Construction Site Management

UCCA BPO OAD Programme

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The Occupational Associate Degree Programme in Construction Site Mangement is designed to provide training and certification to persons operating at or who intends to operate at the lower to middle management levels of the Construction Industry.

The programme contents will expose participants to the technical, operational processes and managerial competencies required to manage construction sites activities of small and medium construction projects and related activities in areas such as, occupational health and safety in construction, drawing technologies, erecting structures – concrete and wooden, Geometric drawings, contract development, project management, steel fixing, building finishes, and more.

Upon completion of this programme graduates should be able to:

  • Manage small to medium construction sites projects
  • Meet project targets and schedules
  • Make decisions and judgment within scope of responsibility
  • Minimize/eliminate project cost over runs
  • Maintain project within budgetary limits
  • Manage productivity issues
  • Train and develop project teams

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Click tabs below to view programme information including the application process, duration, fees and study hours.

As well  you can download programme document detailing programme curiculum to include information related to semester, course outline and assessment.

Programme Application

Registration for the UCCA Occupational Associate Degree Programme is now open and will close September 2023.

To register prospective students must complete and submit application along with the following documents

  • Tax Registration Number (TRN)
  • Birth Certififcate
  • One Passport Size Photo
  • Proof of Qualifications (CXC, NVQJ Level 2 or City & Guilds Certification)

After applications are submitted you will receive a provisional acceptance letter with instructions  on how to enrol.

Programme Duration

The duration of study is projected for two (2)  years across four administrative semesters and a summer internship/externship component.

Programme Fees

Programme fees are One Hundred and Ten Thousand Dollars ($110,000.00) JMD per year which includes miscellaneous fees.

  • Fees are payable before completion of semester
  • Additional fees apply to international students
  • Scholarships available for students sitting CXC ‘s in 2023
Programme Study Hours

Students are required to attend classes  held daily from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Please note classes are online and face-to-face depending on module.

All students are expected to complete a work internship, externship programme and this is a necessary component for graduation.