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Fundamentals of Construction Management

Foreman talking to construction worker on job site.
C&EE X 407.1

Learn the basic principles and responsibilities of the construction management team and general contractor for commercial, civil and residential construction projects.

Typically Available
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Online
In Person
Cost
Starting at $1,100.00

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What you can learn.

Define roles and responsibilities of the project management team
Identify how the teams’ roles change with each phase of the build
Compare project delivery methods
Describe types of contracts, project administration, labor relations and safety
Perform general contractor duties including estimating, scheduling and cost control

About This Course

This course covers the basic principles and responsibilities in construction management, including interface requirements between real estate, leasing, legal, feasibility, finance, lending, marketing, accounting and public agencies; defining and controlling the scope of a project; and functions of the construction manager: planning, organizing, staffing, directing and managing the other team members. Other topics include management principles, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, design, safety, insurance, construction techniques, labor and public relations.

Spring 2026 Schedule

Date
Details
Format
 
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Tuesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
407573
Fee:
$1,100.00
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UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
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Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: Apr. 5

Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 12, 2026
Course Requirements
Book: Project Management in Construction by Sidney Levy
Internet access required to access course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Mar 31, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue Apr 7, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue Apr 14, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue Apr 21, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue Apr 28, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue May 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue May 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue May 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue May 26, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue Jun 2, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
Lecture
Tue Jun 9, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 216
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Monday 6:30PM - 9:30PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
407575
Fee:
$1,100.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Remote Classroom
Updating...
Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: Apr. 5

Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 12, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Mon Mar 30, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon Apr 6, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon Apr 13, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon Apr 20, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon Apr 27, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon May 4, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon May 11, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon May 18, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon May 25, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon Jun 1, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon Jun 8, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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This section has no set meeting times.
Instructor:
REG#
407574
Fee:
$1,100.00
Onlineformat icon
Updating...
Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: Apr. 5

Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 12, 2026
Course Requirements
Book: Project Management in Construction by Sidney Levy
Internet access required to access course materials.

This course applies toward the following programs

certificate Learn key construction management topics in this fast-track program covering foundational industry knowledge.

Learn key construction management topics in this fast-track program covering foundational industry knowledge.

certificate 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.

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.