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 (4.00 pm – 8.00 pm) and Saturday (8.00 am to 8.30 pm).

The lectures will be conducted online and the  conduct of examinations will be done physically at the University of Moratuwa.

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 Honours 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

COURSE FEE

The Course fees 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/-, and a refundable deposit of Rs.2,500/- per book (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 Students: Local fees are applicable to Sri Lankan nationals who hold Sri Lankan citizenship.

Overseas Students: Overseas fees are applicable to Foreign nationals. Please note that the visa, travel and logistics arrangements for attending examinations in Sri Lanka are the responsibility of foreign nationals.

	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.3,000/- and Second year - Rs.3,000/-).	Rs. 1,500/- per semester (First year - Rs.3,000/- 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 (Not applicable for MSc/PG. Dip. in PM students)	Rs.7,500/- per credit

 

DETAILS OF SELECTED CANDIDATES AND WAITING LIST

Please refer to the following table for details of the selected and shortlisted candidates on waiting list

List of Selected Candidates	Names of the selected candidates (subject to the confirmation by the Senate of University of Moratuwa) are given in the list. You should have received an email with further details of registration, by now. Please check your emails and read the instructions carefully. Please note that the registration fees, course fees, examination fees and library deposits must be made on or before Friday, 05 April 2024 to confirm your place. Unconfirmed places by 05th  April 2024 would be offered to the candidates in the waiting list. If you name appears in the selected list and has not received an email from msc-pm@uom.lk please notify us by email ASAP.	[Download the Selected List]
Waiting List of Candidates	Names of the candidates who are in the waiting list (subject to the confirmation by the Senate of University of Moratuwa) is given in this document. Vacancies will be filled according to the order given in this list after 09th  April 2024. We will contact you after 09th  April 2024.	[Download the Waiting List]
Applicant’s whose names are not in the above 2 lists	Thank you for applying for the MSc in Project Management 2024/2025 intake. We really appreciate your interest in joining the programme and thank you for the time spent in applying. This time we had received many applications. We carefully reviewed all of them.  On close scrutiny, we have to inform you that this time we won’t be able to consider your application for the 2024/2025 intake. We hope you will apply for the programme again in the future. We wish you success in your future personal and professional endeavors.

APPLICATION ENQUIRIES

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

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

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, F.I.Q.S.SL, AIQS, ICEECA 

Ch.QS. Indunil Seneviratne
BSc (QS) (Hons), MSc (Const. Mgt.)-US, F.I.Q.S.SL

Ch.QS Dr. Suranga Jayasena
BSc (QS) (Hons), MSc (Building), F.I.Q.S.SL, PhD (SL)

Ch.QS Vijitha Disaratna
BSc (QS) (Hons), MBA(UK), RICS PM Diploma (UK), A.I.Q.S.SL, MRICS, ACI Arb, EDA(UK) 

Ch.QS Dr.(Mrs.) Thanuja Ramachandra
BSc (QS) (Hons), MPhil (SL), PhD (NZ), A.I.Q.S.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 Prof. (Mrs.) Anuradha Waidyasekara
BSc (QS) (Hons), MSc (Civil Eng), PhD (SL), A.I.Q.S.SL, 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) 

Dr. (Mrs.) Thrusha Ranadewa
BSc (QS) Hons, PhD (SL) 

ENQUIRIES

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 

 

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