Building Manager (Certificate)

Diploma: Certificate

Location: Downtown

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Overview

Learn the foundational skills in building maintenance and cleaning, contracts, budgeting, building operations and technology, sustainability, risk management, as well as the communication and conflict resolution skills required of a building manager.

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	2-3 years
Hours	N/A
Delivery	N/A
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates

What to expect

What you will learn

Handle tenant application, screening processes, inspections, and conflicts
Explain basic rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants under BC law and dispute-handling measures
Apply commonly utilized practices in records management, budgets, costing and inventory control, and performance and benchmarking metrics in the built environment
Perform rudimentary building maintenance and building inspections
Demonstrate awareness of building fire safety, security, and risk management protocols
Consider the ethical, cultural, and privacy related aspects of communication in the built environment
Explain current trends in building technology and sustainability
Apply operations, project, and asset management principles to a variety of different building types

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

Students may complete the program in 1 to 3 years (maximum) on a part-time basis.

To achieve the Building Manager Certificate, students must successfully complete all nine courses for a total of 18 credits.

Students may choose to complete the Building Manager Short Certificate first, by completing the following four courses (8 credits):

BLDG 1201 Contract Law in the Built Environment
BLDG 1202 Interpersonal Communication for Building Managers
BLDG 1203 Building Service Management
BLDG 1204 Building Maintenance

Students can receive both the Building Manager Certificate and the Building Manager Short Certificate.

Admission Requirement

Program-specific

No program admission requirements.

Two courses – BLDG 1201 Contract Law in the Built Environment and BLDG 1202 Interpersonal Communication for Building Managers – have a minimum pre-requisite of ‘English 10 or equivalent’.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

Interest in working in the built environment
Working proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension)
Ability to work with confidence independently and as part of a team
Ability to practice cultural sensitivity and professional judgement
Willingness to share experiences and reflect as part of the learning process

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
BLDG 1201	Contract Law in the Built Environment	2
BLDG 1202	Interpersonal Communication for Building Managers	2
BLDG 1203	Building Service Management	2
BLDG 1204	Building Maintenance	2
BLDG 1205	Finance and Budgets for Building Managers	2
BLDG 1206	Introduction to Building Operations and Risk Management	2
BLDG 1207	Project Management in the Built Environment	2
BLDG 1208	Sustainable Buildings	2
BLDG 1209	Building Technology	2
Total Credits		18

This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and Costs

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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Technical requirement

General technology requirements for online learning

How to Apply

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Online

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Mail

Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5

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