Construction Management for England (HTQ) HND

The Construction Management course will be delivered at the CU Coventry campus<br/><br/>**The course structure will allow you to experience the breadth and interdisciplinary nature of the construction industry and achieve a qualification which facilitates progression within the industry.**<br/><br/>The continuing growth of the construction industry, in order to meet local and global demand, has resulted in additional requirements for higher-qualified personnel who can deliver sustainable projects in the most cost effective way.<br/><br/>The growing construction skills shortage is a problem for the sector and its suppliers and according to the Construction Skills Network (CSN), the UK needs 217,000 extra construction workers by 2025 in order to meet fill the gaps in the industry. A considerable demand among these numbers is for Construction Managers with BIM expertise in the wider construction industry.<br/><br/>**The aim of this course is to:**<br/><br/><br/>- provide you with core skills required for a range of careers in construction, specifically those related to management and operations <br/><br/><br/>- give you the skills, knowledge and understanding you might need to achieve high performance in the international construction environment<br/><br/><br/>- help you develop an enquiring mind, and have the abilities and confidence to work across different business functions and to lead, manage, respond to change, and tackle a range of complex construction situations<br/><br/><br/>- help you develop an understanding of the major impact that new digital technologies have on the construction environment <br/><br/><br/>- equip you with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values<br/><br/><br/>Depending on the educational level at graduation, i.e. level 4 (HNC) or level 5 (HND), you are expected to have developed different competencies which can be operational (level 4) or managerial (level 5) enabling you to pursue a wide range of roles including;<br/><br/><br/>- Level 4 (HNC) Roles – Operational (Assistant Construction Site Supervisor and Assistant Project Manager): You should be able to perform key construction management tasks understand processes and operations, and work effectively.<br/><br/><br/>- Level 5 (HND) Roles – Managerial (Construction Site Supervisor, Project Manager): You should be able to increase performance through strategic planning to meet construction aims, and manage construction functions to work effectively in lower- or middle-management positions. <br/>

Studying at Coventry’s city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!<br/><br/>Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You’ll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.<br/><br/>Coventry’s Talent Team can also help you prepare for your career with everything from CV writing to securing an internship. You’ll also have access to a Success Coach who will work with you to build a personal success plan and ensure you make the most out of your university experience.<br/><br/>Get in touch today to find out more about the campus and where you’ll study!