Program Overview

Graduate Diploma in Construction Management

The Graduate Diploma in Construction Management is a postgraduate program designed to develop advanced practical skills in construction management, focusing on sustainable building practices and emerging technologies.

Overview

This one-year full-time program is part of a series of postgraduate courses aimed at preparing future leaders in building and civil engineering projects. Students will engage in case studies and practical exercises to learn how to plan projects from start to finish, considering factors such as risk, quality, safety, and cultural and environmental impact.

Learning Outcomes

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

• Exhibit advanced project management knowledge, including established theories and recent advancements, to ensure efficient, sustainable, and high-quality construction project completion
• Implement construction project management principles and practices in new or complex environments, incorporating innovative solutions and contemporary technologies
• Critically assess the sources and validity of information and use standardized processes for information management and storage that align with national codes and relevant standards of practice
• Advocate for cultural awareness, environmental and social responsibility, integration of First Nations Peoples' perspectives, and respect for diversity in all professional activities
• Exemplify professional integrity and leadership by collaborating effectively and ethically within multidisciplinary teams

Progress to a Master's Degree

This course is part of a suite of postgraduate courses in construction management. By studying an additional year towards the Master of Construction Management, students will gain substantial professional experience and have the opportunity to contribute advancements to their field by conducting original, data-focused research.

Focus on Environmental Sustainability

The construction industry must transition to green building practices to meet national and global sustainability targets. During their study, students will come to understand the barriers to sustainable construction in the infrastructure sector and the management and communication skills needed to overcome them.

Entry Requirements

To be considered for postgraduate study, applicants will need to have specific academic qualifications. We also consider non-academic research and work experience for our research candidates.

Entry Criteria

• Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline
• Completion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar discipline
• Applicants without an undergraduate qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate based on approved work experience
• IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking)

Special Entry Programs

If applicants are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic, or cultural background, they may be eligible for one of our special admission programs.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are the abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviors needed to meet the learning outcomes of the course. Students should carefully consider the inherent requirement statement as a guide for their learning during the course.

Course Structure

To attain the Graduate Diploma in Construction Management, students will be required to complete 96 credit points of Core studies.

Units

The following units are part of the course structure:

• Construction Project Management
• Risk Management and Decision Making
• Quantity Surveying, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning
• System Dynamics Modelling in Construction
• Strategic Construction Procurement
• Advanced Construction Technology
• Sustainable Infrastructure Construction and Management
• Advanced Digital Construction

Fees & Scholarships

As an international student at Victoria University, students will be required to pay their tuition fees up front each semester.

Fees

• Fee type: International
• Fees for full-time international student (2024): AU$18,200 per semester

Scholarships

Every year, Victoria University awards hundreds of scholarships, worth millions of dollars combined, to students at all levels of study. Our scholarships support marginalized groups and reward high achievers for their hard work and perseverance.

Careers

This graduate diploma prepares students for roles in construction companies, institutional entities, project management companies, quantity surveying companies, specialized consultancies, and trade-specific companies. Students will gain a transferable skillset highly valued across management consulting, finance, business analysis, project management, and many other fields.

Career Opportunities

On graduation, students will be ready to pursue diverse career opportunities across both private and public sectors, including:

• Construction manager
• Contract administrator
• Estimating and planning manager
• Operations manager
• Procurement and contracts specialist
• Project manager
• Property developer
• Quantity surveyor
• Acoustical consultant
• Building code and access consultant
• Building construction supervisor
• Building surveyor
• Business analyst
• Business development manager
• Capital projects manager
• Commercial manager
• Site manager

Related Courses

• Graduate Certificate in Construction Management
• Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Construction Management
• Graduate Certificate in Digital Construction Management
• Master of Construction Management
• Bachelor of Building Surveying
• Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)
• Master of Engineering
• Master of Project Management
• Master of Research