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| Application Deadline: | Applications can be made at any time | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,215 - ≈ € 15,033 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Loughborough / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Loughborough University
This programme aims to
* broaden the skills of construction professionals to include more business management skills;
* introduce students to a range of techniques and strategies to manage successful construction businesses.
The programme is ideally suited for those with previous work experience in the construction sector who would like to target more senior managerial positions.
Contents
Semester 1 (All Compulsory Modules)
* IT for Construction Projects
* Research and Communication
* Principles of Design and Construction
* Principles of Project Management
Semester 2 (choose 3 or 4)
* Strategic Management in Construction
* People and Teams
* Procurement and Contract Procedures
* Business Economics and Finance
Optional Modules (choose 1)
* Design Management
* Sustainability in the Built Environment
* Management of Construction Process
* Lean Construction
Assessment
Taught modules are approximately 50% examination and 50% coursework. A research project comprises one third of the programme and is 100% coursework.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Construction-related degree or equivalent (corporate membership of an appropriate professional institution such as ICE, CIOB, RICS, RIBA).
English language
All applicants must have an acceptable qualification in English language before they can be admitted to any postgraduate programme. Below are the main English language qualifications acceptable for entry to the University (these are the minimum and some departments may require higher levels):
* GCSE English Language – Grade C or above
* IELTS band 6.5 or above with not less than 6.0 in each sub test
* TOEFL (including the Tests in Written and Spoken Practice) minimum score of 600 (paper-based test) or 100 (Internet-based test) with specific requirements for sub tests
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 600 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
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You can contact Professor Patricia Carrillo to ask a question about Construction Business Management at Loughborough University.
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