International Construction Project Management

Synopsis

BPM403 International Construction Project Management gives an understanding of the global construction markets and characteristics of mega-scale projects. Students will be exposed to the challenges and management of international projects. They will also learn about the internationalization strategies that construction multi-national companies use to venture into markets overseas, in addition to the pitfalls they should avoid and critical success factors to succeed.

Level: 4
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: Every July

Topics

South-East Asian Markets for Construction and Projects
Asian Markets for Construction and Projects
Emerging Markets for Construction and Projects
Developing Markets for Construction and Projects
Developed Markets for Construction and Projects
Characteristics of Mega-scaled and International Projects
Reasons for Internationalization
Porter’s Diamond Theory
Dunning’s Eclectic Paradigm
Challenges of International Project Management
Management of International Projects
Internationalization strategies

Learning Outcome

Discuss the uniqueness of international construction markets
Deconstruct the challenges of construction projects in different countries and overseas markets
Evaluate pitfalls and critical success factors for international project management
Differentiate the legal, contractual and other management practices in different construction markets
Set up/ organize an international project team
Formulate internationalization strategies for construction firm to venture overseas

Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Singapore University of Social Sciences

International Construction Project Management