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Graduate Diploma of Construction Management
CQUniversity Australia, Multi-campus, QLD + national, Australia
About this program
CQUniversity's Graduate Diploma of Construction Management (CL83, per CQU's own handbook) applies project management principles across the construction project cycle to achieve successful outcomes in time, cost, quality, safety and sustainability. It is appropriate for people seeking careers in construction management or project management, and also provides valuable education for architects, builders, engineers, quantity surveyors, construction economists and facilities managers. As it incorporates the first eight units of CQU's Master of Construction Management, it is a direct pathway into that masters.
Cost & duration
English test scores
Verified handbook.cqu.edu.au ↗
Course structure
1 term of coursework
- 48 credits8 units
- Project Management Concepts
- Initiating and Planning Projects
- Leading Lean Projects
- Executing and Closing Projects
- Research Proposal
- Construction Risk Management
- Construction Contract Administration
- and Construction Technology
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
ArchitectANZSCO 232111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Full registration as an architect needs the accredited Master of Architecture plus logged practical experience and the Architectural Practice Examination, on top of the skills assessment.
Assessed by Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA)
Landscape ArchitectANZSCO 232112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an AACA assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Diploma with a minimum of 2 years' relevant industry experience; or a completed AQF equivalent 3-year Bachelor of Project Management with a minimum of 2 years' relevant industry experience; or a completed AQF equivalent 3-year Bachelor degree in a relevant field (architecture, building, construction management or engineering).
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