Master of Construction and Engineering Management course and career outcomes

However you choose to structure your study, La Trobe recognises your hard work. Here are the pathways you could follow as you move through your course.

Course intended learning outcomes

• Apply advanced understanding of construction management principles and current research to the design and delivery of operations and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure projects using appropriate engineering principles and methods
• Apply decision making methodologies coherent with engineering project management principles and concepts to sustainable construction practices using established management theoretical frameworks
• Effectively communicate project management plans, delivery strategies and expected outcomes that appropriately interpret project objectives and stakeholder expectations using critical thinking and judgement
• Develop risk management plans with intellectual independence by applying advanced knowledge and engineering principles to achieve effective solutions for project risk allocation and mitigation of impact on construction projects
• Develop strategic management plans to solve engineering problems for projects, that exhibit comprehensive awareness of social, cultural and environmental effects of building and infrastructure projects on communities for sustainable outcomes
• Effectively communicate technical information orally, in writing, and visually to both technical and non-technical audiences consistent with professional and ethical standards mandated by Engineers Australia
• Synthesise and evaluate complex information from building and infrastructure projects with creativity and innovation and provide professional engineering and strategic project management advice to construction engineering project teams
• Manage personal professional engineering development, relationships with key stakeholders and work practices in construction and engineering management with a high level of autonomy

Master of Construction and Engineering Management career opportunities

Possible career paths include:

• Construction manager
  • Direct staff on the day-to-day operation of job sites and oversee construction projects from beginning to end.
• Engineering manager
  • Plan and oversee technical operations to help deliver civil engineering and construction projects.
• Project engineer
  • Plan, organise and oversee the construction of civil engineering projects either on-site or in the office.

Fees and scholarships

Estimated course fees for international students

The International estimated fees are indicative only. The tuition fees you pay will depend on the subjects you choose to study, with each subject having its own cost. In some cases, your course fees may be higher than the indicated fees because of the subjects you choose.

International scholarships

Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative

The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.

Find out more about Destination Australia scholarships.

Note: You must first have an offer to study at La Trobe before you are eligible to apply for a La Trobe scholarship.

How to apply

Apply now or ask us a question if you need more help. You can also call us on +61 3 9627 4805.

Note: Some courses start earlier than the standard semester, term or study period. Applications for these courses close one week prior. Always check your course’s start date to ensure your application is submitted in time.

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