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Master of Business Administration (Construction Management)

Elevate your career in the construction industry with our meticulously tailored Master of Business Administration in Construction Management programme. Crafted especially for construction professionals aspiring to reach senior management positions, this program is your stepping stone to success.

Why Study with Us

We arm you with a treasure trove of theoretical and technical skills, empowering you to oversee construction businesses with finesse and an unwavering commitment to safety and health. But that’s just the beginning. Our programme also delves deep into the critical realms of business management, covering finance, marketing, operations, information technologies, corporate governance, and human resources. This multidisciplinary approach equips you with the holistic knowledge needed to excel in the multifaceted world of construction management.

Join us, and you’ll be in the driver’s seat, shaping the future of the construction industry. Your journey to senior management excellence begins here. Empowering You to Build the World Around Us. Don’t just follow the path; lead the way.

Our Advantage

Embrace the Future of Construction 4.0 with MBACM

Our Construction Management programme is equivalent to the CCPM competency curriculum and marks a transformative shift in the construction industry, where new technologies and processes enhance productivity, cost efficiency, and project success. By revolutionising project planning, execution, and management through advanced technologies, collaboration, and innovation, this cutting-edge approach empowers our graduates to lead the industry’s advancements. With a focus on efficiency and quality, students gain the expertise to optimise construction processes and elevate the quality of the built environment.

Empower Change with Sustainable Management

Our programme goes beyond the traditional business education by equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex societal and environmental challenges while simultaneously creating value for organisations. With a ‘Triple Bottom Line’ focus on profit, people, and the planet, our graduates are poised to lead businesses towards responsible, ethical practices that not only ensure financial success but also contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world.

Master of Business Administration in Construction Management Course Overview

Construction Management Essentials Quick Facts

All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance

Study Model

Online ODL

1 to 2 years – Full Time
2 to 4 years – Part Time
Online ODL

Master of Business Administration in Construction Management

48 Credits

Language

English

Accreditation & Recognition

Accreditation

Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

Fees*

Tuition Fees

RM24,000
*Terms & Conditions Apply

Study Duration

Study Start

Jan, May, Sep
Intakes

Duration

1 to 2 years – ODL Full time
2 to 4 years – ODL Part time

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Top Core Courses

Get a head start on your career with our Master of Business Administration (Construction Management). Here are some core courses designed to equip you with the most relevant and up-to-date skill set:

Advanced Construction Management

Addresses the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques of project planning, resource management, activities scheduling, progress monitoring, and budget controlling to meet the project requirements (PMBOK) in ensuring the learners can manage the construction projects with a holistic approach.

Advanced Construction Project Management

Develops the learners’ knowledge on a higher-level perspective of managing the construction-engineering projects from the initiation phase, through estimating, budgeting, developing work plans, scheduling, tracking work, resource allocation, project coordination, quality management, leadership, managing teams, conflict, negotiations, ethics, professional responsibility, and close out.

Organisational Behaviour and Leadership

Exposes the learners to a micro focus, embarking from the individual level of analysis and then moving on to group behaviour in organisations besides macro issues at the organisational level of analysis, including decision making, communication, structure, leadership, technology and globalisation, politics and power, culture and organisational change, conflict, and negotiation.

Operations Management

Introduces the learners to methods and techniques applied in forecasting, independent, and dependent demand inventory systems including approaches to perform production capacity and facility planning besides the job design in a manufacturing entity, concepts of JIT and TQM in the production system design, planning and scheduling, material management as well as inventory control.

Negotiation and Dispute Resolution

Provides the opportunity to the learners to explore issues in construction business through problem solving with peer group work in diversified working culture and negotiate differences of opinion.

Your Learning Pathway: From Basics to Mastery

Online (ODL), Full Time

YEAR 1: Online (ODL), Full Time (Accelerated Mode)

Learn and Apply
Learners will learn about business administration and construction in this program especially on the skills and knowledge to lead teams, manage budgets, and make strategic decisions. They will also have the chance to apply their knowledge and work on a final-year project by delving into the specific challenges and opportunities of the construction industry.

