Programme Specification Title: Construction Project Management Final Award: Master of Science (MSc) With Exit Awards at: Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) Master of Science (MSc) To be delivered from: Level Date Masters or Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) 2014-15 Masters or Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) 2014-15 Masters or Master of Science (MSc) 2014-15 Page 1/21
Table Of Contents 1. Introduction... 3 2. Basic Programme Data... 4 3. Programme Description... 5 3.1 Overview... 5 3.2 Aims and Objectives... 5 3.3 Variations to Standard Regulations and Guidance... 5 4. Programme Outcomes... 7 4.1 Knowledge and Understanding... 7 4.2 Subject Specific Intellectual Skills... 7 4.3 Subject Specific Practical Skills... 7 4.4 Transferable Skills and Attributes... 8 5. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategies... 9 5.1. Learning and Teaching Strategy... 9 5.2. Assessment Strategy... 10 6. Programme Structure... 11 Appendix I - Curriculum Map... 12 Appendix II - Assessment Map... 13 Appendix III - Benchmark Analysis... 15 Appendix IV - Benchmark Statements(s)... 19 Page 2/21
1. Introduction This document describes one of the University of Lincoln's programmes using the protocols required by the UK National Qualifications Framework as defined in the publication QAA guidelines for preparing programme specifications. This programme operates under the policy and regulatory frameworks of the University of Lincoln. Page 3/21
2. Basic Programme Data Final Award: Programme Title: Exit Awards and Titles Master of Science (MSc) Construction Project Management Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) Master of Science (MSc) Subject(s) Architecture Mode(s) of delivery Full Time Part Time Is there a Placement or Exchange? UCAS code Awarding Body Campus(es) School(s) Programme Leader Relevant Subject Benchmark Statements Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body Accreditation No University of Lincoln Lincoln Campus Programme Start Date 2014-15 Lincoln School Of Architecture Philip Hyde (PHyde) Page 4/21
3. Programme Description 3.1 Overview Although this programme of studies is not governed by any professional, statutory and/or regulatory body requirements, because of the similarities between the roles of the Project Manager and the Architect in terms of managing the client s aims, objectives and overall expectations; this Construction Project Management programme borrows part of the syllabus content/requirements from the Lincoln School of Architecture s Bachelor of Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) and the Postgraduate Diploma in Practice and Management in Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 3) Professional Practice and Management taught modules. In addition to the taught modules which feature in both the Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma stages of the programme, Students are given an opportunity to undertake research and develop their interests in Construction Project Management topics which are of particular interest to them and reflect their own future professional career aspirations. This is achieved via the Independent Study modules at both stages of this programme. Furthermore, should a Student wish, these themes can form the basis of their continuing professional development through the Masters Dissertation stage. It must be noted that although the subject of Construction Project Management does not have a specific QAA Benchmark Statement, reference is made to the following QAA documents: Subject Benchmark Statement for Architecture (Published in 2010). Masters Degree Characteristics Statement (Published in 2010). 3.2 Aims and Objectives This programme is intended for Students who have previously successfully completed an appropriate construction related first degree (or equivalent) and/or an appropriate construction related professional qualification (which is recognised as being equivalent to a first degree); which is supported with appropriate work experience; and who wish to develop and broaden their previous theoretical and work-based knowledge, understanding, ability and skills in construction project management. The aim is to prepare suitable Students for employment as Project Managers, so that on successful completion of this award, each is ready to take full and active responsibility as a Project Manager and understand their obligations and responsibilities as professionals to their clients, the profession and society at large. The aim is to prepare suitable Students for employment as Project Managers, so that on successful completion of this award, each is ready to take full and active responsibility as a Project Manager and understand their obligations and responsibilities as professionals to their clients, the profession and society at large. In fact their obligations to society at large are especially important when considering the sustainability agenda and the impact this will have on the long-term effects upon the environment. This programme therefore will help to stimulate a Candidate s appreciation of not only the strategic importance, but also the implementation of sustainable architecture and cultivate a desire to resolve the conflicting views of the differing stakeholder groups which abound society. 3.3 Variations to Standard Regulations and Guidance The University Regulations and the Taught Postgraduate Awards - General Principles and Assessment Regulations apply to this programme, without amendment. Page 5/21
