Bachelor of Construction (Construction Management)

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Construction sites can involve hundreds of workers and millions of dollars of materials, and construction managers are responsible for managing both. The Bachelor of Construction (ConstructionManagement) prepares you with the knowledge and skills to organise and manage activities on a construction site, including gaining in-depth knowledge and understanding of managementstructures, supply chain, people, and production management. Become familiar with advanced construction management, contract law, tendering, and design management, amongst other things.Highlights:This programme is fully accredited by the New Zealand Institute of Builders (NZIOB). Graduates of this programme are eligible to become members.A good foundation for a career in construction management, providing you with the skills to undertake detailed planning and management of resources applied to construction projects An overview of all aspects of the construction industry Explore progressively more complex scenarios and projects and develop the technical skills to schedule activities and resources on construction projects Application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) processes In your final papers, you’ll undertake a major industry research project where you can integrate what you’ve learned with practical experience Relevant to your future career: Unitec’s advisory boards include experts who keep us up-to-date with industry trends and relevant legislation in the construction industryFollowing your shared compulsory papers (first 3 semesters), you’ll then choose your major/s* from Construction Management, Property Development, or Construction Economics. This allows you to get a good understanding of the general field first before you choose your directionYou can choose to get a double major with slightly more coursework (usually 4 papers, 60 credits)Lecturers with experience in the construction industry and guest lecturers who are leaders in their field

School of Building Construction