Description

Course Name: Certificate in Construction Quantity Surveying

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/C/CCQS/V1

Duration: Three Months.

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent.

Objective: The Certificate in Construction Quantity Surveying  course aims to prepare learners with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required for cost planning, estimation, tendering, contract administration, and project financial management within the construction industry. The program develops expertise in measurement of works, Bill of Quantities (BOQ) preparation, rate analysis, cost control techniques, and valuation of variations.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Quantity Surveying: Role and responsibilities of a Quantity Surveyor, Construction industry overview, Contractual and legal framework basics, Project lifecycle understanding, Types of construction documents, Measurement principles and terminology

Module 2: Construction Materials and Methods: Properties of construction materials, Methods of construction for buildings and infrastructure, Material take-off techniques, Productivity and wastage factors, Construction technology trends, Health and safety considerations in construction methods

Module 3: Measurement and Estimation: Standard Methods of Measurement (SMM/NRM), Detailed quantity take-off procedures, Estimating direct and indirect costs, Rate analysis and pricing, Preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ), Use of digital tools and software for measurement

Module 4: Contracts and Procurement: Types of construction contracts, Tendering and bidding procedures, Procurement strategies and supply management, Pre-contract documentation and evaluation, Risk allocation in contracts, Contract administration practices

Module 5: Cost Management and Control: Budgeting and cost planning, Cash flow forecasting, Cost monitoring during project execution, Variations and change order management, Cost reporting and record keeping, Value engineering and cost optimization

Module 6: Project Management and Professional Practice: Project scheduling basics, Communication and coordination on site, Quality assurance and compliance, Dispute resolution methods, Ethical and professional standards, Final account preparation and project close-out

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions	Marks Each Question	Total Marks
1	10	5	50
2	5	4	20
3	5	3	15
4	5	2	10
5	5	1	5
	30		100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.	Marks	Grade
1	91-100	O (Outstanding)
2	81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3	71-80	A (Very Good)
4	61-70	B (Good)
5	50-60	P (Pass)
6	0-49	F (Fail)

 

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that strengthens your professional profile across borders and demonstrates your skills to employers and institutions.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Programs follow an ISO-certified quality management system to promote consistency, reliability, and a standardized learning experience.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhance your résumé, demonstrate professional competence, and improve your prospects for career growth, promotions, or suitable job opportunities.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certification from a non-profit organization reflects a mission-driven approach focused on skill development, professional learning, and public benefit.

5. Access to Learning Resources – Gain access to useful learning resources such as e-books, mock tests, assessments, and online academic support.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Each certification includes a unique enrolment or certificate ID, enabling convenient online verification by employers and other interested parties.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications may offer lifetime or extended validity, reducing the need for frequent renewal, subject to the applicable certification scheme.