Construction Management (Professional)

Overview

Why study at Construction Management (Professional) program from University of Newcastle ?

• Shape the future - Become a skilled Construction Management professional and make a meaningful impact on the future of the industry.
• Flexible online study options – choose to study full-time or part-time, online or on campus to suit your professional and personal needs.
• Enhance your career opportunities: Gain sought-after skills in materials innovation, project planning, costing, and sustainable construction. Propel your career as a Construction Manager, Estimator, or Project Manager in the dynamic and environmentally conscious construction industry.
• Immerse yourself in real-world challenges: Tackle industry-led construction problems, gaining practical insights and confidence for your future career in the industry.
• Learn leading edge concepts driving the rapidly growing construction industry.

This Masters program will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful professional career. You will study the theory and fundamentals of construction management, along with leading-edge concepts driving the construction industry. These concepts include:

• Building Design Management
• Volumetric and Modular Construction
• Advanced Construction Management

Throughout the program you will be guided by University academics in both broadening and deepening your critical analysis skills, through problem-based learning with an industry focus. The problem-solving process in the program will develop your independent problem-solving ability, leadership and participation.

Career Opportunities

Demand in Australia for skilled professionals in the construction industry remains strong. Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) projects strong growth in Construction Management employment in the next few years (10.5% growth from 2021-26).

The Master of Construction Management (Professional) will prepare you for positions as a construction professional. You will possess skills in project management, cost estimation, scheduling, and construction. Additionally, you'll have a strong foundation in legal and regulatory issues that are specific to the construction industry, which will help you to navigate these complexities and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Career examples include:

• Construction Managers
• Estimators
• Project Managers