Graduate Diploma in Construction Management

Study the Graduate Diploma of Construction Management at UTS

Australia's construction industry is booming, and there's a real and growing demand for those with the skills to lead it into the future. If you're interested in built environment and want the skills to accelerate your career, the UTS Graduate Diploma in Construction Management is your ticket to a bright future.

Throughout this program, you'll get a chance to develop a host of in-demand capabilities and skills required of today's senior construction professionals. Learning from industry experts, you'll examine risk management, project management, communication, technology and more, with coursework aligned with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®). Plus, with just four more subjects, you’ll be able to complete an additional Master of Project Management.

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Graduate Diploma in Construction Management

CODE

UTS: C06126 (version 1)

CRICOS: 098505J

DURATION

1 year full time
2 years part time

INTAKE

Autumn Session - Block 2025
Autumn Session - Block 2026

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COURSE FEES

Indicative total tuition fee for domestic students
$31,640.00

LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

This program can be completed in one year of full-time study or over two years part-time. You'll commence your degree with a range of core units covering topics like regulation, communication, HR, cost planning and contract management.

Throughout your course, you'll get hands-on with the latest technologies used in the construction industry, including tools used for cost estimating and building information modelling (BIM). You'll also get to curate your learning journey through your choice of one disciplinary elective in areas like taxation, real estate, asset management and entrepreneurship.

Subjects at a glance

Core subjects

Subject Code	Subject Name
12511	Construction Technology and Regulation
12537	Construction Management
12591	Construction Cost Planning and Control
12003	Time, Quality and Risk Management
15312	Project Communication, HR and Stakeholders
15362	Managing Project Contracts
15310	Project Integration Management

See all subjects and majors in the UTS Handbook

Course highlights

As a student, you'll have the opportunity to develop an enhanced and specialised managerial skillset for the construction industry, including capabilities in risk management, communication and cost control. You'll study contract administration, stakeholder management and project integration, and get the chance to enhance your knowledge through your elective subject.

Admissions information

This course is designed for professionals seeking to transition into construction management, particularly from other built environment sectors, aiming to broaden their skill set. Choose this course to enhance your career prospects in a variety of management roles within the construction industry, including project, site, and facility management, as well as quantity surveying and cost engineering.

What sets this course apart is its integration of traditional project management principles with cutting-edge technology and an understanding of human factors essential for effective leadership in construction. You will learn from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) applied specifically to construction, covering technology, regulations, time, cost, quality, risk, ethics, industrial relations, and contract administration.

You will gain practical management skills, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and supported by case studies from industry experts. The course offers hands-on experience with digital tools such as estimating software, programming, and Building Information Modelling (BIM). Additionally, you will develop competencies in contract administration, integrated project delivery, and stakeholder management, with the opportunity to specialise in an elective of your choice.

Teaching methods include a blend of academic and practitioner-led sessions, ensuring learning is grounded in real-world construction practices. Interactive digital platforms provide a practical learning experience, preparing you for the dynamic nature of construction management.
The course aims to provide graduates with management skills relevant to the operation of construction projects. The course utilises concepts associated with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) as applied in the construction context. Key areas of construction management are covered in the course including: construction technology and regulations; time, cost and quality management; risk; professional ethics; industrial relations; communication; and contract administration. Student learning establishes underpinning construction management theory that is strongly supported by best practice case studies delivered by leading academics and practitioners, giving students access to relevant, real-world expertise that reflects the realities of today's construction sector. Through the use of digital technologies students receive hands-on experience with real-world estimating, programming and building information modelling (BIM) platforms. Students gain further knowledge in contracts administration, integrated project delivery, and communication and stakeholder management with the option to build specialist knowledge in a chosen elective subject.
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:
- Completed UTS Graduate Certificate in Construction Management
OR
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent AND A minimum of 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Construction Management AND A general capacity to undertake tertiary education, demonstrated by successful completion of general or professional qualifications
OR
- A minimum of 5 years full-time or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Construction Management AND A general capacity to undertake tertiary education, demonstrated by successful completion of general or professional qualifications
Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:
- Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  - A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  - A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  - A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  - An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  - A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
2025 Indicative tuition fees for domestic students

As a postgraduate student, you'll be responsible for covering your own tuition fees.

2025 Tuition Fee
- Indicative first-year tuition fee: $31,640.00
- Indicative total tuition fee: $31,640.00
You can choose to pay your fees upfront per session, or if you’re eligible, you can defer them using a government FEE-HELP loan. This loan helps you cover all or part of your tuition fees. Keep in mind that applications for this loan are specific to each course.

Additional Costs

Your tuition fees do not include:
- The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
- Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
- Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).
Important Information
- Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
- The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
- Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
- You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table
Alumni Advantage Program

As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program.

If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.

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