Overview
Philosophy
The Master of Arts degree programme in Construction Management is designed to prepare students to meet these challenges. Students will be equipped with skills and knowledge to enable them manage construction projects or construction processes or constructed facilities more efficiently.
Rationale
The programme is suitable for professionals such as Quantity Surveyors, Architects, Engineers, Valuers and Estate Managers, especially those who wish to advance their skills in the discipline of Construction Management . The programme encompasses both theory and practice applied to challenges and practical problems of construction projects and the construction industry in general.
Objectives
The programme’s objectives are to:-
- Expose the students to relevant advanced theories in construction project management,
- Equip the students to with enhanced skills for conceptualization and problem solving techniques that meet the challenges of construction project and industry.
Schedule of Intakes
The Department admits new students at the beginning of every academic calendar year (which is usually September)
Application Information
You will be required to enter some basic information, including your email address and to choose a password. We will then send you an email to the address you entered, so that we can validate your account. When you have clicked on the validation link (sent to you in the email), you will be able to log in to the application system using the "Login" box below
For instructions on how to apply click here
To apply online here
Mode of Delivery
- Face-to-Face Mode
This is through lectures and tutorials using notes, electronic presentations, instruction manuals, group discussions, practical laboratory demonstrations and fieldwork.
- Open, Distance Learning and e-Learning
In case of delivery through ODeL, special arrangements shall be made for the practical laboratory, field work and computing sessions. Where not feasible alternative arrangements will be made to do them on campus.
- Blended Learning
This is a hybrid of face to face with Open, Distance Learning and e-learning.
Contact of Support Persons
ADD Building, Lower State House Rd.
Mobile: +254750535572 | +254713120505
E-mail: recmqs@uonbi.ac.ke
P. O. Box 30197 NAIROBI - 00100
Notable Alumni
- Dr. Julius Malobe - Governor Kitui County
- Hon Musalia Mudavadi- Prime Cabinet Secretary GoK
- Hon. Maisori Kemero Marawa - MP, Kuria East
- QS David Mathu Njuguna: Managing Director
- Hon. Wilberforce Oundo- MP Funyula
Structure
The study programme shall consist of lectures, coursework, seminars, practicals, written examination and a project.
Each course unit shall comprise forty five contact hours.
The programme shall be covered in a minimum of four (4) semesters and a maximum of 15 semesters of 15 weeks each.
In each semester, students shall be allowed to take a minimum of two (2) course units and a maximum of six (6) course units.
|
Code |
Unit | Hours |
| BBE501 | Construction Economics | 45 |
| BBE503 | Construction Law | 45 |
| BBE505 | Principles of Management | 45 |
| BBE507 | Information Systems in the Construction Industry | 45 |
| BBE509 | Quantitative Methods | 45 |
| BBE511 | Research Methodology | 45 |
| BBE 502 | Construction Finance | 45 |
| BBE 504 | Organisation Theory | 45 |
| BBE 506 | Project Planning and Control | 45 |
| BBE 508 | Site Management | 45 |
| BBE 510 | Construction Technology | 45 |
| BBE 512 | International Construction Practice | 45 |
| BBE 513 | Project Management Theory | 45 |
| BBE 515 | Construction Contract Administration | 45 |
| BBE 517 | Ergonomics for Construction Management | 45 |
| BBE 519 | Risk Management in Construction Projects | 45 |
| Electives | ||
| Students to choose any two subjects from the following: | ||
| BBE 521 | Real Estate Investment and Management | 45 |
| BBE 523 | Urban and regional Development Economics | 45 |
| BBE 525 | Principles of Marketing | 45 |
| BBE 527 | Construction Plant and Equipment Management | 45 |
| BBE 529 | Materials Management | 45 |
| BBE 531 | Human Resource Management | 45 |
| BBE 533 | Maintenance Management | 45 |
| BBE 514 | Research Project | 225 |
Admission Requirements
- Minimum Admission Requirements
Applicants with the following qualifications will be eligible for consideration for admission into the degree programme as per the Faculty of the Built Environment and Design guidelinesThe common regulations governing the master’s degree in all Schools/Faculties of the University of Nairobi shall apply.
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- Holders of at least an Upper Second-Class Honours Degree in Building Economics, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Land Economics from the University of Nairobi or equivalent qualification from a university recognized by Senate.
- Holders of at least a Lower Second Class Honours Degree in any of the disciplines specified in 3.1.2, with a relevant postgraduate diploma or relevant publications or other equivalent qualifications or at least two years relevant work experience
- Application Information
You will be required to enter some basic information, including your email address and to choose a password. We will then send you an email to the address you entered, so that we can validate your account. When you have clicked on the validation link (sent to you in the email), you will be able to log in to the application system using the "Login" box below
For instructions on how to apply click here
To apply online here
Careers
Attachment Opportunities
It must be noted that the graduate will be working with people of diverse backgrounds, therefore flexibility and management skills in handling people are important. The graduate will be involved in different projects, ever changing ideas and new technologies throughout working life, therefore he/she must adopt to challenges and hence work independently.
Career Prospects
Career opportunities for graduates of Construction Management would be available in the construction industry in the following areas as:
- Construction Management Consultant advising builders, building designers and clients.
- Construction manager in a building company.
- Employees in building and construction organizations
- Consultants in building materials and components industry in design, production or marketing.
- Contractors or developers in self employment.
Fees and Funding
| MASTER OF ARTS IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT - B53 | |||
| MA Construction Management-Year 1 (TOTAL of 12) | |||
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Yearly TOTAL | |
| TUITION | 216,000 | 216,000 | 432,000 |
| MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) | 6,500 | 6,500 | |
| ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) | 7,000 | 7,000 | |
| CAUTION - (ONCE) | 5,000 | 5,000 | |
| LIBRARY (PER YEAR) | 5,000 | 5,000 | |
| REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) | 2,250 | 2,250 | 4,500 |
| EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000) | 6,000 | 6,000 | 12,000 |
| ID CARD ( PER YEAR) | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR) | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR) | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| TOTAL | 251,750 | 224,250 | 476,000 |
| MA Construction Management-Year 2 (TOTAL of 11) | |||
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Yearly TOTAL | |
| TUITION | 216,000 | 216,000 | 432,000 |
| MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) | 6,500 | 6,500 | |
| ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) | 7,000 | 7,000 | |
| LIBRARY (PER YEAR) | 5,000 | 5,000 | |
| REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) | 2,250 | 2,250 | 4,500 |
| EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000) | 6,000 | - | 6,000 |
| ID CARD ( PER YEAR) | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR) | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR) | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| THESIS EXAMINATION | 30,000 | 30,000 | |
| TOTAL | 246,750 | 248,250 | 495,000 |
| Grand TOTAL | 971,000 | ||
