M.Sc. /P.G. Diploma in Project Management

M.Sc. / P.G. Diploma in Project Management programme offered by the department of building economics is geared toward the industry professionals to gain extensive knowledge in the field of Project Management. This programme covers a wide arena of subjects matter to equip the participants with knowledge and skills in Project Management. In addition to the knowledge imparted by way of lectures, this programme emphasise on acquiring practical skills with the contribution of experienced university lecturers and professionals in the industry.

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION

Medium of instruction is English.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The course covers two academic years,

First Year :The student will follow a course of lectures including seminar and coursework which are designed to be intensive but scheduled to suit the busy schedule of the working professional.

Second Year : The students will undertake the writing of a dissertation in a significant area selected in the field of project management under the guidance of supervisors appointed by the co-ordinator.

PROGRAM DELIVERY AND SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS

Lectures of the programme will be conducted on every Friday (4.00pm – 7.00pm) and Saturday (8.00 am to 7.30 pm).

Standard mode of program delivery and conduct of examinations will be done physically at the University of Moratuwa. However, under extreme conditions prevailing in the country it may be changed to online delivery and online exams.

MOUDLE BREAKDOWN

Module code Module Title Credit Value
BE5301 Introduction to Project Management 3
BE5302 Principles of Management 3
BE5303 Project Procurement and Marketing 3
BE5304 Project Planning and Control 4
BE5305 Managerial Accounting and Finance 3
BE5306 Project Quality Management 3
BE5307 Project Information Systems 3
BE5308 Managerial Economics 3
BE5309 Operations Research and Statistics 3
BE5310 Legal Aspects of Project Management 3
BE5311 Sustainable Development 3
BE5312 Project Appraisal 3
BE5313 Directed Study in Project Management 3
Total for Year 1 40
BE6301 Research Methodology 4
BE6302 Dissertation 16
Total for Year 2 20
Total for the MSc Degree Programme 60

 SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE COURSE

Workshops and Seminars will be conducted by guest lecturers from eminent national and international professionals. A dedicated team of lecturers who are specialized in a vast variety of fields strengthens the course.

ELIGIBILITY

The selection of students to the Postgraduate Diploma leading to Master of Science in Project Management will be made by the Department of Building Economics, in accordance with one of the following extended eligibility requirements, approved by the Senate.

  • An Honurs Bachelor’s degree of the University of Mortuwa AND a minimum of one (01) year experience related to Project Management after the effective date of the degree

OR

  • Any other four (04) years Honours Bachelor’s degree AND a minimum of one (01) year experience related to Project Management after the effective date of the degree,

OR

  • Any other three (03) years Bachelor’s degree AND a minimum of two (02) years experience related to Project Management after the effective date of the degree,

OR

  • Any recognized category of membership of a recognized Professional Institute obtained through an academic route AND a minimum of two (02) years experience related to project management after the effective date of obtaining the recognized category of membership.

 

The recognition of the institution, the relevant experience required for eligibility shall be judged by the Faculty and approved by the Senate.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications for the 2022 intake is now closed. Thank you for considering our programme, and we hope you will consider applying to join us in the next academic year.

COURSE FEE

The Course fee for the first academic year and second academic year are Rs.225,000/- and Rs.125,000/- respectively. The registration fee per semester is Rs.1,500/- (First year - Rs.4,500/- and Second year - Rs.3,000/-). In addition a non refundable deposit of Rs.2,000/- (for library facilities) and an examination fee of Rs.500/- is payable at the registration.

The course fees for the local and overseas students are given below. Local fees are applicable to Sri Lankan nationals who resides in Sri Lanka. Overseas fees are applicable to Foreign nationals who currently resides in Sri Lanka under long term visa or to Foreign nationals who are willing to stay in Sri Lanka during the course of study under long term student or any other type of visa category.

 

Local Students

Overseas Students

Course Fee – First Academic Year

Rs.225,000/-

US$2,000 + Rs.225,000/-

Course Fee – Second Academic Year

Rs.125,000/-

US$2,000 + Rs.125,000/-

Registration Fee

Rs. 1,500/- per semester

(First year - Rs.4,500/- and

Second year - Rs.3,000/-).

Rs. 1,500/- per semester

(First year - Rs.4,500/- and

Second year - Rs.3,000/-).

