MSc Construction Project Management

Liverpool John Moores University

About this course

Learn how to lead and integrate a team of multi-disciplinary professionals on LJMU's Construction Project Management Masters.

• Study on this programme accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
• Benefit from the development of professional and transferable skills required in industry
• Choose the part-time, day release study option if you are already in employment
• Look forward to direct entrance onto the RICS APC professional training programme and CIOB PDP if you are employed

This programme aims to provide a stimulating and challenging curriculum which produces self-reliant, versatile, enterprising and competent construction project managers. It will enable you to build your knowledge, skills and understanding to become an independent learner. You will even be able to tailor your programme of study to your personal background, interests and career aspirations.

The quality of this programme and the Department is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Building with Accredited Centre status, and by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors as a Partnering Establishment. The degree has a high standing both academically and professionally.

The programme will increase your exposure to the current and emerging theories and practice of project management. It will encourage a risk management approach to problem solving, provide opportunities for collaborative and student-centred study and offer clear career development opportunities.

The course is always well received by students who commend the applied use of theory through software applications in the workplace.

Career paths

Further your career prospects

LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

There are many employment options available to you after you graduate. For example you could work for a main contractor on a commercial development such as Liverpool One, or you could work for a Project Management Consultancy and represent the Client such as a NHS trust for a new hospital like the Royal Liverpool Hospital.