If you are seeking a career in construction management, and project management from a national and international construction management perspective, this course is an ideal option for you. You will also gain valuable education for a broader career basis such as architects, builders, engineers, quantity surveyors, construction economists, and facilities managers.

This course provides the basis for exciting careers as construction managers and assists with employment areas of Construction Management including Project Management principles, Construction Contract Administration, Construction Risk Management and Construction Technology.

The first four units of the Graduate Diploma of Construction Management incorporate principles of project management as it applies across different phases of the construction cycle to achieve successful project outcomes in terms of time, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability for construction projects. 

In your next three units, you will learn the construction-specific nuances of risk management and how to manage those risks. You will also develop an important understanding of legal concepts relevant to contracts and become familiar with the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act.

Your final unit introduces you to modern building construction technology with an emphasis on multi-unit and low-rise construction including material selection and methods of modern construction of residential and commercial projects including multi-storey buildings as designated by the National Construction Code for building classes 1 to 10.

Benefit from the flexibility to study full-time or part-time, on-campus or online. As this course incorporates the first eight units of the Master of Construction Management (CL82), students can pathway into the masters program.

Career Opportunities

Construction managers plan, organise and control activities associated with a wide range of building projects. Employment opportunities exist in government departments, construction, building and sub-contracting companies, federal, state and local government departments and authorities and corporations with a large building portfolio. There are many employment opportunities for construction management professionals from a national and international perspective.

Course Structure

• Core Units

  8

• Electives

  None

• Major Units

  None

• Minor Units

  None

COURSE STRUCTURE

You are required to complete eight units.

UNIT INFORMATION

For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.

CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION

If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.