MSc Construction and Project Management

The MSc Construction and Project Management offered by Westford Uni Online in collaboration with Abertay University is for professionals in the industry who look forward to progressing to managerial and leadership roles.

This degree program focuses on management, planning, execution and leadership theories that can be applied by experts in the field of construction. At the same time, the program covers subject maters that are distinct as well as essential to the growth of experts in the field. These subject matters include but are not limited to – innovation in design and health, safety & environmental management.

Assessment of this degree program is conducted through assignments, presentations, and dissertations. The programme is embedded with new theories and best-practices, to assure efficiency and support learners with remaining updated about the latest trends in the industry.

Westford Uni Online aims to create corporate-ready individuals who will be able to advance in their careers or implement their learning outcomes to self-owned businesses, yielding into professional growth. By the end of the degree course, learners will be able to:

Program Highlights:

• Address the challenges of managing complex construction projects for the built environment.
• Deliver solutions which enable efficient and effective use of limited resources whilst recognising environmental concerns and changing social requirements.
• Undertake in-depth investigation in areas of interest relevant to construction management.
• Enable students to acquire tools to operate in senior positions of leadership and decision-making.
• Undertake, plan and report on a concentrated period of applied study which integrates knowledge gained, while working to a restricted timescale.

Why you should do this Program

Academic excellence

This MSc programme is taught through an amalgamation of academic modules, training for technical & soft skills and updating existing knowledge to meet present-day industry standards. It is designed in a manner that ensures professionals have the required knowledge and practice to progress in their careers. The curriculum is comprised of courses, that have international recognition. It is created as well as delivered by, prominent and qualified faculty members at Westford Uni Online. Degree programs are delivered with keen attention to high-quality teaching, ground-breaking research and extensive links with employers and business leaders in the UK and around the world.

Progression Opportunities

The modules and sessions address topics and cover study material that are deemed essential for professionals to further grow in their careers with updated knowledge and best practices applicable to the industry. Additionally, the degrees are widely recognised, which gives professionals an opportunity to bank on the credibility of the programme that they are pursuing. Many of Westford Uni Online’s students have attested to receiving promotions and acquiring senior managerial positions soon after completion of their postgraduate degrees with the institution.

Affordability

There are four pillars of strength that Westford is founded upon-

✓ Delivery of quality education

✓ Accessibility

✓ Credibility and

✓ Affordability.

Westford Uni Online offers flexible payment methods. These benefits are in addition to the various scholarships that can be availed at Westford Uni Online.

Independent and International Classroom

One of the most interesting factors about the blended learning approach is that it offers professionals with the flexibility of pursuing education as per their convenience as well as pace. The online-taught programs are recorded and shared with students who they have missed a class. Over and above the flexibility factor, students get a unique opportunity to study and network with professionals in different parts of the world, giving them a real-time peek into how different theories can be applied in different parts of the world. Connecting to an international student base helps professional develop a clearer and thorough understanding of taught theories. Learners also receive the opportunity to visit UAE to attend sessions and to visit UK to attend their graduation ceremonies.

Westford University College is one of the leading business schools located in the UAE, delivering quality education since 2008. With two branches in Sharjah, the prestigious institution offers postgraduate, undergraduate, doctorate and vocational programs that carry significant value and credibility, around the world.

Providing degrees and certifications from accredited universities and awarding bodies has enabled Westford to have a global community of students. Our strategic partnerships, understanding of evolving industry requirements and deep analysis of economic realities ensure that we offer a meaningful and diverse portfolio of management, arts, and technology- based programs. We have developed an integrated alliance with over 10 universities and educational bodies from the UK, Europe, USA, and other places.

The institution has enrolled over 10,000 students from more than 125 countries. Westford students have become a part of a learning community that promotes critical thinking, experiential learning, innovation, and enterprise.

The institution has been recognized for it’s excellence in educational delivery and efficient learning pedagogies. Several accolades were offered across the period of 2015-20. We have been awarded by Forbes Middle East in 2019, received MENAA award for ‘Best Corporate Brand’ 2019, Asian Education Leadership Award for ‘Asia’s Best Emerging Business School’, Middle East’s ‘Best International Business College’ in 2017, Global Brands Magazine Award 2020 for Fastest Growing Online MBA Provider, Great Place to Work 2020 and Rank #1 as the Great Place to Work for women in the GCC-2020.