Online Courses Handbook 2003

307071 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Facilities Management

GradCertFacMgnt(Curtin)

Introduction
Facilities management manages the physical infrastructure and associated services within organisations to support and enhance core business processes in the achievement of organisational goals. The complexity of an organisation's physical infrastructure and the diversity of users demand formal, comprehensive, strategic and technical management. This course provides the skills, knowledge and techniques to apply facilities management processes.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Students would normally hold a degree from a recognised tertiary institution and three years relevant work experience or a minimum of five years relevant management experience. Entry is subject to approval by the Course Controller.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one year part-time with all units conducted in the evening.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

10895 v.2 Project Management 641 3.0 25.0

307072 v.1 Facilities Management 641 3.0 25.0

50.0

Year 1 Semester 2

10899 v.2 Procurement Management 642 3.0 25.0

307073 v.1 Facilities Management 642 3.0 25.0

50.0

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