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4. Programme Outcomes Programme-level learning outcomes are identified below. Refer to Appendix I Curriculum Map for details of how outcomes are deployed across the programme. 4.1 Knowledge and Understanding On successful completion of this programme a student will have knowledge and understanding of: 1 The Project Manager s obligation to society and the profession, and sufficient awareness of the limits of their competence and professional experience to ensure they are unlikely to bring the profession into disrepute. 2 The briefing process, forms and terms of appointment, the means of professional remuneration, relevant legislation, and the execution of appropriate programmed and coordinated project tasks. 3 The relevant law, legislation, guidance and controls relevant to architectural design and construction. 4 The nature of legal business entities, office systems, administration procedures and the relevant legislation. 5 The contractual relationships and the obligations upon an Project Manager acting as Contract Administrator, job-related administrative systems and the management of projects in the context of the Student s professional experience. 4.2 Subject Specific Intellectual Skills On successful completion of this programme a student will be able to: 6 Demonstrate overall competence and the ability to behave with integrity, in the ethical and professional manner appropriate to the role of a Project Manager. 7 Demonstrate understanding of the range of services offered by Project Managers and delivering those services in a manner prioritising the interests of the client and other stakeholders. 8 Demonstrate understanding of the legal context within which a Project Manager must operate, and the processes undertaken to ensure compliance with legal requirements or standards. 9 Demonstrate understanding of the business priorities, required management processes and risks of running a construction project management practice, and the relationship between the practice of project management and the UK construction industry. 10 Demonstrate understanding of UK construction and contract law, construction procurement processes and the roles of the various built environment professionals. 4.3 Subject Specific Practical Skills On successful completion of this programme a student will be able to: Page 7/21
11 Demonstrate the skills necessary to undertake effective communication and presentation, organisation, self-management and autonomous working. 12 Demonstrate the skills necessary to provide a competent service, both singly and as part of a team, including understanding of client needs, appropriate communication, programming, coordination and competent delivery. 13 Demonstrate the skills necessary to positively interact with statutory and private bodies or individuals, and competently deliver projects within diverse legislative frameworks. 14 Demonstrate the skills necessary to engage in business administration and ability to resource, plan, implement and record project tasks to achieve stated goals, either individually or within a team. 15 Demonstrate the skills necessary to plan project-related tasks, coordinate and engage in design team interaction, execute effective contract communication and resolve construction-related challenges and disputes. 4.4 Transferable Skills and Attributes On successful completion of this programme a student will be able to: 16 Demonstrate overall competence and the ability to behave with integrity, in the ethical and professional manner in all of their business activities. 17 Demonstrate the necessary skills to plan and co-ordinate project-related tasks, interact and engage with other project team members, deal with complex problems in challenging situations and resolve disputes when these occur. 18 Demonstrate a critical awareness of the limitations of their existing knowledge, understanding competence and professional experience in order to identify their own independent continuing professional development needs. 19 Demonstrate good authorship, knowledge, effective communications skills, and reasoning and understanding in relation to all of their professional activities. For details of each module contributing to the programme, please consult the module specification document. Page 8/21
5. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategies 5.1. Learning and Teaching Strategy Both the Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma stages of this programme of studies rely on a combination of a taught modules and independent study modules. These modules develop the Student s knowledge, understanding, ability and skills relating to professional practice and construction project management. The taught modules are delivered in the form of lectures, seminars and workshops, which develop and reinforce theory. This theory is supported by the use of scenarios and case studies which help provide a real world perspective and thus place this in a professional and practical context. The teaching of which is supported by appropriate Practitioner Guest Lecturers. Student s are also encouraged to discuss problems they have previously encountered in the work place, as this will assist in their professional development by allowing them to benefit from the knowledge and professional experience of their peer s. In addition Students are required to undertake their own Independent Studies and undertake research on Professional Practice, or Construction Project Management related topics of their choice, in order to build upon their knowledge and understanding of the various taught module syllabi and thus enhance their own professional development. Masters Dissertation Options: Construction Project Management Students: Upon successful completion of the PgCert and PgDip stages of the CPM programme, Students would normally progress to the final Masters Stage of the CPM programme. In which case, CPM Students will identify an appropriate Construction Project Management related research project of their choosing, with the aim of developing a Masters Dissertation Research Proposal, followed by the development of the research and the submission of a Masters Dissertation. Alternatively, a CPM Student with an appropriate academic and professional background may be eligible to receive either Accredited Prior Learning (APL), or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) to enable them to undertake an Architectural Practice Management Masters Dissertation in order to exit with an MA in Practice and Management in Architecture. Such Students will however be counselled regarding the most appropriate Masters Dissertation option, as it is absolutely imperative that they fully understand that although the combined PgCert and PgDip CPM and PMA programmes are similar, they are not the