Master of Engineering [ M. Eng] [Construction Management] From University of Canterbury

• The programme is designed to cater for a wide variety of students, including practising construction management professionals and recent graduates wishing to acquire or upgrade their knowledge and skills.
• The Construction Management programme provides students with extensive knowledge through courses such as project management, cost engineering, and contract administration and procurement.
• The focus is on professional programmes that successfully combine theory and application with a strong emphasis in applied management.
• Students will not only develop their engineering, problem-solving and communication skills but also learn how to achieve desired changes in the building industry and assess the consequences for the construction process and its organisation.

Construction Management professionals undertake a wide range of tasks, including:

• specifying project objectives and plans. Defining the scope, budget and schedule for a project
• setting performance requirements and selecting project participants
• employing procurement methods to maximise the efficient use of resources (labour, materials, and equipment)
• coordinating and controlling the planning, design, estimating, contracting, and construction
• developing and implementing effective communications and mechanisms for avoiding and resolving conflicts among those participating in the project.