The assessment process is set by the Awarding Organisation (CIOB), defining the requirements learners are expected to meet to demonstrate that a learning outcome has been achieved. All learning outcomes must be achieved in order to gain attainment of credit for that unit. Tutor-led assessment should be carried out throughout the course through either centre-devised or CIOB externally-set assignments.
All completed assessments are marked internally, internally verified and subject to external verification sampling.
The assessment criteria cover three areas:
Task achievement – This is a measure of how well the learner answers the task question/questions and the identification of the important aspects of the task.
Technical content – This is a measure of how well the learner identifies, describes and evaluates the technical aspects of the task.
Presentation – This is a measure of how well the learner presents the assignment and includes the quality of the structure and paragraphing, the quality and relevance of visual or graphical content and the referencing used for quoted sources.
The CIOB Level 4 Diploma provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding for Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management. Higher education providers may consider these qualifications for exemption from certain modules within their Higher National Certificate and degree qualifications. Learners can also progress to full chartered membership of the CIOB through the Chartered Membership Programme.
For the Diploma in Construction Management, learners will complete all nine of the following topic areas as part of the course content:
- Contractual and Legal Responsibilities
- Managing the Quality of Construction Works
- Managing Health, Safety and Wellbeing
- Project Planning, Control, Monitoring & Risk
- Managing People in a Professional Context
- Organisation of the Construction Site
- Construction Project Resourcing and Cost Management
- Managing the Technology of Modern & Traditional Construction Works
- Managing Sustainable Construction
The CIOB Level 4 Diploma in Construction Site Management is designed for construction site managers working in the construction sector who are progressing into managing larger and more complex construction projects. The qualification develops the learner’s knowledge and skills to plan and programme projects, liaise with stakeholders and oversee large or complex construction projects safely and efficiently.
