Construction Engineering Management

Brief Introduction of Building Construction Management Department and Master’s Program of Construction and Engineering Management

Master’s program in Construction Engineering and Management is one of the internationally recognized fields, considered crucial for the country to implement infrastructure projects that require substantial investment and resource management. Therefore, Kabul Polytechnic University, as a leading academic institution in this field, established this program.

The Master’s program in Construction Engineering and Management was first launched in the year 1400 Hijri Shamsi (2021–2022) based on a needs assessment and the vision of the Ministry of Higher Education, within the Department of Building Construction Management, Faculty of Construction, Kabul Polytechnic University. In 1402 Hijri Shamsi (2023–2024), the first cohort of graduates successfully defended their master’s theses and published a research article in one of the nationally and internationally recognized journals.

This program admits eligible candidates through an open competitive process conducted annually by the National Examination Directorate. The program is completed over two to three years, and students must complete 46 credits over four semesters, including coursework, seminars, and a master’s thesis.

During the first three semesters, students are required to complete the credit hours for their courses. In the fourth semester, after submitting a proposal, they continue with their research work. According to the curriculum, students must publish a scientific article in a accredited journal before their thesis defense.

The physical resources of this program include a well-equipped construction materials laboratory, standard classrooms, administrative offices, open spaces, living facilities, and a computer lab.

Mission of the Department

The Master’s program in Construction Engineering and Management aims, in the future, to position itself among the region’s reputable universities through teaching, research, innovation, and the promotion of contemporary knowledge in construction management and engineering.

Vision of the Department

The Master’s program in Construction Engineering and Management is committed to training specialists in construction engineering management using modern teaching methods, research, innovation, and contemporary knowledge, thereby addressing a significant portion of the labor market’s needs.

Academic Staff of the Department

No	Name	Degree	Academic Title	Year of Employment
1	Amanullah Faqiri	PhD	Professor	1994
2	Mohammad Najim Wahedy	PhD	Associate Professor	2015
3	Mohammad Alim Wardak	PhD	Associate Professor	2016
4	Mohammad Shoaib kohistani	Master	Assistant Professor	2016
5	Abdul Tawab Alim	Master	Assistant Professor	2016
6	Mohammad Nasir Amin	Master	Assistant Professor	2006
7	Abdul Bari Rahimi	Master	Assistant Professor	2016

 

 

Educational Objectives and Mission of the Master’s Program

The educational objectives of this program are to provide professional, standardized, and globally recognized skills in construction engineering and management, in order to train committed and specialized personnel who can meet national and international professional demands. The program aims to cover the following areas:

• Familiarity with the foundations of construction management and engineering, while fostering an Islamic spirit, understanding of society, and physical well-being.
• Understanding modern building construction technologies and their application in solving problems.
• Acquiring knowledge for estimating costs and managing the financial aspects of construction projects.
• Learning forecasting and management of human resources according to project schedules.
• Learning control and supervision of elements required in the planning and design process of construction projects.
• Control over all aspects of the construction process.
• Acquiring knowledge to solve national-level construction project issues.
• Familiarity with sustainable construction practices and materials.
• Understanding contract management and risk assessment at different stages of construction projects.

Graduates Competencies

Graduates of the Master’s program in “Construction and Engineering Management” will be capable of teaching, conducting research, and working in complex projects, as well as in ministries and national projects that require engineering expertise. They will be prepared to take leadership roles in national infrastructure and development projects.

Expected Outcomes

• Ability to estimate and manage construction projects according to internationally recognized standards.
• Interpret and apply complex engineering drawings.
• Organize construction processes under different climatic conditions across the country.
• Develop and monitor project schedules for construction projects.

 

• Implement measures to ensure the completion of construction projects.
• Manage construction projects at all stages: conceptual, planning, implementation, control, and supervision.
• Successfully manage resources in projects.
• Complete construction projects successfully according to predefined plans.
• Ability to conduct scientific research related to the field.