Project and Safety Manager in Construction Works - Ed.4 Online

Program Overview

This specialized master's program in project management equips engineers and architects with essential skills to effectively manage construction projects throughout their lifecycle, optimizing costs and schedules. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of digitization and data analysis, preparing students for the evolving role of project and safety managers in the construction industry. By obtaining PMI, IPMA, and NEBOSH HSE certifications, graduates are well-positioned for successful careers as accredited project managers in Italy.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This specializing master course aims to equip engineers and architects with the essential tools of project management.

Objectives:

• To provide a comprehensive understanding of project management theory, investment valuation, and financial accounting.
• To prepare students for obtaining PMI (Project Management Institute) and IPMA (International Project Management Association) certifications.
• To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain the NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Process Safety Management.
• To enable students to become Lean Green Belt Project Leaders.
• To facilitate students becoming accredited project managers in Italy with Accredia.
• To provide specialized knowledge about digitization in the construction industry and data analysis, including the use of Matlab for data management.
• To develop soft skills, including leadership and communication, essential for effective project management.

Assessment:

• No intermediate tests are scheduled.
• A 240-hour master thesis is required at the end of the course.
• The thesis must describe a project (or multiple projects) in which the student is involved during or prior to the master's program.
• The thesis should demonstrate the student's ability to apply the tools and knowledge gained during the master's program to their professional practice.
• The thesis is reviewed and evaluated by the academic committee.

Other:

• The program consists of 527 hours of lectures, including 416 hours of project and safety management subjects, 75 hours of digitization, and 36 hours of soft skills.
• Students can write their dissertations autonomously.
• The program emphasizes the growing importance of digitization in the construction industry and the need for project and safety managers to be proficient in data analysis.