About the programme
The Master of Management (Construction Project Management) is an NZQF Level 9 degree at ICL Graduate Business School that combines general management with advanced training in running construction and infrastructure projects. It is worth 180 credits and takes 12 months.
The programme is aimed at people with a first degree in business or management, or in construction, engineering or a neighbouring field. It blends core management and leadership principles with specialist know-how in scheduling, budget control, purchasing and on-site delivery. Students assess current management theory and learn to bring strategic and analytical thinking to complex projects in a fast-changing environment.
Particular attention goes to planning, risk management and sustainability, along with approaches that are culturally responsive and relevant internationally. Graduates are expected to manage a project across its whole lifecycle, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors and stakeholders, and stay compliant with regulations, workplace safety rules and sustainability standards, all while finishing on time, on budget and to the required quality.
The curriculum consists of eight 15-credit papers — among them AI-driven construction planning and risk management, and sustainable, resilient infrastructure — plus a 60-credit applied project. Study runs over three 16-week trimesters. Students must bring their own laptop or tablet.
Graduates should also be able to interpret and report on project figures, budgets, timelines and risk reviews so that decisions rest on evidence.
Entry requirements
- A bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in a business-related subject from a recognised institution, with full transcripts
- Or evidence of relevant knowledge and skills gained through work or professional experience in business or a related area
- Or a bachelor's degree in another discipline combined with relevant professional experience
- International students: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, achieved in one sitting within the past two years, or an equivalent NZQA-recognised test
What you study
- 8230 Organisational Behaviour, Leadership and Change
- 8281 Business Professionalism
- 8260 Business Transformation
- 9230 Contemporary Leadership and Management
- 9203 Project Management
- 9206 AI-Driven Construction Project Planning and Risk Management
- 9207 Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Delivery
- 8542 Research Methods
- 9537 Applied Project (60 credits)
Careers after graduation
- Construction project manager or infrastructure project manager
- Site manager or project engineer
- Quantity surveyor or project controls specialist
- Construction planner or scheduler
- Contracts manager or construction procurement manager
- Risk and compliance manager
- Construction consultant
- Roles in construction firms, engineering consultancies, infrastructure developers and government agencies
Post-study work visa
Up to 3 years
Depends on the qualification, the length of study and other Immigration New Zealand requirements.
This description is based on the official programme page, checked on 09/09/2026. Ask an NIU adviser about fees and intake dates — the programme page on the ICL Graduate Business School website