Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management
Qualification Type Graduate Certificate
Level 7
Credits 60
Subject Area
  • Architecture and Building » Building » Building Construction Management
Strategic Purpose Statement
Graduates from this programme should demonstrate the following characteristics: Strategic use of the underlying common body of theoretical and applied management knowledge with particular reference to construction. Strategic use of the discipline-specific applied and technical knowledge of Project Management in construction. A commitment to continued learning and professional development to remain at the forefront of the profession. The ability to work in teams in a proactive manner to produce innovative solutions to complex problems. The ability to analyse and solve complex problems and communicate their findings in both written and verbal forms. The ability to provide leadership through flexible, creative and critical thinking. An awareness of bicultural and multicultural issues and an ability to function positively in an international environment. An awareness of social, ethical and environmental issues.
Graduate profile
Graduates from this programme should demonstrate the following characteristics: Strategic use of the underlying common body of theoretical and applied management knowledge with particular reference to construction. Strategic use of the discipline-specific applied and technical knowledge of Project Management in construction. A commitment to continued learning and professional development to remain at the forefront of the profession. The ability to work in teams in a proactive manner to produce innovative solutions to complex problems. The ability to analyse and solve complex problems and communicate their findings in both written and verbal forms. The ability to provide leadership through flexible, creative and critical thinking. An awareness of bicultural and multicultural issues and an ability to function positively in an international environment. An awareness of social, ethical and environmental issues.
Employment pathways
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Entry Requirements
Candidates must meet the general, special or discretionary admission requirements, and meet the English Language entry requirements as set out in the document. See www.unitec.ac.nz for details.
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By Quality Assurance Division, NZQA
Number 113887
Status Current
Created 2011-07-20 00:00:00.0
Next Review 2016-07-20 00:00:00.0
Content
Content is centred on a common core of essential knowledge underlying Project Management in relation to the construction and property industry as a whole together with specialised professional knowledge in the disciplines of Construction Management, Construction Economics and Property Development.

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