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.
Course 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.
Course 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.
Application Information
Applications for admission are open throughout the year through the online platform. The requirements for submitting your application are detailed in the link provided: https://application.uonbi.ac.ke/
Schedule of intakes
The Department admits new students at the beginning of every academic calendar year (which is usually September).
Mode of Delivery
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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.
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
CONTACT US FOR SUPPORT:
ADD Building, Lower State House Rd.
Mobile: +254750535572 | +254713120505
E-mail: recmqs@uonbi.ac.ke
P. O. Box 30197 NAIROBI - 00100
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
APPLICATION INFORMATION-
HOW TO APPLY:
https://uonbi.ac.ke/content/how-apply
APPLICATION PORTAL:
https://application.uonbi.ac.ke/
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 guidelines
- Minimum Admission Requirements
- The common regulations governing the master’s degree in all Schools/Faculties of the University of Nairobi shall apply.
- 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
Careers
Internship and Career opportunities
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.
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.
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 |