MSc Project Management for Construction
University of Portsmouth Online
Key Information
Campus location
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
2 years
Pace
Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 10,500
Application deadline
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Introduction
A level of management expertise is crucial to landing a leading role in construction. The University of Portsmouth's online MSc in Project Management for Construction will help you confidently tackle the technical, commercial, organisational, financial and legal issues that can appear in a project’s lifecycle.
Why UoP's MSc Project Management for Construction?
If you want to lead multi-organisational teams on a construction project, but need to hone your management skills first, the University of Portsmouth is the place for you.
Here, you will examine construction project management from all angles. You will consider the economic, social and environmental issues that can affect various ventures.
You will also get acquainted with the main tools and techniques available for project management, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes and other essential software.
Whether you’re looking to improve your leadership abilities within your current role or move into a more senior position, you will graduate with the skills and confidence to manage complex construction projects.
The University of Portsmouth holds CIOB Accredited Centre Status during the period 2022-2027 and MSc Project Management for Construction is a CIOB Accredited programme (subject to conditions) during the period 2022-2027, having been judged to meet the CIOB Education Framework. Prospective members holding these qualifications have full academic exemption and once they have gained three to five years’ relevant work experience may enter CIOB membership as an applicant to progress towards Chartered Membership without the requirement for an Individual Assessment.
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Career Opportunities
Your ability to navigate BIM processes and assess projects from a holistic standpoint are skills that are increasingly valued by employers in the construction business.
Upon graduation, you can expect to manage projects for independent clients, as well as construction and consulting organisations.
With the skills and expertise you will obtain on this course, you can go on to a career as a:
- Project manager
- Design manager
- Construction manager
Admissions
Curriculum
What you’ll study
The MSc in Project Management for Construction course examines whole projects from initiation through to delivery. You will be challenged to examine real case studies so you’re ready to face any obstacles construction projects can encounter.
Here you will:
- Learn to consider construction project management as an integrated process, starting when clients make the initial decision to begin a construction project
- Develop a critical understanding of the economic, social and environmental issues that affect large construction projects, as well as the expertise to address them
- Gain experience with BIM processes and Revit software, and understand the information management behind it
- Examine the range of tools and techniques available for project management, including how to apply them and justify their use
- Become familiar with the laws surrounding construction, including construction contract law and other forms of liability
Modules
- BIM Theory and Practice
- Construction Law, Contracts & Dispute Resolution
- Project Management Processes
- Project Management Tools and Techniques
- Strategic & General Management
- Dissertation
Assessment
Assessments for the MSc in Project Management for Construction are based on coursework submitted online. Your performance is assessed through coursework such as:
- Written assessments
- A dissertation
You’ll also receive feedback on formal and informal assessments to help you improve your work.
English Language Requirements
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