The University of Melbourne
Master of Construction Management
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Construction Management is a professional degree that will kick start your career in the construction industry or enhance your existing expertise to advance your career.
You will gain the theoretical knowledge, as well as the practical skills, to manage the social, technological, financial and environmental challenges facing the construction industry today.
The Master of Construction Management provides students with the possibility to organise their studies in three different areas of specialisation:
1. Building
The major in building is conceived for those students who aspire to become construction/project managers and work within medium-large general construction contracting companies. It has a strong technical and management component concerned with construction planning, contract administration, and all aspects of site operations.
2. Cost management
The specialisation in cost management prepares students for a professional career in quantity surveying, cost engineering and cost estimating in the Australian and the International market. Its main technical component is concerned with all aspects of contractual and financial management in construction projects.
3. Project management
The specialisation in project management is conceived for students who have an interest in coordinating all aspects of the building procurement process on behalf of clients – either within a private project management company or within a client organisation. This specialisation is well suited to students with previous work experience in a built environment discipline. The educational focus is placed on the integration of technical dimensions and the ability to understand, foresee, evaluate and control industry contributions to a project.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
In order to be considered for entry, all applicants must meet the following criteria:
- An undergraduate degree with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65% (University of Melbourne equivalent);
- A Personal Statement of up to 500 words outlining relevant prior study and work experience, and motivation to undertake the program;
Course fees
$127,714
$154,749
$127,714
$154,749
Career opportunities
The Master of Construction Management will prepare you for the following roles.
Construction Engineer
A Construction Engineer oversees the planning, design, and execution of construction projects. You might work on various types of infrastructure, i...
Construction Manager
A Construction Manager is in charge of a building project and ensures the work is completed to a high standard. You’ll make sure the project is fin...
Construction Project Manager
A Construction Project Manager supervises all work on a building site to make sure a construction project is operating effectively. You’ll ensure t...
Site Manager
A Site Manager oversees construction sites, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. You’ll coordinat...
About The University of Melbourne
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At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.
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