Print this page Management Fundamentals in the Construction Industry
Course Outline
An essential understanding of business and project management is an integral part of any professional practice. In this course, we will review legal entities, management concepts, and project delivery methods. In addition, we will examine industry standard depreciation methods, financial statements and code of ethics.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for licensed engineers, architects, contractors and land surveyors who are interested in improving their practice.
Learning Objective
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Legal entities for professional business;
- Common project delivery methods;
- Balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements;
- Be aware of the common faults in general writing; and
- IRS-approved depreciation methods.
Course Content
In this lesson, you are required to download and study the following publication:
Construction Fundamentals - Management Concepts (PDF)
Course Summary
This course provides a review of the legal, financial and ethical aspects of operating a construction related business. By understanding the fundamental concepts described in this course, you will be able to improve the business side of your practice more effectively.
Related Links
For additional technical information related to this subject, please visit the following websites or web pages:
Project Management 101
Construction Contract Basics
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content you need to take a quiz to
DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDHonline.org or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered professional engineer. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.
