Procurement of Infrastructure and Major Projects

Program Overview

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The program aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, equipping graduates for careers in infrastructure project management, finance, and consulting.

Program Outline

Participants will learn from best practices and gain a strategic understanding of the critical role of procuring and delivering infrastructure projects.

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Objectives:

• Identify key stakeholders and critically evaluate the social, economic, and environmental challenges impacting their capacity to procure infrastructure and major projects.

• Gain practical knowledge and skills necessary to contribute effectively to successful infrastructure procurement efforts.

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Outline:

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Program Content:

• Module 1: Introduction to Infrastructure Procurement
• Introduction to infrastructure and its role in society
• The importance of infrastructure for economic growth and sustainable development
• Challenges and opportunities in infrastructure procurement
• Legal and regulatory frameworks for infrastructure procurement
• Module 2: Innovative and Best Practice Models in Infrastructure Procurement
• Public-private partnerships (PPPs)
• Project finance
• Design-build-finance-operate (DBFO) models
• Alternative procurement methods
• Module 3: Key Stakeholders in Infrastructure Procurement
• Government agencies
• Private sector investors and contractors
• Community groups and NGOs
• The role of academia and research institutions
• Module 4: Social, Economic, and Environmental Challenges in Infrastructure Procurement
• Environmental sustainability
• Social equity
• Economic efficiency
• The impact of globalization and climate change
• Module 5: Case Studies in Infrastructure Procurement
• Analysis of successful and unsuccessful infrastructure projects
• Identification of key lessons learned
• Recommendations for improvement

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Schedule:

• Part-time program
• Thursdays, 9:15 AM - 12:15 PM during Semester 1, 2024
• Starts on Thursday, 26 September 2024

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Individual Modules:

• Module 1: 3 weeks, Introduction to Infrastructure Procurement;
• Module 2: 3 weeks, Innovative and Best Practice Models in Infrastructure Procurement;
• Module 3: 3 weeks, Key Stakeholders in Infrastructure Procurement;
• Module 4: 3 weeks, Social, Economic, and Environmental Challenges in Infrastructure Procurement;
• Module 5: 3 weeks, Case Studies in Infrastructure Procurement.

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Assessment:

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Assessment Methods:

• Written Assignment (Coursework): [100% weighted]
• EXEMPLAR case study
provided to students to assess their knowledge, understanding, and application of learnings.
• 3,000 word report requires students to:
• Appreciate the strategic importance of infrastructure for sustained economic growth.
• Identify key stakeholders and critically evaluate the social, economic, and environmental challenges impacting stakeholders' capacity to procure infrastructure and major projects.

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Teaching:

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Teaching methods:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Practical work
• Fieldwork
• Private study
• Assessment

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Faculty:

• Experienced academics in the field of infrastructure procurement and major projects.
• Possess relevant industry experience and expertise.
• Committed to providing students with a high-quality learning experience.

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Unique approaches:

• Focus on practical application of learned concepts.
• Utilize real-world case studies and examples.
• Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Foster a collaborative learning environment.

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Careers:

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Potential career paths:

• Infrastructure project manager
• Project finance manager
• PPP specialist
• Construction contract manager
• Infrastructure consultant
• Environmental impact assessment specialist
• Policy analyst

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Career opportunities:

• Opportunities exist throughout the infrastructure sector, including in government agencies, private sector companies, and consulting firms.
• Graduates of the program are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge for various career paths.

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Other:

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United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

• The program aligns with the following SDGs:
• SDG 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.
• SDG 11: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
• Graduates will contribute to creating a more sustainable future for all.

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Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and EU Settlements Status Fees:

£583.35

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England, Scotland, Wales and the Islands Fees:

£583.35

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Additional mandatory costs

It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees. Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses. Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.