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.
What you will learn
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Tenant application, screening processes, inspections, and conflicts
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Basic rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants under BC law and dispute-handling measures
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Commonly utilized practices in records management, budgets, costing and inventory control, and performance and benchmarking metrics in the built environment.
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Rudimentary building maintenance and building inspections
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Building fire safety, security, and risk management protocols
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Ethical, cultural, and privacy related aspects of communication in the built environment
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Building cleaning and disinfection processes
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Current trends in building technology and sustainability
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Operations, project, and asset management principles to a variety of different building types
What to expect
- Theory and practical problems
- Assignments
- Collaborative learning activities
- Assessments, including (but not limited to) quizzes, tests, midterms, final exams
Admission requirements
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 in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.
Recommended Characteristics
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Interest in working in the built environment
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Working proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension)
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Ability to work with confidence independently and as part of a team
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Ability to practice cultural sensitivity and professional judgement
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Willingness to share experiences and reflect as part of the learning process
Fees and other costs
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,980 | |
| College initiative | $40 | |
| Campus resource | $120 | |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $6,104 |
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* 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.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.