The outcomes of the program is focused on 3 main project management talents which include (i) technical project management; (ii) leadership and (iii) strategic and business management.
Upon successful completion, graduates of this program would be able to: -

1. Be extensively proficient in the aspects of construction project management knowledge areas and skills.
2. Collate and analyse scientific research data systematically via the application of information technology
3. Organize human resource matters as well as project and legal requirements towards successfully executing construction projects that are relevant to industry needs.
4. Manage built environment entities based on entrepreneurial and managerial know-how, tampered with a keen sense of accountability and ethics.
5. Master the ability to communicate in analysing, displaying and undertaking the roles as well as responsibilities of a project manager.
6. Resolve construction project implementation issues in a concise and precise manner towards achieving the most suitable and cost-effective solutions.
7. Demonstrate capabilities in sourcing for and managing information, adapting to change, and actualizing a lifelong learning aptitude instilled with the potential to further pursue higher levels of education and qualification.
8. Portray themselves as intellectual, committed, and competent post-graduates with the intrinsic desire to be ethical, capable, analytical, and holistic individuals.
9. Exhibit leadership characteristics and teamwork skills garnered through active participation in construction management practices.

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or
2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or
   a) Research experience for at least one year; or
   b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
   c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
   d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
   e) Grade B+ for final year project
3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or
   a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
   b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
   c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
   d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
   e) Grade B+ for final year project

Each course in the program is offered once a year as follows 

A. Compulsory Courses (30 units)     

RMT 531 - Project Management Essentials
This course discusses the aspects of project management evolution as well as the essential knowledge and techniques. This course also discusses the need to understand project scope, quality, organization and characteristics with the aim of enabling project management techniques to be synthesized and applied.

RMT 550 - Stakeholder Engagement and Project Cost Management
This course discusses stakeholder engagement and project cost management. This includes identifying stakeholders, plan-manage-monitor stakeholders’ engagement, natural disaster and stakeholder’s engagement. This course also covers project financing, design economics - client’s requirement and impact of sustainability, value management, whole life costing (WLC) and life-cycle costing (LCC).

RMT 551 - Law in Project Management
This course discusses the Malaysian Legal System that is related to Project Management. This includes the law of contract with special emphasis on standard forms of contract, types and use. This course also explains the law provisions which are related to health and safety in the construction industry, collateral warranties, claims, delays, the law of Torts and alternative dispute resolutions.

RMT 553 - Organisation and Management
This course discusses organizational and management theory and its evolution. The course also discusses organizational structure, motivational systems, leadership, corporate strategy, communication, ethics and corporate social responsibilities and effective organization.

RMT 561 - Information and Communication Technology in Project Management
This course explains the significance of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in communication management. The course introduces advanced digital technology concepts and software applications such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), collaborative working environment, online project information management system, as well as computer simulation models for building performance and sustainability.

RMT 558 - Construction and Facilities Management
This course will discuss and examine the management techniques and approaches in planning, scheduling, monitoring and controlling construction projects. On-site management and project team organizational aspects will also be focused on with a particular emphasis on construction-based activities. The Facilities Management segment gives an overview of management decisions during the occupancy stage through the organisational and facilities’ change cycles.

RMT 559 - Advanced Project Management
This course discusses the advanced tools, techniques, and approaches in project management. It includes different techniques and methods in decision-making, risk assessment, project scheduling, and project integration management. Moreover, green, lean, and agile project management, as well as adopting artificial intelligence in project management are covered.

B. Project Case Studies (6 units)

RMB 513 - Integrated Project Case Study
This course exposes students to the contemporary practice of project management in construction and non-construction sectors. Through this course, students will examine the management of real-life projects, identify critical issues and formulate alternative management approaches in addressing the issues.

C. Research Project (8 units)

RML 571: Research Methodology in Project Management
This course explains the process and method of conducting research systematically from identifying research problem to literature search, techniques in data collection and data analysis. This course also emphasizes on the development of research proposal and the importance of good management of research data and information.

RMT 573: Research in Project Management
This course provides students with an experience in planning and conducting an independent research in topics related to project management with supervision from lecturers. The objective of this course is to expose students to the process of doing research—the students acquire research skills and contribute to the body of knowledge in the related field.

The full-time program covers a minimum of one academic year (or equivalent to two semesters) during which time the students are also expected to submit their research project reports. The part-time program covers a minimum of two academic years. International students are only eligible to follow the MSc program on a full-time basis.

Master of Science (Project Management) is conferred to candidates who have accumulated not less than 44 credit units. Students are required to complete all courses listed as compulsory, project case studies and the research project.

Courses are conducted through lectures, tutorials, discussions, seminars, case studies and assignments. The language of instruction is English for intake with International students, replacing Bahasa Malaysia.

All courses are assessed by assignments and examinations at the end of every semester. For research projects, students are expected to submit a dissertation and attend a viva session.

Course Summary for Full-Time Studies

Course Summary for Part-Time Studies

1. Project Manager
2. Construction Manager 
3. Facility Manager
4. Other project management related jobs such as risk manager and contract administrator

Full time : 1-2 years
Part-time: 2-4 years

Semester 1 and 2

** Fees are subject to change

To apply for this program, please visit our official admissions portal at https://admission.usm.my/postgraduate. Follow the straightforward application process to submit your application and explore the possibilities of joining our vibrant academic community. We look forward to welcoming you to School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia and helping you embark on a transformative educational journey.