What do you mean by a risk? If you can get into a ranked MBA program, I think that it would probably be worth it over the long run. It's true, RGU has carved a niche for itself in energy, but keep in mind that Cranfield usually places at least 10 to 15 percent of MBAs in energy roles, most likely at higher salaries than RGU.
I'm assuming you're an international student? Another factor you'd need to consider is international mobility - that is, how successful a school is in placing students in different countries from where they're from post-MBA. HEC is ranked highly by the FT in this regard, and Cranfield isn't shabby here either.
If you are seriously considering RGU as an alternative to these ranked programs, you should be critical: ask the school for placement statistics, especially for grads who were in similar situations as you are now. Connect with alum in the energy industry and ask them questions about their experience.
What do you mean by a risk? If you can get into a ranked MBA program, I think that it would probably be worth it over the long run. It's true, RGU has carved a niche for itself in energy, but keep in mind that Cranfield usually places at least 10 to 15 percent of MBAs in energy roles, most likely at higher salaries than RGU.
I'm assuming you're an international student? Another factor you'd need to consider is international mobility - that is, how successful a school is in placing students in different countries from where they're from post-MBA. HEC is ranked highly by the FT in this regard, and Cranfield isn't shabby here either.
If you are seriously considering RGU as an alternative to these ranked programs, you should be critical: ask the school for placement statistics, especially for grads who were in similar situations as you are now. Connect with alum in the energy industry and ask them questions about their experience.