Graduate Certificate in Digital Construction Management

Name: Graduate Certificate in Digital Construction Management
Price: <p>Fee type for this course: <a href='#fees-and-scholarships'> Full fee </a></p> AUD

VU course code: NTDC | Level of study: Postgraduate

Duration

1 year part time

Delivery mode

In Person

Fees

Fee type for this course: Full fee

Location

Footscray Park

Next start date

24 February 2025

Application closes

16 February 2025

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Overview

Explore the digital advancements that are shaping the building industry with the Graduate Certificate in Digital Construction Management at Victoria University.

This postgraduate management course is designed for industry professionals and can be completed part-time within a year. The course focuses on new technology and methods for managing large-scale construction projects, allowing you to upgrade your skills for the digital age.

By engaging in practical exercises and case studies, you will delve into the use of artificial intelligence (AI), 3D design software, robotics, and advanced materials to optimise construction processes. You'll also gain expertise in sustainable frameworks and methods that are crucial to meeting environmental targets for the construction industry.

You will finish this course prepared to lead digital transformation initiatives, using data-driven insights to improve project management, collaboration, and overall project quality.

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

Integrate digital technologies and innovative solutions to enhance decision-making, collaboration, cost-efficiency, resource management, sustainability and project management in construction projects;

Critically assess the sources and validity of information and use standardised processes for information management and storage that align with national codes and relevant codes of practice;

Advocate for cultural awareness, environmental and social responsibility, integration of First Nations Peoples' perspectives and respect for diversity in all professional activities; and

Elucidate the benefits and challenges of digital construction management with a variety of stakeholders to ensure ethical interactions and innovative practices for project success.
: New technologies provide a competitive edge in the construction industry, and the demand for experienced professionals who understand how to apply digital advances has never been stronger. Many firms are implementing systems to improve efficiencies and building practices, and these employers are on the lookout for construction managers who have kept up with technological changes.
In this course, you will explore digital methods for managing construction and engineering activities, including advanced decision-support technologies for infrastructure planning and coordination, Building Information Modelling (BIM), and digital 3D design software.
This learning will help you become a leader in your current workplace or apply for roles where up-to-date knowledge is required.
: This course is part of a suite of postgraduate courses in construction management.
After completing your graduate certificate you may choose to extend your learning by transferring to our Graduate Diploma in Construction Management.
Following the diploma, an additional year of study will result in the Master of Construction Management. A masters degree will put you at the top of your field with substantial professional experience and the opportunity to contribute advancements to your industry by conducting original, data-focused research.

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 Digital Construction Management, students will be required to complete:

48 credit points of Core studies.

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

This course leads to diverse career opportunities in private and public sectors. You may find roles in construction companies, institutional entities, project management companies, specialised consultancies, and trade-specific companies.

You will be qualified for a diverse range of roles, including: