Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control, Certificate | Part time online | Coursera | United States
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About

The Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control course offered by Coursera in partnership with Columbia University introduces the types of cost estimation from the conceptual design phase through the more detailed design phase of a construction project.  

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Overview

In addition, the Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control course offered by Coursera in partnership with Columbia University highlights the importance of controlling costs and how to monitor project cash flow. Students will work on a break-even analysis of construction tasks in a project.

Skills you will gain

  • Cash Flow
  • Cost
  • Cost Control
  • Cost Estimate

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control Overview
  • Understanding Design in the Construction Industry
  • Types of Cost Estimates
  • Quantity Take-Off and Measurement
  • Pricing
  • Building the Estimate
  • Procurement
  • Post Contract and Cost Estimation within a Project
  • Construction Cost Control Methods
  • Earned Value Method (EVM)
  • Close Out Period
  • Cost Estimation in Practice
  • Project Cash Flow
  • Technology Trends in Cost Estimating and Cost Control
  • Program Cost Estimating
  • Lean in Cost Control
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Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 1 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

Online
  • Self-paced

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Beginner Level
  • There is no prior knowledge that is needed; however, basic knowledge of materials, labor productivity and excel would be beneficial.

Tuition Fee

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Funding

Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved.

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