MSC Construction Project Management at Sheffield Hallam University

• Learn key managerial skills and knowledge required for a range of construction project management roles.
• Develop insights and knowledge to plan, programme, procure, develop, and manage, both logistically and contractually a wide range of construction projects.
• Understand industry dynamics and fundamental economic principles, critical thinking and analysis, in order to mange the context in which projects exist.

This is a fast-track conversion course for first degree holders from an unrelated disciplines and existing practitioners who want to become a Chartered Surveyors through the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

Work placements

The international project provides you with an opportunity to gain experience of the project management of a real site and reflects the challenges associated with working on a real live project for a client. You work with local practitioners and other experts benefiting from insights from professionals working in that location.

Field trips

You benefit from a range of 'experiential' teaching, learning and reflective assessment techniques. Intensive study weeks allow you to work on complex, professional briefs with other students. One of the modules is an international project which last year took place in Canada with assistance from international firms.

Networking opportunities

Our course content conforms to Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) requirements and also reflects our long-standing relationships with placement and graduate employers in the sector.

Future careers

There are many employment opportunities for construction project managers with regional, national and international construction and civil engineering contractors. This course prepares you for a career in

• construction project management

After completing the course, you will be able to proceed to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Assessment of Professional Competence or the Chartered Institute of Building's professional development programme.