Cmb Master Thesis Award

Instructions in English

The Cmb Master Thesis Award recognizes outstanding master’s theses within the field of Construction Management. The award is presented to the thesis that, in an exemplary way, contributes to the development of the construction and real estate industry by combining academic excellence with practical relevance.

The purpose of the award is to highlight new perspectives, ideas, and solutions from the next generation of industry professionals, and to showcase master’s theses that can contribute to the future of leadership and management within the sector.

The winning contribution will receive a diploma and a scholarship.

Who can apply?

Students in the final year of the Design and Construction Project Management (DCPM) master's programme at Chalmers University of Technology are eligible to have their master's thesis evaluated as part of the Cmb Master Thesis Award.

Evaluation

Submitted theses will be evaluated based on their relevance to the industry, analytical quality, and ability to connect theory and practice. The thesis should:

• Clearly demonstrate the importance of management and/or leadership and analyse its impact on the chosen research problem.
• Contribute ideas, insights, or findings that promote sustainable development.
• Demonstrate a forward-looking perspective by presenting new solutions, approaches, or insights relevant to the industry.

Process

Master’s theses and accompanying materials must be submitted no later than 31 July 2026.

The winners will be recognized at an award ceremony on 22 October 2026. To be eligible to receive the award, the winner(s) must be able to attend the ceremony in person.

Submit your application

The application must include:

• The master’s thesis in PDF format
• PPT-slides from the presentation in PDF format

→ Submit all materials to carina.bohm@cmb-chalmers.se