
University of Birmingham - College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
MSc Advanced Engineering ManagementBirmingham, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
29 Aug 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 10,900 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* UK students| £33,500 for international students
Key Summary
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Introduction
The Advanced Engineering Management Programme (AEMP) is delivered jointly by the School of Engineering and the Birmingham Business School, combining the expertise and strengths of both schools to offer a high-quality, distinctive and flexible course.
The programme introduces core management concepts in semester one before you select one of four specialist pathways in semester two. You also have the opportunity to choose a mixed pathway route, tailoring the course to your requirements.
Specialist pathways
- Construction Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Systems Management
Why study this course?
- Study in our new state-of-the-art School of Engineering building which includes a 179-capacity Design Centre and 160 drop-in study spaces throughout the building providing flexible learning.
- Developed to address the challenges faced by engineering graduates who move into general management or senior specialist roles, this innovative new programme will allow students to draw on the specialist expertise of both Birmingham Business School and the School of Engineering within the University of Birmingham.
- The flexibility this programme offers will allow students to specialise in a pathway most suited to their skills and career aspirations, or undertake a generalist route that will instil a broader insight into engineering management.
- Birmingham Business School is a global centre of teaching and research excellence, holding the ‘Triple Crown’ of international accreditations: AMBA, EQUIS and the AACSB.
- The MSc programmes in the School of Engineering are rooted in high-quality teaching and learning through enquiry-based and independent study, producing high-calibre graduates equipped with the skills to excel in technical management.
- Students will benefit from our established links with industry, which can be utilised during the dissertation projects and form a solid networking base for prospective careers.
Accredited degree
This degree programme is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council, as meeting the academic requirement for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.
Curriculum
This programme is a 1-year full-time taught master's degree (180 credits) consisting of 120 credits of taught modules and a 60 credit research project.
The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.
Core modules
Module Title
- Dissertation
- LM Marketing and Financial Management
- LM Organisational and Operations Management
- LM Strategic Innovation Management
Optional modules
Select three 20 credit modules, examples of options below:
Module Title
- Construction Management
- Engineering Production and Risk Management in Construction
- Sustainable Construction
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
As a graduate of Advanced Engineering Management you'll be well prepared to begin your career in a variety of related fields, playing a leading role in a professional capacity in both the civil engineering and building industries.
Program delivery
Jointly delivered by the School of Engineering and Birmingham Business School, you'll be taught through a combination of lectures and workshops before undertaking a research project in the summer term.
- Learn about cutting-edge developments in your chosen areas of interest, with lectures delivered by world-leaders in their fields
- Receive tailored guidance and feedback in tutorials, enabling you to tackle specific challenges and enhance comprehension of the material
- Receive immediate feedback from instructors during workshops, enabling timely corrections and improving your application of concepts
- Foster independance through project work, preparing you for professional environments and ongoing personal development
- Gain valuable experience by engaging in practical assignments that simulate real-world tasks and cultivate job-ready skills.