International Construction Project Management

Synopsis

This course aims to gives an understanding of the global construction markets and characteristics of mega scale projects. Postgraduate students will be exposed to the challenges and management of international projects. They will also learn about the internationalization strategies that construction multi national companies use to venture into markets overseas, in addition to the pitfalls they should avoid and critical success factors to succeed.

Level: 5
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JAN

Topics

Managing International projects
International Project governance and case study
Human Resources in International Projects
Communications in International Projects
Risk Management in International projects
International projects Risk Strategies and case study
Procurement Management in international projects
International Contract Strategies
Public private partnership (PPP)
Private Finance Initiative (PFI)
Strategic Management in International Construction
Internationalisation Strategies case study

Learning Outcome

Discuss the uniqueness of international construction markets
Appraise the challenges of construction projects in different countries and overseas markets
Evaluate pitfalls and critical success factors for international project management
Compare the legal, contractual and other management practices in different construction markets
Demonstrate ability to set up/organize an international project team
Formulate internationalization strategies for construction firm to venture overseas

Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Singapore University of Social Sciences

International Construction Project Management