American University In Dubai

Dubai, AE

admissions@aud.edu +97143999000Sheikh Zayed Road PO Box 28282

American University In Dubai

Dubai, AE

admissions@aud.edu +97143999000Sheikh Zayed Road PO Box 28282

Master Of Science In Construction Management

Department of Civil Engineering·School of Engineering

Master

American University In Dubai

Overview

AUD’s Master of Science in Construction Management (M.S.C.M.) provides engineers, architects, and construction professionals with an opportunity to broaden their education portfolio and advance in their careers. Through a well-balanced combination of theory and practice, students are able to combine their research-based graduate studies with first-hand practical experience, in the construction of infrastructure, energy, oil and gas, industrial, commercial, and residential facilities. The curriculum provides a unique integration of global and regional perspectives, emphasizing the role of technology, technical communication, and research in the construction management profession. With classes taught by world-class faculty holding doctoral degrees in engineering, business and law, the 30-credit hour program can be completed in one and a half years (full time) or two years (part time). The curriculum encompasses a blend of technical and management courses, augmented by two thesis courses.

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Program Details

Degree level: Master
Department: Department of Civil Engineering
College: School of Engineering

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Advance their professional careers while staying current in the field of construction management and related disciplines;
Demonstrate social and ethical responsibility by adhering to the principles of sustainability, safety, and cultural diversity in the workplace
Articulate professional challenges, perspectives, and decisions through technical communication
Apply knowledge in the core areas of planning, scheduling, estimating, and construction equipment and methods
Differentiate between different project delivery methods and contract types, in relation to construction laws and regulations
Use decision analysis tools and computer applications to reach informed decisions in construction projects

Academic Requirements

An undergraduate degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related discipline, from an accredited national or regional institutional body, achieving a 3.00 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) or better in undergraduate study.
Candidates who have a minimum of three years of work experience will be given preference for admission. However, the nature, scope, length, breadth, variety and significance of the work experience will also be considered in the preference ranking of candidates.
For students whom do not have a background in Engineering, Architecture or a closely-related discipline, undergraduate transcripts will be evaluated to determine whether undergraduate prerequisite courses or a placement examination is required.
Students must achieve an academic IELTS score of 6.0, TOEFL® score of (550 ITP [Paper-based]) or (79 IBT), or 1400 on EmSAT English

Required Documents

Your High School Documents- An official attested high school/secondary school transcript covering the last three years and reflecting a good academic standard. (Required averages vary by school systems. Students should consult AUD’s Admissions Office for pertinent requirements.)

High School Diploma, original to be verified.

High School Certificate Attestation and EquivalencyTrue copy of certificates should be attested by the appropriate authority as stated below: - Grade 12 transcripts obtained in the U.A.E. must be attested by the U.A.E. Ministry of Education.

Communicate technical information effectively in written, oral, and graphical formats

Explain the professional and ethical obligations governing the construction management profession

Demonstrate knowledge in current issues and modern trends in construction management research and practice.

High school diplomas and grade 12 transcripts obtained abroad must be attested by: 1. Ministry of Education of home country 2. Ministry of Foreign Affairs of home country 3. U.A.E. Embassy in home country OR 1. Ministry of Education of home country 2. Embassy of the country of study in the U.A.E. 3. U.A.E. Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Obtain the Certificate of Equivalency of your high school qualification from the Ministry of Education in the UAE. You should apply online through the Ministry's website: [www.moe.gov.ae](https://www.moe.gov.ae)(under the EServices section, go to Service Catalog)

Equivalency letter is required from the U.A.E. Ministry of Education for all students except students who graduated from a school following UAE Ministry System

English Requirements: Students should demonstrate the minimal standards of proficiency in English language through submission of the required TOEFL/Academic IELTS. To be admitted to any of AUD undergraduate programs, applicants must submit the below scores prior to the start of the semester: - IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79 or TOEFL ITP 550

Students who achieve a minimum score of 6 on Academic IELTS or 68 on TOEFL iBT or 520 on TOEFL ITP will still be accepted as degree candidates and will be enrolled in ENGL100: Developmental English (refer to section developmental on Developmental Studies)

Students who do not achieve the minimum scores may be placed at the appropriate level of the English Bridge program and cannot register for degree program courses.

Math Requirements Students must demonstrate the minimal standards of proficiency in mathematics by submitting any of the below scores (per chosen program of study) or by passing the Math placement test at AUD*

Passport photocopy with validity page (and Ethbara page for UAE nationals)

Photocopy UAE Residency Visa

Photocopy Emirates ID (both sides)

Army Exemption Letter (for UAE nationals)

Completed [Health History Form](https://aud.edu/media/2885/health-history-form-updated-2019.pdf?AUD%20Health%20History%20Forms). This form must be signed and stamped by a Physician.

An online Application for Admission to an AUD graduate program.

An undergraduate degree earned from an institution accredited by the Ministry of Education in the U.A.E. or by the relevant national or regional institutional accrediting body in the case of international applicants.

A 3.00 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) or better in undergraduate study. For students with post undergraduate credits earned at more than one institution, a separate GPA is calculated.

Undergraduate/Graduate Records: Original, official (sealed) transcripts from all universities, colleges, or other postsecondary institutions of higher learning at which the applicant completed undergraduate and graduate studies.

Undergraduate and Graduate Diplomas – originals required for verification.

Confirmation of University Records, required from every university attended by the student before joining AUD to be e-mailed directly from the student’s university to the Office of Admissions at AUD ([myapplication@aud.edu](mailto:myapplication@aud.edu))

Profile and/or Grading system of universities/colleges previously attended.

Attestations and Equivalencies- Original, official transcripts of academic record from all universities, colleges or other postsecondary institutions attended by the candidate; to be submitted to the Office of Admissions. Transcripts should be attested by the appropriate higher education authority in the country in which the undergraduate degree was granted, and must be translated into English if they are issued in a language other than English.

Applicants with degrees granted outside the UAE., should obtain attestation from (1) the Ministry of Higher Education of the country of study, (2) the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in that country, and (3) the UAE embassy in that country or the embassy of the country of study in the UAE and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Statement of Recognition of you’re the applicant’s previous university degree to be obtained from the UAE Ministry of Education for all applicants with the exception of applicants with degrees granted in the UAE and approved by the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE). It is solely the applicant’s responsibility to obtain this statement from MOE.

Original, official transcripts of academic record from all universities, colleges or other postsecondary institutions attended by the candidate; to be submitted to the Office of Admissions. Transcripts should be attested by the appropriate higher education authority in the country in which the undergraduate degree was granted, and must be translated into English if they are issued in a language other than English.

English Language RequirementsStudents must achieve any of the following: - Academic IELTS™ score of 6.5 - TOEFL® score of (550 ITP [Paper-based]) or (79 IBT), or, - EmSAT English score of 1550

CV or resume describing professional and academic experience including two Professional or Educational References (with contact information)

A statement of the applicant’s career objectives, special professional and academic interests, and other reasons why the candidate wishes to pursue their choice of program at AUD, as well as the applicant’s special skills, expertise and interests that might contribute towards enriching the graduate learning at AUD.

Photocopy of passport, UAE ID (both sides).

Completed Health History Form. This form must be signed and stamped by a Physician.

National Military Service letter for UAE (male) nationals.