| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-26 | - |
| 2024-07-15 | - |
| 2025-03-03 | - |
| 2025-07-21 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Infrastructure Asset Management (MInfraAssetMgt) equips students with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage infrastructure assets throughout their lifecycle. The program offers various pathways, including specializations in Strategic Asset Management and Planning and Network Management and Systems. Graduates are prepared for careers in government agencies, private consultancies, and infrastructure-related organizations, ensuring the longevity and efficiency of our infrastructure systems.
Program Outline
Degree Overview
Master of Infrastructure Asset Management (MInfraAssetMgt)
Overview
The Master of Infrastructure Asset Management (MInfraAssetMgt) is a postgraduate programme designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and expertise necessary to effectively manage infrastructure assets in Aotearoa New Zealand. The dynamic and growing field of Infrastructure Asset Management necessitates professionals who can ensure the longevity and efficiency of our infrastructure systems. The MInfraAssetMgt provides a comprehensive education in this field, preparing graduates for successful careers in a vital sector of the economy.
Objectives
The specific objectives of the MInfraAssetMgt are:
- To equip graduates with the technical and managerial skills required to effectively manage infrastructure assets across their entire life cycle.
- To provide students with a strong understanding of the principles and practices of asset management, including risk assessment, financial analysis, and performance measurement.
- To foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling graduates to make informed decisions and adapt to the evolving needs of the infrastructure sector.
- To cultivate a deep understanding of the social, environmental, and economic implications of infrastructure management, ensuring responsible and sustainable practices.
- To prepare graduates for diverse career paths in infrastructure asset management, including roles in government agencies, private consultancies, and infrastructure-related organizations.
Program Description
The MInfraAssetMgt is a versatile programme offered with various pathways to cater to diverse academic backgrounds and career goals. Students can choose between taught and research pathways, with durations of 120 or 180 points. Additionally, two optional specializations are available:
- Strategic Asset Management and Planning: This specialization focuses on the high-level planning and investment strategies associated with infrastructure development.
- Network Management and Systems: This specialization emphasizes the application of technical tools and software systems for the analysis and management of infrastructure networks, such as electricity grids, water systems, and transportation networks. The general option combines elements from both specializations, providing a broad and adaptable foundation in infrastructure asset management.
Outline
Programme Structure
The MInfraAssetMgt comprises eight pathways, each tailored to the specific academic background, career aspirations, and technical expertise of the student. The selection of a pathway depends on the individual's qualifications and desired specialization.
Pathway Options:
- Taught 120 points
- Research 120 points
- Taught 180 points
- Research 180 points
- Taught 120 points - Strategic Asset Management and Planning
- Research 120 points - Strategic Asset Management and Planning
- Taught 180 points - Strategic Asset Management and Planning
- Research 180 points - Strategic Asset Management and Planning
- Taught 120 points - Network Management and Systems
- Research 120 points - Network Management and Systems
- Taught 180 points - Network Management and Systems
- Research 180 points - Network Management and Systems
Compulsory Courses
All students enrolled in the MInfraAssetMgt must complete the following compulsory courses:
- CIVIL 765 Infrastructure Asset Management
- ENGGEN 726 Climate Adaptation of Infrastructure
Research Project or Thesis
Taught pathways offer an optional research project that allows students to apply their theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, building confidence and experience in the field. The research project typically takes the form of:
- ENGGEN 792 Research Project
- ENGGEN 794 Research Project
Taught 120 Points Pathway
Students in the 120-point taught pathway must complete the following combination of courses:
- 30 points from:
- CIVIL 703 Project Management
- CIVIL 716 Engineering Risk Management
- CIVIL 729 Humanitarian Engineering
- DISMGT 701 Disaster Risk Management
- DISMGT 703 Disaster Management and Resilience
- ENERGY 722 Energy Technology
- ENGGEN 769 Research Methods for Engineers
- ENGSCI 755 Decision Making in Engineering
- ENVENG 701 Urban Stormwater Management
- ENVENG 702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa
- ENVENG 750 Advanced Sustainability Engineering
- At least 30 points from:
- COMPSCI 752 Big Data Management
- ENVMGT 741 Social Change for Sustainability
- ENVSCI 711 Assessing Environmental Effects
- GEOG 712 Land, Place and Culture
- GEOG 714 Mobilities and Wellbeing
- GLMI 705 People, Performance and Well-being
- GLMI 706 Working in an Age of Uncertainty
- GLMI 708 Critical, Creative and Strategic Thinking
- LAWENVIR 723 Climate Change Law
- LAWPUBL 745 Special Topic: Constitution and Custom in the South Pacific
- LAWPUBL 749 Special Topic: Indigenous Persons: Law and Policy
- POPLHLTH 717 Health and Society
- POPLHLTH 725 Environmental Health
- POPLHLTH 726 Health Protection
- POPLHLTH 760 Principles of Public Health
- STATS 707 Computational Introduction to Statistics
- STATS 721 Foundations of Stochastic Processes
- STATS 727 Foundations of Applied Time Series Analysis
- URBPLAN 701 Urban Planning Contexts
- URBPLAN 703 Urban Planning and the Environment
- Up to 45 points from:
- CIVIL 716 Engineering Risk Management
- CIVIL 766 Road Asset Management
- DISMGT 701 Disaster Risk Management
- DISMGT 703 Disaster Management and Resilience
- ENVENG 701 Urban Stormwater Management
- ENVENG 702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa
- ENVENG 750 Advanced Sustainability Engineering
Taught 180 Points Pathways
Students in both the 180-point taught pathways must complete the following combination of courses:
- 45 points from:
- CIVIL 703 Project Management
- CIVIL 716 Engineering Risk Management
- CIVIL 729 Humanitarian Engineering
- CIVIL 731 Water Resources Modelling
University of Auckland Summary
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Entry Requirements:
- Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
- You must have completed a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 120 points above Stage III.
- You must have completed a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 120 points above Stage III.
- You must have completed a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II. Note: Relevant subjects include applied science, engineering, information technology, science, or technology.
- You must have completed a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II. Note: Relevant subjects include applied science, engineering, information technology, science, or technology.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
- Score required 5
- No bands below 6.0. See alternative English language requirements
