Are you ready to advance your career in construction management? Dive deeper into the world of construction with Deakin’s Master of Construction Management (Professional). If you hold a degree in a civil engineering or built environment discipline, this course will help you further your interests and take the next step in your career. In a supportive environment, get ready to challenge your thinking and nurture your drive to be a lifelong learner in a dynamic industry.
This course is also for those with undergraduate qualifications in non-related disciplines who have proven professional experience in construction, whether through public or private enterprises. It is your chance to formalise your entry into the construction management industry and take your career to the next level. Elevate your understanding of construction management through developing specialised skills in the theoretical, evaluative, and research frameworks that underpin the profession.
Ready to take your career in construction to new heights?
Immerse yourself in a multi-disciplinary context exploring the latest topics shaping the built environment industry. From procurement through to project economics, cost management, quantity surveying, business and construction management, professional practice, Building Information Modelling (BIM), and sustainability, you will explore it all. Benefit from industry-connected academics who will equip you with the skills needed to tackle real-world challenges in the construction sector with confidence.
Develop your leadership and teamwork abilities through collaboration, helping you improve project outcomes in the workplace. Enhance your communication skills to effectively inform, negotiate, and motivate a team. You will also learn to mediate and resolve issues in construction projects by understanding legal, economic, and environmental impacts.
In today’s job market, employers are not just looking for proficiency – they want graduates who are ready to hit the ground running. As a graduate of the Master of Construction Management (Professional), you will be well prepared for a variety of roles in research or industry, from quantity surveying to project management and construction management, and beyond. Explore exciting opportunities with leading construction companies, business organisations with property portfolios, and consulting agencies.
This course gives you the technical skills to secure roles as a:
construction manager
contract administrator
estimator
project manager
quantity surveyor.
As a graduate of this course, you will find career opportunities with a wide range of employers. From construction companies to consultancies and client organisations, you will find yourself at home in a variety of settings. Beyond that, you will be equipped for roles in the property development arms of government departments, and in commercial entities like banks, retailers, and manufacturers.
Construction management professionals are generally highly mobile, and The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accreditation offers you an immediate passport to global recognition. Whether your ambitions lie in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, or North America, your qualification will open doors to exciting possibilities across the globe.
If you are an experienced mid-career construction professional in search of your next challenge, this course is your gateway to future leadership roles within the industry.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place
$45,200 for 1 yr full-time AUD
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