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MSc in International Construction Management

國際建築管理理學碩士

University of Bath, UK
SE 35-808-00 (22)

Start Date: 01-06-2013

Course Description

The MSc programme in International Construction Management (ICM) seeks to develop creative decision-making and problem-solving skills. It has a strong emphasis on the sustainable management practices that are frequently an important component within the breadth of management issues facing today’s international construction managers.

This programme is offered by HKU SPACE in collaboration with the University of Bath, one of the premier universities in the UK.  The programme curriculum has been designed by their Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering, and is offered through a high-quality flexible distance learning experience using work files and text books complemented by web-based activities and support.

The programme structure, as outlined below, comprises six core units, 2 optional units (currently from a choice of 6), an integrative unit (Consolidating Theory and Practice) and a dissertation.  Each year, students will be required to attend two 2.5 days session of residential school (before the commencement of each semester) which will include an introductory workshop and a dissertation workshop.  The MSc has been designed to be studied over a period of 3 years but the study duration may be contracted down to a minimum period of 15 months and extended to a maximum period of five years.  

Year 1

Integrative Unit:
Consolidating Theory and Practice

Core Units:

  1. Management in Construction
  2. Economics in Construction
  3. Construction Law
  4. Managing Human Resources [CEF modules]

Year 2

Integrative Unit:
Consolidating Theory and Practice

Core Units:

  1. Procuring Management
  2. Strategy in Construction

Optional Units (select two from the list below):

  1. Construction Project Management
  2. Facility Management
  3. Environmental Sustainability and Construction  [New]
  4. Communication and Information Management
  5. Social Responsibility: Business and Society  [New]
  6. Sustainable Business Practices  [New]

Year 3

Dissertation


Non-Local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance
These are exempted courses under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which these courses may lead.

Duration

  • 1 year and 3 months to 5 years

Recognition

The ICM programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Entry Requirements

  1. Applicants should have a first degree in a related discipline from a recognised university and/or hold a professional qualification (e.g. MCIOB, MRICS, MICE, RIBA etc.); or
  2. Applicants, who have substantial and extensive professional experience in the construction industry, are also eligible to apply.

Application Deadline

02 Apr 13

Application Fee

$150, non-refundable

Course Fee

  • £2430 (Semester 1)
  • £2185 (Semester 2)
  • £2185 (Semester 3)
  • £1480 (Semester 4)
  • £1000 (Semester 5)

Enrolment Method

  • Successful applicants may commence their studies in June 2013.
  • Completed application form together with relevant documents should be submitted to: MSc in International Construction Management, HKU SPACE. Room 1008, 10/F, Fortress Tower, 250 King’s Road, North Point, Hong Kong.
  • Essential Information to be submitted by applicants:
  1. Completed application form;
  2. Copy of academic transcripts and certificates and/or evidence of professional membership;
  3. Two reference letters from academic or professional referees;
  4. Statement of intent for studying the MSc programme (approximately 300 words);
  5. A proven record of use of English (e.g. students who haveundertaken significant work experience or study where English was the main language of communication, may be accepted, upon submission of evidence of this);
  6. Two passport-sized photographs.

Payment Method

  • The tuition fee for the programme is £9,280 (pounds sterling) and is made in five installments before the commencement of each semester.
  • There is a non-refundable application fee of HK$150 due at time of application.

Application Form

The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100

CEF Sector: Business Services
CEF Course Code CEF Course Title Fees Enquiry No.
21Z03654-8 Managing Human Resources (Module from Master of Science in International Construction Management programme)
$10,000 2508-8820
CEF Modules
Continuing Education Fund reimbursable programme
(selected modules only)
Some modules of this programme have been included in the list of CEF reimbursable programmes. Application for CEF has to be made before commencement of the modules.
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