M.SC. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT(CM)
Construction is an essential activity for the continued development of a nation. Rapid growth in construction, engagement of specialized human resources and rapid changes in the physical infrastructure development and technology have all transformed this sector into an industry that demand highly specialized manpower to organize and manage the construction works. In addition to this, construction activities, both in public and private sectors, are not only increasing but also becoming complex. Because of this, there is a great demand for qualified and competent Construction Managers in the country and abroad. Beginning 1999, M.Sc. Construction Management program has been underway at nec.
M.Sc. program in Construction Management intends to produce managers capable of using state of art, knowledge and skills in organizing and managing the construction works.
M.Sc. program in Construction Management aims to enhance professional and technical skills by focusing on the managerial, economic, legal and business skills needed in the changing construction sectors in Nepal and overseas.
Of the total academic credit, the course work involves 45 credits and 15 credit hours are dedicated for an independent research on real field based problem.
Bachelor Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Geo-technical/Hydropower Engineering and Architecture, securing a minimum of second division (or equivalent) from a recognized university/institution.
Course Structure
| Semester | Course code | Couse Title | Credit Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| First | MGT 511 | Project Planning and Control or Management | 3 |
| MNG 512 | Human Resource Management | 3 | |
| STT 505 | Statistical Analysis | 3 | |
| ECM 521 | Professional Ethics and Liability in Construction | 3 | |
| ECO 501 | Economics for Construction Managers | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
| Second | ECM 522 | Construction Policies, Environment and Law | 3 |
| FIN 521 | Financial Management | 3 | |
| ECM 523 | Construction Project Management | 3 | |
| ECM 524 | Management of Construction Plant and Equipment | 3 | |
| Elective-I | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
| Third | ECM 621 | Construction Project Engineering and Administration | 3 |
| ECM 622 | Construction Safety Engineering | 3 | |
| RCH 601 | Research Methodology | 3 | |
| ECM 623 | Construction Management Developing Countries | 3 | |
| Elective-II | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
| Fourth | ECM 625 | Thesis | 15 |
| Total | 15 | ||
| Total Credit Hour | 60 | ||