same. Thus in transferring to the MA PMA exit award, CPM Students must be aware this award will not incorporate and confer exemption from the ARB/RIBA Part 3 Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice and Management Examination in Architecture and therefore they will not be eligible to apply to ARB for inclusion on the Register of Architects and accordingly be able to use the title Architect, as this is governed by the Architects Act 1997. Nor will such Students be eligible for membership of the RIBA and henceforth call themselves a Chartered Architect. Further details of this MA PMA Masters Dissertation option is provided in the appropriate PMA Programme Specification and Module Specification documents. Practice and Management in Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 3) Students (OptionalMasters Dissertation Stage): Following successful completion of the Pg Dip PMA (ARB/RIBA Part 3) Award, Part 3 Candidates may if they so wish, continue their studies by completing a Masters Level Research Proposal and Page 9/21
Dissertation in an appropriate Construction Project Management related research project of their choosing and thus obtain an MSc in Construction Project Management. In which case, Part 3 Candidates would receive Accredited Prior Learning and exemption from both the Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma stages of this CPM programme of studies. 5.2. Assessment Strategy The various methods of assessment for each stage of the programme and the weightings for each are outlined below: Postgraduate Certificate Stage: - Practice Management - Written Assignment [100%] - Project Inception - Written Examination [100%] - Professional Practice and Management - Written Examination [100%] - Professional Development 1 (Certificate Stage) - Personal Development Plan [10%], Independent Study Report [90%] Written Examinations: the duration of examinations will be 3 hours. Written Assignments: subject to the content and nature of the assignments, these will be approximately 2,500 words ± 10%, or equivalent. The Personal Development Plan: this provides a critical self analysis of a Student s learning and professional activities undertaken throughout the Postgraduate Certificate stage of the programme and is based upon a PDP template issued to all Students. Independent Study Report: the Postgraduate Certificate stage report is based upon a professional practice or construction project management based topic chosen by the Student and will be approximately 5,000 words ± 10%, or equivalent. Postgraduate Diploma Stage: - Pre-Contract Studies - Written Examination [100%] - Post-Contract Studies - Written Examination [100%] - Professional Development 2 (Diploma Stage) - Personal Development Plan [10%], Independent Study Report [90%] Written Examinations: the duration of examinations will be 3 hours. The Personal Development Plan: this provides an ongoing critical self analysis of a Student s learning and professional activities undertaken throughout the Postgraduate Diploma stage of the programme and will build upon the PDP which formed part of the Postgraduate Certificate stage of the programme. Independent Study Report: the Postgraduate Diploma stage report is based upon a professional practice or construction project management based topic chosen by the Student and will be approximately 8,000 words ± 10%, or equivalent. Page 10/21
6. Programme Structure The total number of credit points required for the achievement of Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) is 60. The total number of credit points required for the achievement of Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) is 120. The total number of credit points required for the achievement of Master of Science (MSc) is 180. Masters Title Credit Rating Core / Optional Practice Management 2014-15 15 Core Professional Practice and Management 2014-15 15 Core Project Inception 2014-15 15 Core Professional Development 1 2014-15 15 Core Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 15 Core Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 15 Core Professional Development 2 2014-15 30 Core Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction Project Management) 2014-15 60 Core Page 11/21
Appendix I - Curriculum Map This table indicates which modules assume responsibility for delivering and ordering particular programme learning outcomes. Key: Delivered and Assessed Delivered Assessed Masters Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction Project Management) 2014-15 Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 Practice Management 2014-15 Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 Professional Development 1 2014-15 Professional Development 2 2014-15 Professional Practice and Management 2014-15 Project Inception 2014-15 PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12 Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction Project Management) 2014-15 Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 Practice Management 2014-15 Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 Professional Development 1 2014-15 Professional Development 2 2014-15 Professional Practice and Management 2014-15 Project Inception 2014-15 PO13 PO14 PO15 PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 Page 12/21
Appendix II - Assessment Map This table indicates the spread of assessment activity across the programme. Percentages indicate assessment weighting. Masters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction Project Management) 2014-15 Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 Practice Management 2014-15 100 Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 Professional Development 1 2014-15 Professional Development 2 2014-15 Professional Practice and Management 100 2014-15 Project Inception 2014-15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction Project Management) 2014-15 Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 Practice Management 2014-15 Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 100 Professional Development 1 2014-15 100 Professional Development 2 2014-15 Professional Practice and Management 2014-15 Project Inception 2014-15 100 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction 20 Page 13/21
