What will I learn on this module?
You will learn through understanding the key requirements and practices related to the management of people within the context of the construction industry.
How will I learn on this module?
Lectures will be used to introduce the practices and principles concerning the management of people within the construction industry. Workshops will typically involve the use of electronic materials (such as web links and videos), presentations, and in-class discussions and games. Through these media, you will be encouraged to practice research-based problem-solving to analysis current problems within the construction industry and propose potential solutions. These issues will include construction culture or how greater collaborative working practice within the construction industry could improve profit margins and client satisfaction.
How will I be supported academically on this module?
The University’s virtual learning environment (eLP) will be used to support you and facilitate academic tutor directed learning. This will be in the form of the teaching material and supporting documents, such as research papers, current media coverage, web links and videos. You will be provided with formative feedback during formally scheduled teaching sessions.
What will I be expected to read on this module?
All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. Online reading lists (provided after enrolment) give you access to your reading material for your modules. The Library works in partnership with your module tutors to ensure you have access to the material that you need.
What will I be expected to achieve?
What will I be expected to achieve?
(SRS 0005)
Knowledge & Understanding:
Critically appraise key issues in the management of people in the delivery of quality construction projects.
Identify and critically evaluate approaches to managing and developing people to meet changing technical and managerial needs in the delivery of quality construction projects.
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
Critically examine and evaluate the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the delivery of construction projects.
Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
Demonstrate an appreciation of the cultural and ethical issues in relation to the management of people in the delivery of quality construction projects.
Perform a critical reflection on your own personal and professional development relating to collaborative team working and leadership skills.
How will I be assessed?
What will I be expected to achieve?
(SRS 0005)
Knowledge & Understanding:
Critically appraise key issues in the management of people in the delivery of quality construction projects.
Identify and critically evaluate approaches to managing and developing people to meet changing technical and managerial needs in the delivery of quality construction projects.
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
Critically examine and evaluate the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the delivery of construction projects.
Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
Demonstrate an appreciation of the cultural and ethical issues in relation to the management of people in the delivery of quality construction projects.
Perform a critical reflection on your own personal and professional development relating to collaborative team working and leadership skills.
Pre-requisite(s)
N/A
Co-requisite(s)
N/A
Module abstract
Managing a successful construction project requires the management of time, cost, quality and safety. To be able to do this effectively, a construction professional must be able to manage their most important resource – people. This module will provide knowledge and understanding to allow you to do this. The assessment for the module includes an opportunity to engage with authentic problems that exist in construction project teams. The module is situated at level 6 to allow you to reflect upon your knowledge and understanding following the sandwich placement year and ultimately prepare for graduate employment.
Course info
UCAS Code K255
Credits 20
Level of Study Undergraduate
Mode of Study 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad
Department Architecture and Built Environment
Location City Campus, Northumbria University
City Newcastle
Start September 2025
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