Master in Global Construction Project Management

The deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Jun 1, 2027; tuition fees are 11,900 EUR per year.

The Master in Global Construction Project Management is a master's degree taught in English at the University of Barcelona in Spain. This one-year program is for students with a bachelor's degree and helps them develop skills in construction project management. Its main advantage is that it prepares students for the Project Management Professional certification.

The curriculum covers techniques and methods like BIM, LEAN, LEED, and IPD, as well as technical experience and administrative skills. Students learn how to control all processes involved in construction project management and develop highly demanded skills in the professional field.

Graduates can pursue careers as Construction Project Managers, Site Managers, or Project Coordinators. They can work in construction companies, real estate firms, or government agencies, for employers like Bechtel, Turner Construction, or the US Army Corps of Engineers.

The University of Barcelona (UB) is a historic public research university founded in 1450, located in the vibrant city of Barcelona. With some 63,000 students and a significant international population, UB offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts and humanities, law, health sciences, social sciences and STEM fields. Its city-centered campuses combine historic buildings and modern facilities, giving students access to libraries, labs, research centers and cultural life in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

UB is known for research excellence and international collaboration, with notable strengths in law, medicine, economics and business. Students benefit from comprehensive academic support, structured degree programs, and opportunities for internships with local and international employers. Multilingual instruction and language support help international students integrate, while study abroad exchanges and research partnerships create pathways for global mobility and collaborative projects.

Student life at UB blends academic rigor with Barcelona’s cultural richness: museums, industry hubs, startups and a large creative sector provide internship and networking possibilities. Career services, student organizations and campus resources assist with practical matters like housing and legal documentation. For international applicants seeking a large, research-led European university with strong professional links, UB combines historic prestige, modern facilities and an engaging urban experience.