Master of Science in Construction Project Management

Faculty of Engineering & Science
Award Class
Awards
MSc
Programme Code CR_CCOPM_9 Mode of Delivery Full Time, Part Time, ACCS, Open No. of Semesters 4
NFQ Level 9 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 90
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/05/2024
Department CONSTRUCTION
Field of Study 5821 - Building Science
 

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :

# PO Domains Programme Learning Outcome
PO1 Knowledge - Breadth Demonstrate a wide and systematic knowledge of project management principles and their practical application in the management of overall design and construction of complex development projects; an understanding of the key parameters and the business, technical, economic, environmental and social issues relating to Construction Project Management.
PO2 Knowledge - Kind Communicate practical solutions to problems; Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability; Demonstrate the capacity to handle uncertainty and unforeseen events; Be critically aware of the business and project environment; Possess a broad perspective of project goals; Assume greater responsibility and to contribute to groups and teams; and demonstrate specialist skills and expertise while possessing a balanced, objective and well focused perspective.
PO3 Skill - Range Possess a broad range of personal and organisational skills such as conceptual, diagnostic, technical, interpersonal, informational, communication, risk taking, analytical, problem solving; Demonstrate rational decision making, an ability to build trust and communicate effectively; Gain and use power appropriately, manage relationships, cultural differences and workforce diversity and create high performance teams.
PO4 Skill - Selectivity Define and resolve structured & un-structured problems; Analyse soft or hard issue problems; Interpret clear/un-clear problems; Demonstrate qualitative and quantitative judgement based on experience and intuition, Demonstrate objectivity when dealing with complex issues.
PO5 Competence - Context Apply the knowledge learned in different environments in their own organizations and projects; Apply knowledge in contexts which are unpredictable/predictable, which are contingent on the organisation, the project and the business environment; Demonstrate awareness, flexibility and anticipation of these contexts and adapt accordingly.
PO6 Competence - Role Assume responsibility within their organisation; Lead, create, initiate and stimulate thoughtful responses to project requirements and problems, etc; Demonstrate an ability to implement communication structures within a project organisation.
PO7 Competence - Learning to Learn Evaluate their own learning, identify knowledge gaps, and take responsibility for the pursuit of academic professional development pathways; Identify a shared concern to actually learn and create a supportive learning culture in their organization; Be aware that learning leads to a better future for employees, affording them psychological safety and promotional prospects; Recognise there is an opportunity for shared learning and information in the management of knowledge in project environments.
PO8 Competence - Insight Critically evaluate the technical, economic, environmental, ethical and social implications of Construction Project Management solutions; Demonstrate confidence which reflects their academic achievements and practical experience and be respected in the workplace; Demonstrate an ability to act as a role model; Act as a facilitator within their organisation and encourage other employees to offer new ideas thus ensuring the spread of new innovative knowledge.
 

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Year 1 Semester 1 Elective Regulation
Students must select one elective. Electives that have already been completed may not be chosen.
Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
INTR9013 Constr. Project Management DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
BULD9002 Contract Admin/Dispute Resol'n DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
INTR9015 Org Mgt & Knowledge Mgt DANIEL CAHILL 2 5
INTR9010 Research Skills and Practice DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
INTR9005 Sustainability in Engineering DES WALSH 4 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
BULD8027 Advanced Measurement DANIEL CAHILL 2 5
BULD8005 Corporate Constr. Finance DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
BULD8025 Development Appraisal DANIEL CAHILL 4 5
MGMT8005 Entrepreneurship CAROLINE O REILLY 4 5
BULD8024 Mech & Elect Cost Planning DANIEL CAHILL 2 5
MGMT8017 Strategic Business Management CAROLINE O REILLY 7 5
BULD8006 Strategic Constr. Management DANIEL CAHILL 3 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Year 1 Semester 2 Elective Regulation
Students must select two electives. Electives that have already been completed may not be chosen.
Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
INTR9014 Construction Value & Risk Mgt DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
INTR9007 Eng. Project Management DES WALSH 3 5
INTR9009 Global Project Management DANIEL CAHILL 2 5
INTR9011 Research Project Development DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
BULD8030 Commercial Management DANIEL CAHILL 4 5
BULD8004 Construction Project Controls DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
BULD8007 Construction Psychology DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
INTR9017 Infrastructure Asset Mgmt DES WALSH 2 5
MGMT8009 Intl Strategies & Org Claire OSullivan Rochford 3 5
MGMT9024 Leadership & Change Management Breda O Dwyer 1 5
MGMT9003 Managing Innovation CAROLINE O REILLY 2 5
BULD8023 Mech & Elect Services Measur. DANIEL CAHILL 2 5
BULD8010 Site Management and Technology DANIEL CAHILL 3 5
 

Year 2 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
INTR9012 Research Project Realisation DANIEL CAHILL 3 30