Introduction to Construction Management
Understand the basics of the Construction Industry and how to grow your career
What you will learn
We've helped over 20,000 students
Over 94% of students surveyed say we helped accelerate their careers
Taught in consultation with industry experts
Downloadable resources so it's easy to review!
Learn what construciton management is - from the absolute basics!
Learn how to grow your career in construction management
Identify the roles and responsibilities of the Construction Manager
Understand the construction management and the role it plays in our soceities
Identify and understand the role of each party involved in the delivery of construction projects
Understand the lifecycle of a construction project
Understand what general contractors do and how they are structured
Why take this course?
So far, we've helped over 20,000 students accelerate their careers in construction management by mastering the fundamentals.
Learn the basics of the construction industry and how to grow your career in it!
The course is:
Proven - taken by thousands of students with satisfied results. Over 94% of students surveyed believed our construction management courses supported their career progression
Practical - developed in consultation with industry experts to teach you exactly what you need to know to succeed in the real world
Fast - we know you are busy, so we developed the course with that in mind and cut out every second of unnecessary information
Packed with Downloadable Resources - we offer students resources, templates, and downloadable copies of all slides so you never forget what you learned!
Contains useful templates - we offer useful templates so you can apply the skills in the real world
And we are always improving. We want to hear your feedback and we are committed to helping you on your journey. We will always respond to questions, queries, or feedback suggestions.
We are super excited to have you enroll in Introduction to Construction Management!
Learn about the industry and how to launch your career in it!
The Construction Industry shapes our society. It is responsible for developing the surface of the earth. There are tons of jobs and opportunities in this amazing industry. Our course aims to teach you the basics of the industry and what role you can play in it!
The course is broken down into four sections:
Section 1 - Introduction and Key Concepts
What is construction management?
Definition of construction management
Why is construction management important?
Differences between construction management and project management
The construction industry
The different types of construction projects
Why do construction projects fail
Section 2 - The Parties Involved in a Construction Project
Infrastructure Market
The Client
The Head-Contractor
Professional Services Firms and Consultants
Sub-Contractors
Relationships Between Parties
Section 3 - The Lifecycle of a Construction Project
How do projects get built?
Feasibility and Early Stage Development
Procurement
Design and Planning
Construction
Close-Out
Section 4 - The Contractor
Contractors and Why They Exist
How do contractors make money?
Structure of a contractor
Structure of a project team
Review and conclusion
If you're ready, let's get started!