Department of Construction and Quality Management

The Department of Construction and Quality Management (CQM) is a new academic department established in 2022 under the School of Science and Technology (S&T) at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU). CQM offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the fields of civil engineering, building services engineering, surveying, engineering management, testing science and certification.
CQM aims to produce graduates who have a strong theoretical foundation, practical skills, and leadership abilities. Its programmes are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the construction, testing and certification industry and its management, with the goal of producing professionals who can meet the challenges of the rapidly-evolving industry. The undergraduate programmes offered by CQM are widely recognised by the international professional institutions, such as HKIE and HKICA. On the other hand, the postgraduate programmes offered by the CQM provide students with specialised and in-depth knowledge and skills in areas such as engineering project management, construction cost management, testing science and certification management.
The Department places great emphasis on research and innovation, and its faculty members are actively engaged in research projects on topics related to construction engineering, management, and smart technology. Students have the opportunity to participate in research projects, and the Department's research outputs have been highly regarded in the industry. In addition to education and research, the Department is also actively engaged with the industry. It collaborates with industry partners to provide students with practical experience and internship opportunities, as well as to develop research projects on real-world issues facing the industry.
Overall, CQM at HKMU is committed to providing high-quality education, research, and industry engagement in the field of construction and quality management, with the aim of producing graduates who are well-equipped to lead and succeed in the construction, testing and certification industry.