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.
Funding Opportunity
Save some money on the cost of the program when you register for the Sustainable Buildings course in the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 terms. Funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program, the tuition for the 30-hour course is $89.28, including fees.(Originally priced at $723.80)
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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 | $6,099 | |
| College initiative | $41 | |
| Campus resource | $122 | |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $6,307 |
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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.