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Universities Australia University of Melbourne Courses Master of Construction Management

Master of Construction Management

University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 38,560
Country Rank#2
Duration36 Months
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Program Overview

The 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:

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.

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.

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.

Course Content
Our construction management students study several core and elective subjects, which enables them to focus on their chosen area of specialisation. Regardless of whether you are starting your career in construction or coming from industry to further develop your expertise, you will find a specialisation that suits your career aspirations.

3-year stream
Students from non-construction backgrounds will enter the three-year program and complete a series of foundation construction subjects before undertaking a specialisation in order to meet accreditation requirements.

If your previous study is in a related background, such as architecture or civil engineering, you may have completed some subjects which are equivalent to the first-year core subjects and eligible for Advanced Standing (credit).

Students in the 300-point stream will complete:
- 100 points of first-year core subjects
- 125 points of core specialisation subjects
- 25 points of specialisation electives
- 50 points of multidisciplinary electives
2-year stream
If you have completed a construction major in your bachelor’s degree or subjects which are equivalent to all the first-year core subjects, then you may be eligible for credit for these subjects and start in the second year.

Students in the 200-point stream will complete:
- 125 points of core specialisation subjects
- 25 points of specialisation electives
- 50 points of multidisciplinary electives
Entry Requirement
The Master of Construction Management is offered as a 2–3 year degree depending on your prior qualifications.

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;
- Satisfy the University of Melbourne's English Language Requirement
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative first year fee
AUD$38,560

Indicative total course fee
AUD$121,560
Career Prospect
The Master of Construction Management meets the requirements of the professional associations listed below and undergoes a regular formal review process to ensure the quality and relevance of the program.
- Australian Institute of Building (AIB)
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS)
- Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Completing an accredited degree means you enter the workforce with a stamp of quality on your CV. In a competitive market, an accredited degree is an assurance of quality to employers and an advantage for you. For us, it means we continually strive to improve the quality of the degree in order to retain accreditation. So, you know you are getting the most up-to-date and innovative educational experience.

Cost Of Studying At University of Melbourne

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Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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