Project Management) 2014-15 Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 100 Practice Management 2014-15 Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 Professional Development 1 2014-15 Professional Development 2 2014-15 100 Professional Practice and Management 2014-15 Project Inception 2014-15 Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction Project Management) 2014-15 Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 Practice Management 2014-15 Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 Professional Development 1 2014-15 Professional Development 2 2014-15 Professional Practice and Management 2014-15 Project Inception 2014-15 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 80 Masters Dissertation (MSc Construction Project Management) 2014-15 Post-Contract Studies 2014-15 Practice Management 2014-15 Pre-Contract Studies 2014-15 Professional Development 1 2014-15 Professional Development 2 2014-15 Professional Practice and Management 2014-15 Project Inception 2014-15 49 50 51 52 EP Page 14/21
Appendix III - Benchmark Analysis This table maps programme learning outcomes to relevant QAA subject benchmark statements or PSRB guidelines. Knowledge and Understanding PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 MDC01 MDC02 MDC03 MDC04 MDC05 MDC06 MDC07 MDC08 MDC09 PPM01 PPM02 PPM03 PPM04 PPM05 PPM06 PPM07 PPM08 RM01 RM02 RM03 RM04 RM05 RM06 RM07 RM08 SAM01 SAM02 SAM03 SAM04 SAM05 SAM06 SAM07 Page 15/21
PO5 Subject Specific Intellectual Skills PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 MDC01 MDC02 MDC03 MDC04 MDC05 MDC06 MDC07 MDC08 MDC09 PPM01 PPM02 PPM03 PPM04 PPM05 PPM06 PPM07 PPM08 RM01 RM02 RM03 RM04 RM05 RM06 RM07 RM08 SAM01 SAM02 SAM03 SAM04 SAM05 SAM06 SAM07 Page 16/21
Subject Specific Practical Skills PO11 PO12 PO13 PO14 PO15 PO11 PO12 PO13 PO14 PO15 PO11 PO12 PO13 PO14 PO15 PO11 PO12 PO13 PO14 PO15 MDC01 MDC02 MDC03 MDC04 MDC05 MDC06 MDC07 MDC08 MDC09 PPM01 PPM02 PPM03 PPM04 PPM05 PPM06 PPM07 PPM08 RM01 RM02 RM03 RM04 RM05 RM06 RM07 RM08 SAM01 SAM02 SAM03 SAM04 SAM05 SAM06 SAM07 Page 17/21
Transferable Skills and Attributes PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 MDC01 MDC02 MDC03 MDC04 MDC05 MDC06 MDC07 MDC08 MDC09 PPM01 PPM02 PPM03 PPM04 PPM05 PPM06 PPM07 PPM08 RM01 RM02 RM03 RM04 RM05 RM06 RM07 RM08 SAM01 SAM02 SAM03 SAM04 SAM05 SAM06 SAM07 Page 18/21
Appendix IV: Benchmark Benchmark Statement(s) Page 19/21
MDC01 - Demonstrate a systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of their academic discipline, field of study or area of professional practice. MDC02 - Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to their own research or advanced scholarship. MDC03 - Demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in the discipline. MDC04 - Conceptual understanding that enables the student to evaluate critically current research and advanced scholarship in the discipline. MDC05 - Conceptual understanding that enables the student to evaluate methodologies and develop critiques of them and, where appropriate, to propose new hypotheses. MDC06 - Able to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgements in the absence of complete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences. MDC07 - Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level. MDC08 - Able to continue to advance their knowledge and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level. MDC09 - Have the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring. The exercise of initiative and personal responsibility. Decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations... PPM01 - An in-depth knowledge and understanding of their profession, informed by current practice, scholarship and research, including a critical awareness of current issues and developments in the subject and the profession. PPM02 - The ability to apply research to professional situations, both practical and theoretical. PPM03 - The ability to use a range of techniques and research methods applicable to their professional activities. PPM04 - Able to use initiative and take responsibility. PPM05 - Able to solve problems in creative and innovative ways. PPM06 - Able to make decisions in challenging situations. PPM07 - Able to continue to learn independently and to develop professionally. PPM08 - Able to communicate effectively, with colleagues and a wider audience, in a variety of media. Page 20/21
Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org) University of Lincoln Programme Specification - Master of Science (MSc) Construction Project Management RM01 - An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the discipline informed by current scholarship and research, including a critical awareness of current issues and developments in the subject. RM02 - The ability to study independently in the subject. RM03 - The ability to use a range of techniques and research methods applicable to advanced scholarship in the subject. RM04 - Able to use initiative and take responsibility. RM05 - Able to solve problems in creative and innovative ways. RM06 - Able to make decisions in challenging situations. RM07 - Able to continue to learn independently and to develop professionally, including the ability to pursue further research where appropriate. RM08 - Able to communicate effectively, with colleagues and a wider audience, in a variety of media. SAM01 - An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the discipline informed by current scholarship and research, including a critical awareness of current issues and developments in the subject. SAM02 - The ability to complete a research project in the subject, which may include a critical review of existing literature or other scholarly outputs. SAM03 - Able to use initiative and take responsibility. SAM04 - Able to solve problems in creative and innovative ways. SAM05 - Able to make decisions in challenging situations. SAM06 - Able to continue to learn independently and to develop professionally. SAM07 - Able to communicate effectively, with colleagues and a wider audience, in a variety of media. Page 21/21