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Project Initiation

  • Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
  • Course Fee:

    £995

    *
  • Start Date(s): new dates to be announced soon
  • Duration: Tuesday mornings term-time only (typically 9 am - 12 noon)
  • Study Mode(s): Short course
  • Campus: City Campus
  • Entry Requirements:
    More information

Introduction:

This course examines the development of a construction project from the point when a client identifies a need through to the development of the business case.

It looks at the different approaches to estimating costs and project duration, both in terms of capital and lifetime costs.


On this course, you’ll develop your understanding of the role of the project manager at the project initiation stage and gain the ability to analyse value propositions for different clients and the understanding of how project value can be established.

You'll also learn how to assist construction clients when identifying key project objectives, as well how to assess viability, affordability and achievability.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • provide guidance and assistance to construction clients
  • select and apply methods of estimating construction costs
  • critically appraise project viability.

A CPD certificate will be issued upon successful completion of a course.

Passing the assessed element (an exam or coursework) can also contribute credit towards a postgraduate award. All candidates seeking credit will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. If you wish to receive credit you must mention this at the time of application, or with your tutor at the earliest opportunity.

Any questions?

Contact the short course team:

Email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0)115 848 2813

What you’ll study

This course will include:

  • demand and supply characteristics
  • estimating value and cost
  • appraisal and worth calculations
  • client risk.

How you’re taught

Teaching and learning will take place using a flexible programme of lectures, workshops, seminars and tutorials.

Campus and facilities

Entry requirements

Level: Professional/postgraduate

Entry Requirements: You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.

You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.

If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.

Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Level: Professional/postgraduate

Entry Requirements: You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.

You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.

If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.

Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Fees and funding

The fee for this course is £995

Payment is due before the course starts.

The fee for this course is £995.

Payment is due before the course starts.

How to apply

Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.

You should then your form to be considered by the academic team: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk

Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.

You should then your form to be considered by the academic team: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk