The objective of this course is to explore the organizational management concepts applied in managing a construction firm and project. The course covers the identification, analyzing and design of organizational processes to achieve the organization objectives working through real world challenges faced by managers in construction industry.

On completion of this course, the students would be able to:

• Apply basic knowledge of organization strategies, structure, culture, and leadership skills to manage the firm and projects.
• Analyze and solve problems related with organizational management issues in construction firms and projects.

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 I.     Organizational Development Strategy for Construction Organizations

1. Strategy Planning, Formulation and Implementation
2. Organizational Structures for construction firms and projects
3. Project Management Maturity Integrating Project Management in other management systems in Project-Based Organizations
4. Organizational culture in construction organizations

 II.   Team and Leadership Development for Construction Project Management

1. Dynamics of Behavior in Construction Organizations
2. Leadership Development
3. Motivating Construction Team
4. Managing a Joint-Venture Project
   

III.   Project Management Maturity Development for Construction Organizations

1. Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
2. Organizational Project Management Maturity Model (OPM3)
3. Integrated Organization Strategy and Project Management Strategy
4. Project Manager Competency Development Framework

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No designated text book, but class notes and handouts will be provided.

1. Daft, Richard L. (2012): New Era of Management, 10^th Edition, Thomson South Western Publisher.
2. Project Management Institute (2004): A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), 6^th Edition
3. Project Management Institute (2013): Organizational Project Management Maturity Model (OPM3), 3^rd Edition.
4. Naoum, Shamil (2001): People and Organizational Management in Construction, 1^st Edition, London, Thomas Telford.
5. Harris, F. and McCaffer, R. (2013): Modern Construction Management, 7th Edition. London, Blackwell
6. Chinowsky, Paul S. & Songer, Anthony D. (2011): Organization Management in Construction, Taylor & Francis E-Library

1. Construction Management and Economics by Routledge, Taylor & Francis
2. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management by Emerald
3. International Journal of Project Management by Elsevier
4. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management by ASCE

Others: None

Lectures:     45 hours

Self-study: 135 hours

Mass Instruction: Lectures, Class room exercises and presentations

Individualized Learning: Individual home assignments at the end of each class.

Group Learning: Group home assignments at the end of each class to practice, Case Studies to enhance the practical problem-solving skills.

Case study and Home Assignments:  10%

Mid Semester Exam (Open Book): 30%

Final Exam (Open Book): 60%

“A” will be awarded if a student can demonstrate clear understanding of the topics learned in class, has integrated knowledge of the course, can apply the knowledge appropriately in the project/case study, and actively contribute in class discussion.

“B” will be awarded if a student can demonstrate basic understanding of the topics learned in class, can apply the knowledge in the project/case study, and contribute in class discussion.

“C” will be given if a student can demonstrate partial understanding of the topics learned in class, can apply the knowledge in the project/case study, and quiet during class discussion.

“D” will be given if a student demonstrates lack of understanding of the topics learned in class, cannot apply the knowledge appropriately in the project/case study, and cannot contribute in class discussion.