Examination Fee (payable at the registration)

Rs.500/- Per annum

Rs.500/- Per annum

Library deposit

Refundable - Rs.2,500/- per book (up to a max. 6 books)

Non-Refundable – Rs. 2,000/-

Refundable - Rs.2,500/- per book (up to a max. 6 books)

Non-Refundable – Rs. 2,000/-

Module charges from PG research students Rs.5,000/- per credit  

APPLICATION ENQUARIES

Any inquiries should be forwarded to Ch.QS Indunil Seneviratne, the Programme-Director: isenevi@gmail.com

For any clarification regarding application and related matters please contact Ms. Indrani Wimalaratne on 0713326636 or  011 2 650301, Extension Line 7200. Email: msc-pm@uom.lk

DOWNLOAD IMPORTANT FORMS

Important forms for existing students can be downloaded from the following link

https://uom.lk/becon/postgraduate-programe/important-downloads

COURSE TEAM

Programme Director 

Ch.QS Indunil Seneviratne
B.Sc.(QS) (Hons), M.Sc.(Const. Mgt.)-US, F.I.Q.S. SL
 

Lecturing Faculty:

Prof. (Mrs.) Yasangika Sandanayake
BSc (QS) (Hons), PhD (UK) 

Ch.QS. Prof. (Mrs.) Kanchana Perera
BSc (QS) (Hons), MPhil, FIQSSL, AIQS, ICEECA 

Ch.QS. Indunil Seneviratne
BSc (QS) (Hons), MSc (Const. Mgt.)-US, FIQSSL   

Ch.QS Suranga Jayasena
BSc (QS) (Hons), MSc (Building), FIQSSL

Ch.QS Vijitha Disaratna
BSc (QS) (Hons), MBA(UK), RICS PM Diploma (UK), AIQSSL, MRICS, ACI Arb, EDA(UK) 

Ch.QS Dr.(Mrs.) Thanuja Ramachandra
BSc (QS) (Hons), MPhil (SL), PhD (NZ), AIQSSL 

Prof. (Mrs.) Nayanathara De Silva 
BSc (Eng) (Hons), MSc (Building) Singapore, PhD (SL) 

Prof. (Mrs.) Udayangani Kulatunga
BSc (QS) Hons, PhD (UK), FHEA (UK), PGCAP (UK) 

Dr. (Mrs.) Sachie Gunathilake 
BSc (QS) (Hons), PhD (UK)

Mr. Mahesh Abeynayake
LLB (Hons), LLM (Colombo), MPhil (Moratuwa)
Attorney-at-Law & Notary Public 

Ch.QS Dr. (Mrs.) Anuradha Waidyasekara
BSc (QS) (Hons), MSc (Civil Eng), PhD (SL), AIQSSL, AAIQS, SEDA(UK) 

Dr. (Mrs.) Chandhani Hadiwattege
BSc (QS) (Hons), PhD(SL), SEDA (UK) 

Dr. KAK Devapriya
BSc (QS) (Hons), PhD (Hongkong) 

Dr. (Mrs.) Menaha Thayaparan
BSc (QS) Hons, PhD (UK) 

Mrs. Piumi Dissanayake
BSc (FM) (Hons), MPhil, SEDA (UK), GREENSL®AP 

Dr. (Ms.) Pournima Sridarran
BSc (FM) (Hons), PhD (UK), MIFMSL

Mrs. Harshini Mallawarachchi
BSc (FM) (Hons), MPhil (SL). Reading PhD (SL/Australia), SEDA (UK)

Dr. Ashan Senel Asmone
BSc (FM) (Hons.), PhD (Building) Singapore, MEM, AMIFMSL, GreenSL AP
 

ENQUARIES

Ch.QS Indunil Seneviratne
Programme Director
M.Sc. in Project Management Programme
Department of Building Economics
University Of Moratuwa,
Sri LankaTel: +94-1-2650301 ext 7220
Fax: +94-1-2650738 
E-mail: isenevi@gmail.com 

Ms. Indrani Wimalaratne
Lecturer
Assistant Programme Director
M.Sc. in Project Management Programme
Department of Building Economics
University of Moratuwa 
Tel: 0713326636 / 0112650301 (Ext: 7200)
Email: msc-pm@uom.lk

Ms. W. Sewwandi Fernando
Programme Assistant 
M.Sc. in Project Management Programme
Department of Building Economics
University of Moratuwa 
Tel: 0713326636 / 0112650301 (Ext: 7200)
Email: sewwandik@uom.lk