Construction Project Management

Sheffield Hallam University
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Architecture and planningBuilding and construction

About this course

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Course summary

  • Learn key managerial skills and knowledge required for a range of construction project management roles.

  • Develop insights and knowledge to plan, programme, procure, develop, and manage, both logistically and contractually a wide range of construction projects.

  • Understand industry dynamics and fundamental economic principles, critical thinking and analysis, in order to mange the context in which projects exist.

    This is a fast-track conversion course for first degree holders from an unrelated disciplines and existing practitioners who want to become a Chartered Surveyors through the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

    How you learn All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

    You’ll benefit from a range of 'experiential' teaching, learning and reflective assessment techniques. The course has a hands-on focus – you’ll work frequently with other students on the Construction Project Management course and in the wider built environment disciplines.

    You learn through

  • lectures and seminars

  • tutorials and dialogue

  • presentations

  • site visits

  • visiting speakers

  • projects

  • experiential learning and roleplay

    Applied learning Work placements The work experience route involves a 12 month work placement. During your placement you improve your practical management skills and employability, gaining real experience in industry.

    Live projects

    You’ll complete intensive study weeks which allow you to work on complex, professional briefs with other students – further building your professional experience.

    Field trips

    Previously the international project has taken place in Canada, with assistance from international firms. You may also have the opportunity to study and work abroad and gain hands-on experience of the education environment – with the possibility of Erasmus funding being available to support costs for overseas study.

    Networking opportunities

    Our course content meets Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) requirements and also reflects our long-standing relationships with placement and graduate employers in the sector.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 3 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Sheffield

    Full-time with year in industry

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Sheffield

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Sheffield

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1122 Production managers and directors in construction
    2121 Civil engineers
    3541 Estimators, valuers and assessors
    2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
    3114 Building and civil engineering technicians
    1251 Property, housing and estate managers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Sheffield
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Architecture and planning, Building and construction