To complete the 180-point MEPM programme, you will take:

• 15 points: ENGGEN 736
• 15 points: ENGGEN 730
• 30 points: Either ENGGEN 731 and 742, or ENGGEN 740
• 90 points from ENGGEN 705, 732-735, 737-739, 741, 743, 769, ENGSCI 755, ENVENG 702, other 600 and 700 level courses in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
• 30 points: ENGGEN 792 or 794 Research Project

or

• 30 points: ENGGEN 784
• 15 points from ENGGEN 737-739
• 15 points: ENGGEN 730
• 30 points: Either ENGGEN 731 and 742, or ENGGEN 740
• 90 points from ENGGEN 705, 732-735, 737-739, 741, 743, ENGSCI 755, ENVENG 702, other 600 and 700 level courses in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director

15 points
Theoretical concepts in engineering commercial contracts, how those concepts apply to the work environment and manifest in the contracts in use in the project environment. Students will study relevant case law, NZS3910, NEC3 and FIDIC.

15 points
A broad based understanding of the critical elements of risk and risk management within the construction and engineering industry. Key elements include risk identification with regard to the forms and types of risk inherent in construction. Risk analysis tools and techniques for the construction engineer, and risk response. Risk monitoring techniques, risk control and transference of risk methods. Risk within procurement, insurance issues and risk attenuation.

15 points
Studies in professional and interpersonal skills within the context of engineering and project management practice. Develops ability to critically self-assess competencies. Fosters and enhances competencies in preparation towards membership of a professional body via application of theory and exploration of work practices. Students prepare a portfolio of independent work demonstrating competencies required of a Chartered professional at an advanced level.

30 points
Comprehensive and critical review of existing and emerging project management bodies of knowledge including Waterfall, Agile, Lean and Extreme Project Management approaches. Comparison of a range of project management frameworks and methodologies for management of risk, including the applied application of a range of tools, techniques and knowledge to open-ended project scenarios.

15 points
Planning, organisation and control of projects in ordered environments. Application of project management principles, concepts, disciplines, tools, techniques and processes to the typical project lifecycle. Studies in the knowledge areas/domains defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Development of a range of skills, tools and techniques to become an effective project manager.

15 points
Application of inventive problem solving and creative thinking to formulate novel engineering solutions. Theories, tools and techniques to assist with generating innovative ideas. Techniques for improving the creativity of teams. Develops skills in the facilitation of workshops to help teams solve complex problems. Practical application of the concepts are synthesised to solve case study industry problems, and students’ individual scenarios.

15 points
Development of research methods knowledge and skills including research philosophy and design, research ethics, data collection and analysis techniques, identification of limitations, and writing up and reporting. Qualitative and quantitative research methods are addressed.

30 points
An extensive team-based project within a virtual or real-world organisation, where students will apply highly specialised theories, frameworks, and tools to analyse complex problems and develop practical solutions to industry standards. Students will formulate plans, reports, and deliver presentations that convey their findings and facilitate critical reflective analysis of their learning experiences throughout the project.

30 points
A research project which requires a student to undertake a practical application in a temporary endeavour to deliver a product, service or specified outcome. May take the form of action research, project implementation and evaluation of modern advances in project management practices, or a project management oriented case study. Project will be conducted by students working individually within an existing project orientated team.

15 points
Advanced systems engineering based decision making; complex problem framing including ontology analysis; cultural opportunity mapping; absolute sustainability analysis; risk threshold determination; temporal cumulative effects; and effective consultation. Independent research is undertaken to solve a complex engineering decision making problem.