Program curated as per RICS pathways and competencies guidelines
A comprehensive approach to construction management, encompassing key areas such as planning, scheduling, monitoring, controlling, project appraisal, tendering, contracts and claims management, finance management, resource management, and utilization of project management tools and techniques. Additionally, it highlights exposure to advanced practices in digital project management including Building Information Modeling (BIM), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) management, quantity surveying and stakeholder management. The infrastructure sector requires highly skilled individuals who can lead and integrate multidisciplinary teams of professionals. Post Graduate Program in Advanced Construction Management course is an industry-focused one. This course gives an opportunity to develop techno-managerial skill. The curriculum is being reviewed annually and incorporated with the latest trends and technologies in the Construction Industry. Structured internships are arranged in various reputed construction firms during the course. IIIC has a placement record of around 95% for PGPACM program.
Key Areas
Focuses on construction planning, scheduling, monitoring & controlling, project appraisal, tendering contracts and claims management, EHS management, quantity surveying, finance management, resource management, project management tools and techniques with an exposure to BIM
Program Opportunities
India’s construction industry has been experiencing robust growth in recent years. The sector is a vital contributor to the country’s economy, with ongoing infrastructure development, commercial and residential projects, and renovation work. The Government of India has been investing heavily in infrastructure projects, such as roads, railways, airports, and public buildings, creating a demand for skilled construction professionals. This boom in construction translates into abundant job opportunities across various roles and specializations within the industry.
India’s construction industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by factors like:
Government Infrastructure Initiatives: Schemes like “Smart Cities Mission” and “Bharatmala Pariyojana” (national highways development program) are creating a massive demand for skilled project managers. The construction industry is expected to reach $1.4 trillion by 2025, with a skilled workforce in high demand. Government initiatives are creating millions of jobs in infrastructure development, offering ample opportunities for qualified graduates.
Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT): AMRUT focuses on providing basic services such as water supply, sewerage, and urban transport in urban areas to improve living conditions and urban infrastructure.
NIP (National Infrastructure Pipeline): A massive ₹100 lakh crore ($1.3 trillion USD) investment plan targeting core infrastructure sectors by 2025.
Smart Cities Mission: Transforming 100 cities with technology-driven solutions for sustainable and inclusive growth, requiring skilled professionals for project management.
Bharatmala Pariyojana: Developing a network of highways and interlinking corridors, creating vast opportunities for road and bridge construction expertise.
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY): A flagship housing scheme aiming to provide affordable housing for all, requiring adept project management for large-scale development.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (US) projects an 11% growth in construction management jobs globally by 2030. In India, a similar growth trajectory is expected.
Sagarmala Programme: The Sagarmala Programme focuses on modernizing and developing India’s port infrastructure to promote port-led development. It aims to create coastal economic zones, improve port connectivity, and harness the potential of India’s maritime sector.
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY): PMGSY is a rural road connectivity program that aims to connect all eligible unconnected habitations with all-weather roads. It focuses on improving rural accessibility and reducing travel time for rural communities.
A report by Monster India suggests a 32% increase in project manager job postings year-on-year (2022-2023). Your civil engineering background combined with project management skills makes you highly employable for roles managing: High-Rise Buildings, Infrastructure Projects, Power and Renewable Energy Projects, Affordable Housing Projects, Education and healthcare, Water and Sanitation,
The Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Construction Management (PGDACM ) is a one-year program comprising of two semesters. During the one-year program, the trainees should undergo a three months structured internship.
In due course of this internship, the trainees will acquire knowledge and skills on planning, scheduling, monitoring & controlling of projects, contract management, resource management, finance management & risk management in the construction industry.
The internship for first and second batches (2018 and 2019) of PGDACM was arranged at various live projects spread throughout Kerala (Roads, bridges, commercial buildings, schools etc) of ULCCS Ltd., Terrenus, KIIFB projects and so on. The internship for 2021 (batch 1 and batch 2) was at various live projects of L & T, Sobha Developers, Colliers International and Kattera Limited located at Bengaluru, Delhi, Kochi, Chennai. IIIC has closer collaboration with the above mentioned companies for absorption of graduating students.