Postgraduate certificate Cost Management in Construction Projects Management

The budget of a construction project has been proposed based on the analysis of numerous factors, taking into account all the agents that are part of the project, so it is responsible for the feasibility and completion of the project with guarantee and security. In this sense, the figure of the cost manager is essential, so TECH has devised this program that enables the student to manage the budgetary control of such a project, analyzing important points to be taken into account such as: project margin, Cash Flow, earned value and earned term. In the same way, throughout the program you will deepen in each and every one of the necessary stages to carry out an adequate cost control in the project, so that the project is self-financing, thus obtaining optimal results. At the same time, the student will carry out a thorough study of the earned value and the S-curve, factors that will have to be taken into account for the project to be a success in terms of time and cost. All this knowledge will make the profile of the professional more valuable within this labor market, TECH's maxim in the promotion of talent.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

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Syllabus

The syllabus of this Postgraduate certificate comprises a structured program based on the requirements of construction project cost management with a focus on all related budgets to make it feasible. Thus, through a complete tour along a quality and up-to-date content, prepared by experts, the students will achieve the proposed objectives, obtaining a professional and personal growth that will allow them to carry out the indicated functions.

You will deepen your financial knowledge on specific project parameters such as: NPV, IRR and Payback, the mastery of which will make you stand out in the industry"

Syllabus

The Postgraduate certificate in Cost Management in Construction Projects Management of TECH Global University is an intensive program that prepares the student to master all the aspects surrounding the correct budgetary management of construction projects.

The content of the Postgraduate certificate is designed to promote the development of managerial and administrative competencies that allow for more rigorous decision making in uncertain environments, facing the business challenges that may arise.

Throughout 150 hours of preparation, the student analyzes a multitude of practical cases through individual and teamwork. It is, therefore, an authentic immersion in real business situations.

In this way, this Postgraduate certificate deals in depth with the requirements of the construction world through the management of the costs of its projects, responsible for an optimal result and in line with the agreed budget. Thus, it is designed to specialize professionals in the business environment in order to orient them towards this sector from a strategic, international and innovative perspective.

A plan designed for the student, focused on their professional improvement that prepares them to achieve excellence in the field of management and business administration in this sector. A program that understands your needs and those of your company through innovative content based on the latest trends, and supported by the best educational methodology and an exceptional faculty, which will provide you with the skills to efficiently manage today's construction projects at a superior level.

This Postgraduate certificate takes place over 6 weeks, and it consists of 1 module:

Module 1. Project Management in Projects: Cost Management

Where, When and How is it Taught?

TECH offers the student the possibility of taking this Postgraduate certificate in Cost Management in Construction Projects Management in a completely online way. Throughout the 6 weeks of training, you will be able to access all the contents of this program at any time, allowing you to self-manage your study time.

Module 1. Project Management in Projects: Cost Management

1.1. Cost Control: Project Margin

1.1.1. Project Costs
1.1.2. Initial Margin Calculation
1.1.3. Financial Control

1.2. Cost Control: Cash Flow

1.2.1. Project Cash - Flow Analysis
1.2.2. Production
1.2.3. Factors

1.3. Estimation of Activity Costs

1.3.1. Cost Estimation Techniques
1.3.2. Factors in Favor and Against the Estimation of Activities
1.3.3. Aspects to be Taken into Account in Cost Estimates

1.4. Control and Management of Earned Project Value

1.4.1. Basics of Earned Value
1.4.2. Processes
1.4.3. Control and its Importance in the Project

1.5. Control and Management of Earned Project Term

1.5.1. Basics of Earned Term
1.5.2. Processes
1.5.3. Control and its Importance in the Project

1.6. Project Cost Management

1.6.1. Plan
1.6.2. Cost Estimates
1.6.3. Determination of the Budget

1.7. Project Cost Analysis

1.7.1. Cost Control
1.7.2. Production Control
1.7.3. Cost Analysis vs. Production

1.8. S-curve Management in the Project

1.8.1. Fundamentals of the S-curve
1.8.2. Processes for Management
1.8.3. Importance of the S-curve

1.9. Control and Elaboration of the S-curve in the Project

1.9.1. Production
1.9.2. Monitoring
1.9.3. Control and Deviations

1.10. Project Financial Study

1.10.1. NPV- Net Present Value
1.10.2. IRR-Internal Rate of Return on Project
1.10.3. Payback-Recovery Period

You will have online access to high impact contents specially designed to train you in schedule management in project management"

Teaching Objectives

The main objective of this TECH Postgraduate certificate is that professionals acquire the necessary knowledge to manage the costs of construction projects, taking into consideration all the necessary aspects for a successful management in line with the fulfillment of the agreed budgets. For this purpose, TECH has developed a quality content designed based on the latest premises of the profession that will enable the student to practice in this environment with a greater margin of success.

You will learn all about the S-curve and develop processing and analysis skills alongside industry experts with extensive backgrounds"

Your objectives are those of TECH.
TECH works together to help you achieve them.

The Postgraduate certificate Cost Management in Construction Projects Management will train you to:

In-depth breakdown of guarantees, disputes and insurance in the construction industry
Mastery of project management in a global manner
Cost, time and resources analysis
Solid knowledge of the integration phases of a project
Project management with a global interdepartmental vision
Ability to analyze the earned value of projects
Ability to manage costs in a project
Analysis of cost control steps
Mastery of financial terms such as Cash - Flow, Project Margin and Earned Value
Detailed knowledge about the S-curve
S-curve development and analysis capability
In-depth financial knowledge on specific project parameters such as: NPV, IRR and PayBack

Postgraduate Certificate in Cost Management in Construction Projects Management

The correct management of costs in construction projects is essential to ensure their success. With the aim of training professionals in the sector in this essential task, TECH Global University has developed a specialized program of Postgraduate Certificate in Cost Management in Construction Projects Management. In this course, participants will be able to acquire the necessary knowledge to effectively plan costs, identify the factors that affect the budget and control project expenditure. It will also address the optimization of available resources to maximize project profitability, and provide tools for financial decision making.

This course program is designed for those who want to learn how to optimize the use of available resources to maximize project profitability.

This program of Postgraduate Certificate in Cost Management in Construction Projects Management is aimed at professionals in the construction sector who wish to improve their skills and tools to effectively manage the costs of the projects in which they participate. In addition, the course is of great interest to those professionals seeking to update their knowledge in an increasingly changing and demanding environment. With this course, participants will be able to develop key skills such as analytical skills, strategic planning and decision making, among others, to successfully face the challenges posed by today's construction sector. In short, this training program offers a unique opportunity to improve the competitive capacity of professionals in the construction sector and to enhance the success of the projects in which they participate.