Online (ODL), Part Time

YEAR 1: Online (ODL), Part Time

Knowledge Dissemination
Learners will start off with a precise focus on construction management, along with several business-related courses. These deliver in-depth knowledge that will be highly useful and applicable in the construction industry in Malaysia. Learners will also acquire basic new knowledge on conducting research studies through the comprehensive Quantitative and Research Methods course.

YEAR 2: Online (ODL), Part Time

Research Study
Learners will continue to broaden their knowledge of business and applying previously acquired information through carrying out a research study in the Project course.

Study Content

CORE COURSES

No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	BBM502/03	Human Capital Management (APEL.C)	3
2	BBM503/03	Strategic Marketing (APEL.C)	3
3	BBM504/03	Finance and Accounting for Managers (APEL.C)	3
4	BBM505/03	Economy and Business (APEL.C)	3
5	BBM506/03	Managerial Strategies (APEL.C)	3
6	BBM507/03	Organisational Behaviour and Leadership (APEL.C)	3
7	BBM508/03	Operations and Service Management (APEL.C)	3
8	BBM509/03	Information Technologies and Systems (APEL.C)	3
9	BBM510/03	Quantitative & Research Methods	3
10	BMG543/03	Corporate Governance and Ethics (APEL.C)	3
Subtotal Credit Hours			30

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST COURSES

No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	TCM524/03	Advanced Construction Project Management (APEL.C)	3
2	TCM526/03	Advanced Construction Management (APEL.C)	3
3	TCM527/03	Negotiation and Dispute Resolution(APEL.C)	3
4	TMM528/03	Sustainable Development, Health, and Safety Issues (APEL.C)	3
Subtotal Credit Hours			12

REQUIRED COURSES

No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	TCM602/03	Project 1^*a	3
2	TCM603/03	Project 2^*b	3
Subtotal Credit Hours			6
Total Credit Hours			48

PREREQUISITES

No.	Course Code	Prerequisite
1	TCM602/03 Project 1	Passed 7 core/specialist courses including BBM510/03 Quantitative & Research Methods.
2	TCM603/03 Project 2	TCM602/03 Project 1

Admission

Entry Requirements

(1) Regular Entry

A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; OR
A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; OR
A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses; OR
Other equivalent/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.

English Competency Requirement (International Student)

Achieve a minimum Band 4 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (Mid B2).

(2) Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) provides an opportunity for individuals with working experience but lack of formal academic qualifications to pursue their tertiary studies. APEL involves the identification, documentation and assessment of prior experiential learning to determine the extent to which an individual has achieved the desired learning outcomes, for access to a programme of study.

Applicants should comply with the following admission criteria stipulated by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA):

The candidate should be at least 30 years of age in the year of application and possess at least STPM / Diploma / equivalent (e.g. foundation) with relevant work experience

APEL Entry: Turning Experience into Credentials

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) provides an opportunity for individuals with working experience but lack of formal academic qualifications to pursue their tertiary studies. APEL involves the identification, documentation and assessment of prior experiential learning to determine the extent to which an individual has achieved the desired learning outcomes, for access to a programme of study.

Applicants should comply with the following admission criteria stipulated by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA):

The candidate should be:

The applicant shall be 30 years of age in the year of application with at least STPM/Diploma/equivalent qualifications and must possess relevant work experience.
Pass the APEL.A assessment for Master’s Degree level.

Find out how to apply: APEL

Scholarships & Financial Aid

For details and inquiries on Scholarships & Financial Aid, you can find out more here.

Future Career Paths with Construction Management Masters Degree

Graduates can advance their career to a senior management position in the construction industry and related businesses.

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Project Manager

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General Manager

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Consultants

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Site/Construction Manager

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Property/Estate Manager

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I am proud to have completed my Bachelor of Technology in Electronics at Wawasan Open University. The program was challenging but rewarding, and I feel confident that I have gained the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in my future career. The faculty was knowledgeable and supportive throughout my studies, and I appreciated the flexibility of the program which allowed me to balance my studies with other commitments.

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