International Professional Program (IPP) - Certificate in Construction Management Plus Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety University of Calgary (Continuing Education) - Downtown Campus, Canada

Continuing Education
International Professional Program

Continuing Education International Professional Programs are full-time, professional development certificate programs that provide students with skills sought by employers. International students in these designated programs are eligible to apply for study permits. Upon completion, students can apply for post-graduate work permits that will allow them to work in friendly and beautiful Calgary, or elsewhere in Canada. All International Professional Programs require in-person attendance.

One Year Specialization: Construction Management

Construction management is a vital and expanding field within the global project management landscape.

This program offers a comprehensive pathway into construction management. Over 610 hours, students develop the specialized skills needed to excel in construction-focused industries, while also mastering advanced project management techniques and leadership strategies.

The curriculum emphasizes key construction management areas such as contract law, cost estimation, business management, and communication, ensuring students are equipped to make sound decisions in Canadian and global workplaces. Alongside construction-specific knowledge, students gain expertise in core project management practices, including the process-based approach, performance domains, risk management, and agile methodologies, tailoring project strategies to diverse organizational needs.

Through applied courses and hands-on learning projects, students sharpen their management abilities in real-world construction scenarios, preparing them for dynamic and rewarding roles in the construction and project management sectors.

What you will learn
 

• Construction contract law: Key insights into legal obligations, contract structures, and dispute resolution in construction.
• Project management: Methodologies to problem-solve organizational challenges.
• Cost estimation and control: Techniques for accurate cost estimation, budgeting, and financial management in construction projects.
• Agile methodologies: Principles and practices for creating collaborative, adaptable project teams.
• Risk management: Methods to identify, assess, and mitigate risks within project frameworks.
• Project life cycle: Phases of conceptualization, initiation, planning, execution, control, and closing.

One Year Specialization: Occupational Health and Safety

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) is a growing field with strong career prospects due to increasing regulations, awareness of workplace safety, and the need for organizations to ensure employee health and safety. This comprehensive program combines two Occupational Health and Safety certificates with a Change Management certificate, offering a robust skill set for those looking to enhance workplace safety and lead organizational change.

The two OHS certificates lay the groundwork for careers in OHS, covering essential topics such as safety regulations, risk management, and human behaviour in emergency situations. As the program progresses, you will build on this foundation by focusing on mid-level technical tasks and advanced safety strategies. You'll dive into topics such as workplace hazard analysis, safety audits, and the creation of prevention strategies, positioning yourself to tackle complex safety challenges in diverse settings.

As a complement to the OHS training, you will also learn the various aspects of change management. This will provide the skills to lead people and organizations through transitions. The ability to guide teams through change while achieving organizational goals will make you a versatile leader in any workplace.

What you will learn
 

• Safety frameworks: Utilize OHS management systems to foster a culture of safety through regulations, enforcement guidelines, and compliance practices.
• Safety performance: Identify and assess safety benchmarks, collect data, and investigate workplace safety concerns to ensure continuous improvement.
• Human factors: Evaluate human behaviour during accidents and emergencies, considering decision-making processes, communication strategies, and adherence to organizational procedures.
• Risk controls: Design hazard prevention strategies and implement risk management programs that promote employee health, safety compliance, and organizational standards.
• Change strategies: Frameworks and tools, to plan and manage the change process.
• Facilitate change: Technique and tactics to enable change through engaged processes.