Master of Science in Construction Management MSCM

Republic of the Philippines
BATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITY

BatStateU Alangilan
Alangilan, Batangas City
College of Engineering, Architecture and Fine Arts
https://batstate-u.edu.ph, Tel. No. (043) 425-0139 loc. 0118/2121
CURRICULUM
Master of Science in Construction Management (MSCM)
Academic Year 2021-2022
Reference CMOs: 15 Series of 2019: Policies, Standards and Guidelines for Graduate Programs
Curriculum Description
The Master of Science in Construction Management is designed to produce graduates

with extensive and comprehensive knowledge of construction methods and technology, as well
as improved managerial skills and knowledge needed to oversee the project planning, design and
construction from pre-design to closeout. The graduates of the program will have advanced
learnings in the use of modern tools, like the Building Information Modeling (BIM), will gear
them toward more productive careers in construction. Moreover, with the balance of technical
and management backgrounds, graduates are expected to be competent in handling, analyzing,
and solving practical problems related to construction and in addressing issues arising from the
4th Industrial Revolution.
Program Educational Objectives of Construction Management (PEO)
The MS Construction Management alumni three to five years after graduation shall:
1. Specialist. Practiced as a high-level in solving complex construction management

problems leading to improvements and innovations, while taking into consideration the
environmental, social, and economical requirements.
2. Professionalism and Leadership. Assumed leadership position in industry, academe,

government, or private sector with consideration to social and ethical responsibility.
3. Lifelong Learning. Engaged in lifelong learning through further studies, research,

certifications, promotions, and other personal and professional development activities.
Institutional Graduate Attributes (IGA)
The student should achieve at least 75% for each IGA upon graduation
1. Knowledge Competence. Demonstrate a mastery of the fundamental knowledge and

skills required for functioning effectively as a professional in the discipline, and an ability
to integrate and apply them effectively to practice in the workplace.
2. Creativity and Innovation. Experiment with new approaches, challenge existing

knowledge boundaries and design novel solutions to solve problems.
3. Critical and Systems Thinking. Identify, define, and deal with complex problems
pertinent to the future professional practice or daily life through logical, analytical and
critical thinking.
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4. Communication. Communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with a wide
range of audiences, across a range of professional and personal contexts, in English and
Pilipino.
5. Lifelong Learning. Identify own learning needs for professional or personal

development; demonstrate an eagerness to take up opportunities for learning new things
as well as the ability to learn effectively on their own.
6. Leadership, teamwork, and Interpersonal Skills. Function effectively both as a leader

and as a member of a team; motivate and lead a team to work towards goal; work
collaboratively with other team members; as well as connect and interact socially and
effectively with diverse culture.
7. Global Outlook. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of global issues and

willingness to work, interact effectively and show sensitivity to cultural diversity.
8. Social and National Responsibility. Demonstrate an awareness of their social and

national responsibility; engage in activities that contribute to the betterment of the
society; and behave ethically and responsibly in social, professional and work
environments.
Students Outcomes
The following skills, knowledge, and behaviors are expected to be attained by the students as
they progress through the program:
1. Knowledge Competence. Demonstrate a comprehensive and broad understanding of

construction management principles and apply advanced knowledge in the specific
engineering discipline;
2. Critical and System Thinking. Analyze, synthesize, create and evaluate the challenges
in construction management practice;
3. Design and Analysis. Design components, devices, and systems to meet specified
engineering needs under real–world constraints;
4. Communication. Communicate effectively the technical knowledge, both orally and in

writing, on complex construction management activities;
5. Leadership and Teamwork. Function effectively as an individual, a team member, or as

a leader in diverse work environments;
6. Creativity and Innovation. Contribute to the generation, dissemination and preservation

of knowledge, methodologies, techniques, and processes;
7. Lifelong Learning. Engage in continuous professional development and lifelong

learning endeavors;
8. Ethics and Professionalism. Conduct oneself within professional and ethical standards;
and
9. Research. Perform independent scientific research that results in innovation with

application.
CURRICULUM COMPONENTS
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A. CORE COURSES (9 units)
Course Code Course Title Credit Unit
Special Topics in Mathematics with
MSCM 501 Applications to Construction Management 3
MSCM 502 Optimization Methods on Construction Management 3
RMCM 503 Research Methods in Construction Management 3
B. SPECIALIZATION COURSES (9 units)
MSCM 504 Construction Operations and Engineering Management 3
MSCM 505 Project Cost Management and Estimating 3
MSCM 506 Construction Scheduling and Resource Optimization 3
C. THESIS COURSES (6 units)
MSCM 520 Thesis Proposal Writing with Oral Defense 3
MSCM 521 Final Oral Defense 3
D. ELECTIVE COURSES (6 units)
MSCME 501 Building Information Modeling 3
MSCME 502 Safety Management Construction Projects 3
MSCME 503 Information and Sensing Technology in Construction 3
MSCME 504 Heavy Construction Equipment & Methods 3
MSCME 505 Risk Management in Construction Projects 3
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BATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITY

The Master of Science in Construction Management is designed to produce graduates

Program Educational Objectives of Construction Management (PEO)

1. Specialist. Practiced as a high-level in solving complex construction management

2. Professionalism and Leadership. Assumed leadership position in industry, academe,

3. Lifelong Learning. Engaged in lifelong learning through further studies, research,

Institutional Graduate Attributes (IGA)

1. Knowledge Competence. Demonstrate a mastery of the fundamental knowledge and

2. Creativity and Innovation. Experiment with new approaches, challenge existing

5. Lifelong Learning. Identify own learning needs for professional or personal

6. Leadership, teamwork, and Interpersonal Skills. Function effectively both as a leader

7. Global Outlook. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of global issues and

8. Social and National Responsibility. Demonstrate an awareness of their social and

1. Knowledge Competence. Demonstrate a comprehensive and broad understanding of

4. Communication. Communicate effectively the technical knowledge, both orally and in

5. Leadership and Teamwork. Function effectively as an individual, a team member, or as

6. Creativity and Innovation. Contribute to the generation, dissemination and preservation

7. Lifelong Learning. Engage in continuous professional development and lifelong

9. Research. Perform independent scientific research that results in innovation with

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