Postgraduate study in Construction Management

You can complete a Master of Engineering Studies in Construction Management. Radical changes in the building industry have led to a demand for professionals with a new set of knowledge, skills and capabilities. This programme aims to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the construction management discipline so you are able to meet current industry demands.

The subjects that will impart this understanding include Construction Supply Chain Management, Infrastructure Asset Management and Engineering Contracts for Projects. The aim is to build your confidence for working in an industry known for its dynamic, complex and unpredictable nature.

Before applying for this programme, please ensure that you meet the entry requirements for the Master of Engineering Studies.

You must have completed a suitable undergraduate degree in Engineering, Construction, Architecture or another similar discipline.

Important requirements for international students

• All international applicants should ensure that they meet all the programme’s entry requirements. You should only proceed with your application if your GPA matches or exceeds the requirements for your country listed in the engineering programme of your choice. Please do not apply if your GPA is below the minimum entry requirements, but consider the alternative study options that may be offered as a pathway into your preferred programme.
• You are strongly advised to consider visa application times. Please be aware of the student visa processing times in your home country and submit the necessary documentation well ahead of the application deadlines. For processing times, contact the New Zealand High Commission/Embassy or your education agent.
• Applicants for their second masters degree need to be aware that additional assessment requirements will take extra time. The Faculty of Engineering and Design needs to assess your previous masters degree courses to ensure that they do not overlap with your selected courses in the University of Auckland programme. You must therefore allow more time for your application to be processed, and be aware that further documentation may be required. Submit your application well in advance of the deadline if this is your situation, as you may also need to take visa application times into account.

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For detailed course information and advice please refer to your programme regulations in the University of Auckland Calendar or visit one of our Student Hubs.

Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering

This is a flexible programme that can be structured around your engineering interests. Find out more

Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering

This is a 120-point taught programme. You will need to complete a minimum of 90-points of courses in Construction Management from the list provided under the Master of Engineering Studies (excludes research projects). The remaining 30-points can also be selected from this list, or you may choose up to 30-points of other appropriate courses, as approved by the Programme Director. Find out more

Master of Engineering Studies

The Master of Engineering Studies in Construction Management is available in 120-points and 180-points taught options. You also have the option of undertaking a 30-point Research Project and will be eligible for the award of Honours and may be able to progress to the PhD. 

Note: ENVENG 702 is a core course for 180-point degree option.

Semester 1:
CIVIL 707 Construction Supply Chain Management (15 points)
CIVIL 781 Construction Planning and Execution (15 points)
ENVENG 702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa Online (15 points)

Semester 2:
ENGGEN 739 Cost Engineering (15 points)
ENVENG 702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa (15 points)

Electives:
You will use the course schedules below to select your remaining courses. For the 120-point option you will require a further 75 points of electives and for the 180-point option you will require a further 120-points of electives. Please note the minimum and maximum requirements in each schedule.

120-point option must select a minimum of one 15-point course from Schedule 1; followed by a further 60 points from Schedule 1, 2 or 3.

180-point option must select 90-points from Schedule 1 and 2 and a further 30 points from Schedule 3.

Schedule 1

Semester 1:
CIVIL 765 Infrastructure Asset Management (15 points)
ENVENG 702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa Online (15 points)

Semester 2:
CIVIL 704 Advanced Topics in Project Management (15 points)
CIVIL 738 Construction Technology and Innovation (15 points)
ENGGEN 737 Engineering Risk Management Online (15 points)
ENVENG 702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa (15 points)
URBPLAN 707 Urban Economic Development (15 points)

Available for Semester 1 & 2:
CIVIL 788 A/B Research Project (30 points)

Schedule 2

Semester 1:
ARCHTECH 706 Building Materials and Technologies (15 points)
ENGGEN 734 Engineering Contracts for Project Managers Online (15 points)
ENGGEN 740 Project Management Bodies of Knowledge Online (30 points)
ENGGEN 741 Project Programme and Portfolio Management Online (30 points)
ENGGEN 742 Project Management (15 points)
ENGGEN 769 Research Methods for Engineers Online (15 points)

Semester 2:
CIVIL 743 Building Information Modelling (15 points)
ENGGEN 734 Engineering Contracts for Project Managers (15 points)
ENGGEN 740 Project Management Bodies of Knowledge Online (30 points)
ENGGEN 741 Project Programme and Portfolio Management Online (30 points)
ENGGEN 742 Project Management Online (15 points)
ENGGEN 769 Research Methods for Engineers (15 points)
ENGSCI 755 Decision Making in Engineering (15 points)

Quarter 2:
PROPPRAC 702 Planning and Development (15 points)
PROPPRAC 705 Investment and Finance (15 points)

Schedule 3

 The following courses are scheduled by year Quarter, not by Semester. Candidates in a 120-point taught option may choose a maximum of 15 points from schedule 3; while candidates in the 180-point taught option may select a maximum of 30 points from schedule 3.

Quarter 1:
BUSMAN 702 Contemporary Marketing Online (15 points)
BUSMAN 704 Supply Chain Management (15 points)
BUSMAN 705 Strategic Human Resource Management (15 points)

Quarter 2:
BUSMAN 702 Contemporary Marketing (15 points)
BUSMAN 704 Supply Chain Management Online (15 points)

Quarter 3:
BUSMAN 701 Managing People and Organisations Online (15 points)
BUSMAN 703 Financial Decision-making (15 points)
BUSMAN 708 Innovation in Practice (15 points)

Quarter 4:
BUSMAN 701 Managing People and Organisations (15 points)
BUSMAN 705 Strategic Human Resource Management (15 points)

Not offered in 2025:
ARCHTECH 708 Advanced Building Technologies (15 points)
CIVIL 766 Transportation Asset Management (15 points)
CIVIL 792 Discrete-event Simulation in Construction (15 points)
URBPLAN 705 Sustainable Infrastructure Planning (15 points)

Choosing postgraduate study in Construction Management prepares you for a range of roles throughout the construction industry both in New Zealand and overseas. There is a key focus on managing varied stakeholder requirements such as economic and environmental variables. Our graduates have ended up in roles such as:

• Construction Manager
• Construction Contracts Manager
• Cost Engineer
• Construction Project Manager

Graduates from this programme typically include those who:

• Have well-developed critical thinking skills
• Hold in-depth knowledge of new concepts from leading research
• Can apply a range of management skills, approaches and techniques
• Are attractive to employers looking for professionals who are passionate about their discipline

For general student enquiries, please contact the Student Hubs. If you would like further academic information, you can contact a postgraduate adviser.