MSc Advanced Engineering Management: Construction Management

The Advanced Engineering Management - Construction MSc at the University of Birmingham is a postgraduate program designed to provide students with the necessary expertise and professional skills for a successful career in construction and civil engineering management. This course combines a robust understanding of technical principles with an innovative approach to enterprise, business, and management, offering a holistic view of construction project management.Course Content: The curriculum encompasses topics such as Business Strategy and Innovation, Principles of Design and Construction, and Construction Project Management, among others. There is also an emphasis on business and management principles, with course modules focused on business development and management techniques. The dissertation project provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a practical context. Key Modules: The program comprises a number of key modules. These include Design and Construction Project, Management of Construction Project, Legal Obligations and Conditions of Contract, Business Development and Planning, and Business Strategy and Enterprise.Accreditations: The course is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), which can enhance employability and provide the route to full professional status.Future Careers: Graduates from this course have gone on to hold managerial positions within major international organizations in roles such as Project Coordination, Property Development, Civil Engineering, and Site Engineering. There are also further opportunities to undertake research towards a PhD.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.