2036
Projected to exceed total debt for some of the world’s largest mining companies
Inadequate closure planning can erode public trust, leave lasting environmental damage, and devastate the communities that surround a mine site.
The decisions made at the start of a mine’s life cycle — and throughout its operation — have lasting consequences. That’s why mine closure can’t be an afterthought.
Professional education, not entry-level training
Move from technical expertise to strategic influence.
At mid- and senior levels, the hardest mining decisions cross disciplines. They involve risk, finance, communities, regulation and long-term value — not just one technical answer.
BRIMM programs bring those perspectives together so you can make stronger recommendations, lead across functions and act with greater confidence.
Overlooking closure can cost millions. If you’re involved in planning, operations, or decommissioning, this training will equip you to manage risk, protect your organization’s bottom line, and maximize your strategic impact.
This program is ideal for
Environmental and closure specialists
Mine managers and engineers
HR and training leads in mining organizations
Indigenous and community engagement professionals
Regulators, consultants, and policy advisors
Explore the mine closure curriculum
Each course is designed for working professionals seeking to lead responsibly through the closure phase of the mining lifecycle and improve long-term environmental, social, and financial outcomes.
UBC Micro-certificate
2 courses
40+ hours each
6–8 weeks
100% online
Cohort intakes year-round
No prerequisites
BRIMM 111: New Perspectives on Mine Closure
Mine closure is evolving beyond technical remediation. This course explores emerging frameworks, regulatory shifts, and the social dimensions of closure – including how to support a just transition for affected communities.
BRIMM 112: Transition to Positive Legacy
Rather than simply “reclaiming” land, this course explores how mine sites can be transitioned into assets – creating value through biodiversity, renewable energy, water reuse, and community benefit.
What you'll gain from this program
Advance your career, strengthen your organization, and help lead the mining industry into a more sustainable future.
Mitigate long-term financial risk for your organization
Bring strategic value to your team through forward-looking closure planning
Enhance your career by mastering a critical, specialized area of mining
Understand and navigate the complex, multi-decade nature of closure
Gain insight from industry leaders and peer professionals
Build cross-disciplinary coordination skills essential for responsible closure
StrongerBC Future Skills Grant
BC resident? This program is free.
The StrongerBC Future Skills Grant covers the full cost of the program for eligible BC residents. See eligibility and how to apply.
Not in BC?
Funded cohorts are offered periodically at no cost to participants. Join the waitlist to be notified when seats open.
Powered by BRIMM at the University of British Columbia
The Bradshaw Research Institute for Minerals and Mining (BRIMM) at UBC exists to transform the mining sector – for the benefit of the economy, society, and the environment.
We break through traditional research silos to connect UBC’s world-leading experts in mining engineering, microbiology, geology, business, policy, and data science. This cross-disciplinary approach allows us to create better, faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective solutions to the most pressing challenges in mining – including mine closure.
By bridging industry and academia, BRIMM empowers professionals and organizations with the knowledge, tools, and research-driven insight needed to lead mining into a more sustainable future.
Frequently asked questions
Still have a question? Email us at info@brimm.ubc.ca
Take the lead in responsible mine closure
Future-proof your career, reduce long-term risk for your organization, and gain the knowledge to lead closure with confidence. These courses are built for professionals working in planning, operations, or decommissioning — people who want to drive better outcomes for the environment, communities, and the bottom line.
Earn a UBC micro-certificate. Build future-ready skills. Help define what successful closure looks like.