Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management

VU course code: NTCP | Level of study: Postgraduate

Duration

0.5 years full time

Delivery mode

In person

Fees

Fee type for this course: Full fee

Location

Footscray Park

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Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management

Overview

Learn the fundamentals of project management for the construction industry, and prepare for an in-demand career, with the Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management at Victoria University.

This certificate is designed to meet the needs of current or potential project managers in the construction industry, teaching advanced principles and techniques. On graduation, you will be able to:

scope projects in various contexts
implement effective project-management processes
assess and manage risk in accordance with OHS legislation
map, develop and improve corporate governance for project stages
achieve value-for-money on diverse and complex construction projects
apply ethical and legal requirements for contract management.

The internationally recognised A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) underpins all our teaching, and we have strong industry connections for real-world work practice.

Once you have successfully completed this course, you may be able to continue to a Graduate Diploma in Project Management.

: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of key theoretical project management frameworks and processes and apply them to a range of construction project management scenarios;

Develop an understanding of projects, the roles and responsibilities of a construction project manager, recommendations, professional decisions, and communicate with specialist and non-specialist stakeholders;

Plan, construct and manage the delivery of efficient, and effective strategies and inputs over the course of the construction process to achieve value for money on diverse and complex projects in alignment with Construction Extension to the PMBOK Guide, taking into account of social, economic, & environmental sustainability; and

Conceptualise and critically apply project risk management, make risk identification an integral component of sustainable decision-making in projects and construct a risk management plan.
: Our course includes the latest project management methods, trending across the various industries.
Our lecturers are experienced project managers. Through strong connections to industry we keep up to date on current project-management requirements.
Some of the latest global trends in project management we teach include being customer-focused and agile.
: Study this course via our award-winning VU Block Model®.
Instead of juggling several units at once, you’ll complete two units over 8 weeks (full-time), or just one if you’re studying part-time.
Learning in workshop-style classes, you’ll develop strong connections with your peers and practical skills for your career.
You’ll also get fast feedback on your assignments, helping you to improve quickly as you progress through your course.
Learn more about the postgraduate VU Block Model®.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your education, work experience, current skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a different course. We call this a ‘pathway’.

For PhD applicants, we offer a related ‘Integrated PhD’ which allows you to establish relevant skills before beginning your research.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course structure

To attain the Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management students will be required to complete:

48 credit points Core units

Units

Fees & scholarships

University fees vary, depending on how much the government contributes towards course costs (if anything).

Read below to find out about the fee ‘type’, the estimated yearly tuition costs for this course, and the financial support on offer (including our generous scholarship program).

Fees

Scholarships

Careers

Following your graduate certificate, you could find work managing construction projects – or as a key player in a project team for:

construction companies
builders
local councils
transport and infrastructure developments
government contractors for major or minor construction operations.

Salaries

See average salaries for project managers in Australia in various industries at the government job-data site, Labour Market Insights:

Please note, salaries vary depending on experience.

Project managers in demand

Project management has become recognised in the past 30 years as critical to business operations. It is also now recognised as requiring significant training and qualifications. Undertaking postgraduate study will help boost your chances of securing a role in the expanding construction industry.

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