Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Project Management for the Built Environment at the University of Newcastle provides you with specialised project management skills that will be highly valued by the property development, construction, mining, utilities and industrial sectors.
Project managers can have diverse career backgrounds and their prior experience and knowledge often help shape the future direction of their careers. You may have a bachelor's degree in architecture, construction, engineering or industrial design and now want to expand your skills and move into project management. Or you may want to take your project management career to the next level.
Learning from current industry practitioners as well as University academics you will gain a well-rounded theoretical and practical understanding and application of project management.
Using a case study approach, you'll examine the core concepts, principles and techniques underlying project scoping and integration. You'll learn how to plan, schedule and manage project time frames; develop and lead cohesive and effective project teams; manage stakeholders and risks; and evaluate outcomes.
You will complete core courses in:
You will choose additional courses in areas such as property management, business, disaster management, community development and environmental studies.