Master of Science in Construction Management
The Master of Science in Construction Management (MSCM) is designed for professionals interested in advancing their knowledge and careers, prepared to face contemporary challenges in the construction industry.
Graduates of the MSCM program will be prepared to:
- be successful professionals in a specialized area of construction management
- maintain a desire for research, innovation and lifelong learning
- uphold the responsibilities of the construction profession
Upon graduation, an AUS MSCM graduate should demonstrate the ability to:
- perform research emphasizing creativity, independent learning and scientific methods in a chosen area of construction management
- apply knowledge in solving problems, making decisions and managing risks
- select and use the techniques, skills and modern tools necessary for research or professional practice
- communicate effectively
- recognize the need for, and engage in, lifelong learning
- attend to professional and ethical responsibilities
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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the MSCM degree program at AUS is to prepare professionals for advanced careers and/or doctoral studies related to construction management. The program strives to create a stimulating and supportive academic environment that promotes excellence in teaching and research to assist the students in becoming competent, innovative and responsible professionals with effective communication skills.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Graduates of the MSCM degree program will be prepared to:
- be successfuI professionaIs in a specialized area of construction management
- maintain a desire for research, innovation and lifelong learning
- uphold the responsibilities of the construction profession
STUDENT OUTCOMES
Upon graduation, an AUS MSCM graduate should demonstrate the ability to:
- perform research emphasizing creativity, independent learning and scientific methods in a chosen area of construction management
- apply knowledge in solving problems, making decisions and managing risks
- select and use techniques, skills and modern tools necessary for research or professional practice
- communicate effectively
- recognize the need for, and engage in, lifelong learning
- attend to professional and ethical responsibilities
If our Master of Science in Construction Management is your choice, you can apply here now.
What are our admission and program requirements? What courses are taught in our program? Do students need to complete a master's thesis? The links and information below provide answers to these and other questions that you may have.
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the university’s general graduate admission requirements, applicants must meet specific requirements of the MSCM program. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or construction from an independently accredited university recognized by UAE Ministry of Education, Higher Education Affairs Division and by AUS. Degreed individuals in other fields that are closely related to the sought program field may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students from disciplines other than civil engineering, or construction may be required to take bridging course(s) at the discretion of the program committee and the program coordinator.
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Requirements and course descriptions
Students in the MSCM degree program must choose from three options: the thesis option, the project option and the course option. For more information on program requirements and course descriptions, please check our online catalogs.
A complete guide for forming the thesis/professional project committee and for preparing the thesis/professional project is given in the Office of Graduate Studies Policies and Procedures document available on iLearn and accessible using the following path: iLearn-Community-Office of Graduate Studies (OGS)-Office of Graduate Studies Policies & Procedures.
