Diploma of Building & Construction (Management) (CPC50320)

CAL’s Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) will prepare you to manage a wide range of aspects within a construction business, with crucial skills in project management, resource coordination and financial management. You’ll learn to lead WHS and risk management practices to ensure the work site is safe and how to ensure that your team members and contractors work together smoothly to stick to the project schedule and budget. These skills will prepare you for a stable career in both residential and commercial building and construction management, keeping you off the tools and future-proofing your career, working smarter - not harder.

In-demand skills you will learn:

• Lead WHS and risk management to ensure the workplace is safe and workplace incidents are reduced.
• Manage project information to ensure seamless communication across all team members to promote efficiency.
• Manage finances and costing systems to ensure projects costs are managed effectively.
• Manage the application of building codes to ensure projects meet standards.

Courses designed for success

We designed our courses to be aligned with industry expectations. We’ve consulted with industry professionals to deliver the skills that tomorrow’s workforce needs today.

Focus on the student experience

We take the time to understand your goals, providing personalised and flexible learning solutions driven by passionate mentors and support teams.

Committed to real outcomes

We’re dedicated to making a difference in our students' lives. We focus on providing real outcomes, not just a piece of paper.

Here to Support you

Our Learning Coaches

At the CAL, we take great care in ensuring our Learning Coaches deliver real support for our students. They are experts in their industries with a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience and are committed to helping you achieve your goals.

Our team of Learning Coaches are available to our students to go over specific course content, as well as being there to bounce ideas off and get practical advice from someone who has already seen it in action.

Our Student Success Advisors

Our Student Success Advisors are here to ensure that you have everything you need to be successful in your studies. They are your number one supporters, helping you with motivation, study plans and tips on productivity and organisation.

Course Structure

CAL has developed this Diploma qualification in consultation with industry experts. We’ve hand-selected these 15 units to align your skills with industry expectations.

Manage A Construction Project

• BSBPMG532 Manage Project Quality
• BSBPMG535 Manage Project Information and Communication
• BSBPMG537 Manage Project Procurement
• CPCCBC4004 Identify and Produce Estimated Costs for Building and Construction Projects
• BSBPMG536 Manage Project Risk
• BSBWHS513 Lead WHS Risk Management

Apply Building Codes And Standards

• CPCCBC4001 Apply Building Codes and Standards to the Construction Process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
• CPCCBC4053 Apply Building Codes and Standards to the Construction Process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings

Manage Contracts and Contractors

• CPCCBC4003 Select, Prepare and Administer a Construction Contract
• CPCCBC5005 Select and Manage Building and Construction Contractors
• CPCCBC5007 Administer the Legal Obligations of a Building or Construction Contractor

Manage Operations

• CBCCBC5010 Manage Construction Work
• CPCCBC5002 Monitor Costing Systems on Complex Building and Construction Projects
• CPCCBC5019 Manage Building and Construction Business Finances
• BSBOPS502 Manage Business Operational Plans

A total of 15 units to achieve your Diploma

How long does the course take?

Our courses are completely self-paced, meaning you can study around your lifestyle. Depending on the time you commit and your learning style, studying part-time could see you complete the course in approximately 16 months. You’ll have the freedom to study when it suits you with our generous 24-month enrolment period.

Generous 24-month self-paced enrolment period

• Part-time: approximately 16-18 months
• Full-time: approximately 14 months

When can I start?

We have no restrictive intake periods, so you can start as soon as we’ve processed your course registration and official enrolment form. This is typically done in as little as two business days. We also have options to start your payment plan while delaying your course commencement date until you’re ready to begin studying within three months.

Course Requirements

As part of your course, you will need to complete a workplace observation report signed by an employer along with workplace evidence for multiple units in this course. For example for the unit CPCCBC5019 Manage building and construction business finances. To meet the criteria you must show evidence of managing the business finances for a building and construction business over at least six months, including at least one building and construction project.

The following criteria must be covered:

• Manage business financial systems and processes schedule,
• Monitor and process incoming and outgoing payments,
• Manage budgeting,
• Cash flow and debt recovery lodge monthly,
• Quarterly or annual statements and pay tax and workplace liabilities for the registered business conduct a business financial risk assessment.

For more information regarding workplace requirements, please speak to our friendly Learning Consultants.

What IT requirements do I need to complete the course?

You will need regular access to a laptop, desktop computer or another device with an adequate and reliable internet connection, at least the equivalent of Microsoft Office or Office for Mac, with wordprocessing capabilities and spreadsheets and a PDF reader installed, full permissions to install and access third-party software as required. You will also need regular access to a laptop, desktop computer or device with an adequate camera to undertake.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced, so you can study on your own terms. Make your way through the units with clear tutorials, supporting content downloads, as well as regular checkpoints to test and strengthen your learning along the way.

What are the assessments?

There are no exams for the course. All assessments involve practical and job-ready applications based on your workplace or the case studies we provide. There are different assessment elements, including interactive simulation and role-play activities. These activities are conducted with a Learning Coach and may need to be completed with others (e.g. coworkers, friends or family) in real-time through Zoom or in a pre-recorded video. Video assessments allow us to assess your interpersonal skills needed for management roles. This is an innovative method to engage with your learning by acting out crucial situations you would encounter in the workplace, in a safe environment with an industry expert. You’ll be able to hone your new skills in real-time with your Learning Coach and get valuable feedback so you can confidently demonstrate your learning in the workplace.

The Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) will set you up for long-term construction career growth as a confident and qualified construction manager. You’ll develop transferable skills in project, risk, finance and contract management and be able to liaise between engineers, consultants, contractors and others working on the projects. You will be able to oversee work sites for construction and maintenance projects, coordinating site activities, ensuring that decisions and progress are aligned with the project goals and objectives. In addition, you’ll be confident in estimating project costs and managing finances across the business and be able to oversee the application of building codes to ensure projects meet standards.

With a strong foundation in construction management, some common career pathways are:

• Construction Foreman: $102,000
• Construction Manager: $108,000
• Estimating Manager: $127,000