Construction Management Extended Certificate Program

The certificate in Construction Management Extended provides a comprehensive, up-to-date, and rigorous curriculum covering a wide array of aspects within the construction industry and the practical principles of construction management.

Courses

5 Required

3 Elective

Methods

Online

F-1 Visa Eligible

Yes

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This program is perfect for...

Engineers and construction professionals seeking to enhance their careers with formal training in construction management

Individuals interested in transitioning into construction management careers

Professionals in the field looking to move into managerial and leadership roles

Students focusing on specific trades of the construction industry

What you can learn.

Build an understanding of essential construction materials and methodologies from the ground up

Prepare project schedules with Primavera® and MS Project® applications

Manage construction job sites from the contractor’s point of view

Create project cost estimations for material, equipment, labor and subcontracting

Recognize the legal implications of contracts from customer or supplier side

Read and interpret construction blueprints

Understand the complexities of integrating different trades within the industry

Learn modern tools and approaches in the construction field including BIM® and LEED

Master construction management with depth and expertise.

Construction managers plan, coordinate and oversee construction projects from start to finish. Whether civil, commercial or residential, every construction project is unique and requires specialized skills to advance from conception to completion.

The eight-course Construction Management Extended Certificate program provides a solid foundation in scheduling, cost estimation, materials, legality, safety/risk management, quality control and the core competencies necessary for obtaining a variety of roles in the industry, including construction manager, project engineer and field engineer.

This extended curriculum was designed to deepen understanding of core concepts and allow for specialized areas of interest, such as sustainable construction practices or advanced project management software.

Students engage in project-based learning and interactive discussions in courses taught by industry professionals, as well as networking opportunities with peers and experts in the field.

Graduates of the program have a robust portfolio of projects, a comprehensive skill set and the confidence to tackle complex challenges in construction management.

Format: Online, Live Online, or In Person. Can be completed 100% online.

This program is eligible for:

This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.

International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.

While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.

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Step 1: Enroll in a Course

Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.

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Step 2: Become a Candidate

Establish candidacy in the certificate program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and gain access to exclusive student benefits. Registration Fee: $200

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Important Note for International Students: Candidacy fees are included in your program fees and do not need to be paid separately.

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Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application and Candidacy Fee

$200

Estimated Textbooks and Materials

$1519

Estimated Program Tuition

$8796

International Student Fees

Payment Options

Eligible for VA Benefit
Federal Financial Aid is not available

Required Courses

Elective Courses

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Electives

Students must complete three elective courses from the following list:

Electrical Design and Construction

This course covers the fundamentals of electrical design and its integration with the construction of commercial buildings in compliance with the California Electrical Code (CEC) and other regulations.

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Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM)

This introductory course in Building Information Modeling (BIM) focuses on Autodesk's Revit Architecture as a platform for learning key principles in the design and documentation of building elements.

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Construction Safety and Health Management

This course is an introduction and review of construction safety management principles and practices.

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Solar Energy Power Solutions for Home and Office

This course helps individuals or organizations augment their home and/or business power requirements with solar energy.

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High-Rise Building Plumbing Design

This course explores the design of plumbing systems for high-rise buildings including pertinent components and systems typically found in such buildings.

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Transfer Credits to an Advanced Degree

Completion of the UCLA Extension Construction Management Extended Certificate equates to 12 graduate credits that can be applied toward a Master of Science in Engineering Online at University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

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