Master of Science in Construction Project Management University of Bolton, UK

Construction project management requires highly skilled individuals who can lead and integrate multidisciplinary teams of professionals. That could be you.

This challenging, industry-focused master's course supports you in developing both the academic and technical knowledge you'll need to be a construction project manager and the management and interpersonal skills essential for success in this career.

Our expert team will support you in building on the knowledge and experience you gained during your undergraduate studies or work experience, helping prepare you to take on the strategic responsibilities of managing construction projects. The course is based on the Chartered Institute of Building's definition of construction project management, which encompasses the whole project lifecycle, from inception to recycling. As such, sustainability is a key element of this course.

Our teaching staff bring vast industry experience to the course, and many are involved in leading research as part of their own professional development – which means they're currently involved directly in today's construction industry, here and all over the world.

Highlights

• You can examine and investigate real practical issues from industry in an academic context.
• The course aims to develop your skills through the extensive use of case studies, seminars and discussion groups.
• You'll benefit from regular small-group tutorials with professional staff and have the opportunity to ask for one-to-one advice from subject experts.
• Guest speakers from across the construction industry support your learning.
• We pledge to mentor you beyond successful postgraduate qualification into a professional role that befits your knowledge, skills and management abilities.

Key Features

• We encourage your commitment to lifelong learning through continuing professional development and professional body membership.
• We'll support you in developing systematic and innovative thinking in your approach to problem-solving and decision-making in construction project management.
• You'll also have numerous opportunities to develop your understanding of the sustainability agenda, linking lower carbon to lower cost.
• You'll have the chance to learn how to evaluate the effects of global changes on the construction industry.
• You can find out how to support theoretical knowledge with analytical thinking and information gathering as you resolve complex operational problems.