AdvDip (Construction Management)

Nelson Mandela University

AdvDip (Construction Management)

Programme Overview:

The purpose of the qualification is to equip students with more advanced knowledge in the Construction Management discipline and the ability to apply that knowledge, skills and values to make a meaningful contribution to the economy and national development by ensuring optimal utilisation of resources.

Faculty:

Faculty of EngineeringFaculty of the Built Environment and Technology

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 1 year. Studies may also be completed over 2 academic years in consultation with the Head of Department.

Qualification type:

Advanced Diploma (AdvDip)

Department:

Department of Construction Management

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

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Subjects requirements:

• Diploma: Building (360 NQF credits) or a qualification deemed equivalent by the department and approved by the Faculty Management Committee (FMC). • It is further expected of students to comply with the following requirements: a weighted average of 60% in the final year of study in the diploma. Students must also obtain at least 60% for the core module (Construction Management) in the final year of study in the Diploma for entry into the Advanced Diploma programme. Alternatively: • Students obtaining (55% - 59%) in either of the above criteria must submit a detailed breakdown of two years’ proven post-diploma experience, under the auspices of a mentor professionally registered with either the SACPCMP, SACQSP, or a relevant Built Environment Professional Body), as well as periods of employment, certified by the relevant company.

Career opportunities:

Employment opportunities exist mostly with private building contractors as well as with local authorities and state departments. Graduates could also be considered for middle management in the built environment and would be eligible to register as candidate project or construction managers with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Profession (SACPCMP).

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