Depreciation and Budgetary Control (C)
Learn the cost control cycle and how it fits in to the life cycle of a construction project.
Duration
2 weeksWeekly study
3 hours
Depreciation and Budgetary Control (C)
This online course is designed to help you understand Earned Value Analysis (EVA). It covers the tools and techniques of the work breakdown structure, right through to the successful delivery of regular earned value reports to aid decision-making in construction projects.
The course will assist you to understand how to apply proven methods for preparing estimates, developing and tracking budgets, and use EVA to ensure that the forecast benefits and Return On Investment (ROI) are achieved in construction projects.
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Who is the course for?
This course is for people seeking a better understanding of cost control cycle, how it fits in the life cycle of a construction project and the best ways to execute cost control for a construction projects.
Please note that the staff described in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below may be subject to change.
Who will you learn with?
Laura, a Fellow of the HEA, holds the position of Lecturer in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management, with over 10 years of experience. Her qualifications include a PhD, MSc and BSc
Dingayo, a Fellow of the HEA, holds the position of Assistant Professor in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management, with over 15 years of experience. His qualifications include a PhD, MSc and BSc
Who developed the course?
Coventry University
Coventry secured 5 QS Stars for Teaching and Online Learning in the QS World University Ranking 2020 and has received No. 1 in the world for Massive Open Online Courses in MoocLab’s World University Ranking 2021.
Established
1992Location
Coventry
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