Master Of Engineering Management

This subject provides students with the opportunity to develop specialised knowledge of research methods and principles, to demonstrate initiative and personal autonomy in the planning of their capstone project with a high degree of independence and accountability. Students learn about different research designs that can be used to execute a research-based project, including an understanding of qualitative research approaches, research design, sources of data, data collection and management, research ethics, and data analysis. The subject provides students with skills and knowledge for analysing and solving problems, and enhanced written and oral communication skills. With the guidance of their academic supervisor/lecturer and drawing on the knowledge and skills developed during the course, students identify a significant problem and/or need that is encountered in the management of engineering projects to formulate a relevant research question. Students are accountable for planning a substantial research-based project within the given resource and time constraints, including completing a literature review and analysing knowledge gaps, defining a research question relevant to engineering management, accounting for research ethics and academic integrity, and preparing a project proposal in preparation for their Engineering Management Capstone Project (i.e., the ENG4015.10 subject). Students complete structured tasks and engage in discussions with their academic supervisor and peers throughout the semester to ensure the exchange of regular feedback on planning and progress.