Master of Science in Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying (Teach Out) (Heriot-Watt University)
Course Information
Description
Course Overview
The Master of Science in Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying is a specialized program that combines the fields of commercial management and quantity surveying to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the construction and real estate industries. This program focuses on developing expertise in cost estimation, contract management, and project financial control, essential for successful project delivery in a competitive business environment
Entry Requirements
ADMISSION CRITERIA
- Academic Level Required: Degree in Built Environment Discipline or mature candidates (at least 30 years old) with minimum 8 years of working experience
- Work Experience Required: BSc with two years of post BSc experience
- All applications are subject to approval from Heriot-Watt University.
PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of 90% attendance is required for international students and 75% attendance is required for local students
- Minimum mark of 40% is required to pass each module
- Minimum score of 50 marks for all 8 examinable modules is required for student to undertake Master of Science (MSc)
Career Opportunities
- Portfolio Manager
- Real Estate Management consultant
- Property Developer
- Property Manager
- Urban Planner
Modules
PGDip: 8 examinable modules MSc: 8 examinable modules and a Research Dissertation In the event, the student scored at least an average of 50 marks and above for all 8 examinable modules, the student would be eligible to undertake the MSc.
- Construction Financial Management
- Construction Technology
- People and Organisation Management in the Built Environment
- Quantity Surveying Financial Management
- Urban Economy and Property Markets
- Contracts and Procurement
- Value and Risk Management
- Costruction Practice and Information Technology
- Research Dissertation (Only for MSc Students)
Regular Class: 3-hours classroom lesson – 2 to 3 times per week
Consultation: Once a week
Weekday lessons start: 7pm to 10pm
Saturday lesson start: 2.30pm to 5.30pm