Course Code: BPM205
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Synopsis

BPM205 Productivity Management provides student an insight into the knowledge of the role of management in improving productivity in construction projects and/or at the work‐site. Major topics covered include management principles, models and tools to enhance productivity, recent management theories and techniques of construction project management, value engineering, risk management, etc. Students will also be taught to identify potential problem areas in construction projects and given guidance on circumventing or solving them. Qualities of an effective Project Manager will be identified.
Level: 2
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

  • Industrial Productivity
  • The Productivity Framework in Singapore
  • Productive Techniques and Strategies
  • Innovation in Construction
  • The Lean Approach and Project Management Institute (PMI) Approach in Construction
  • 5S in Construction
  • Kaizen in Construction
  • JIT in Construction
  • TQM in Construction
  • Value Management and Engineering
  • Organizing the Project Team and Management of Stakeholders
  • Logistics Management and Supply Chain Management
  • Collaboration and Partnership
  • Managing Construction Techniques and Methodologies
  • Managing Machineries and Equipment
  • Managing Performance in Construction
  • Measurement of Productivity in Construction

Learning Outcome

  • Identify distinguishing features of construction productivity, and relate them to the productivity framework in Singapore by analysing its techniques and strategies
  • Describe the role of innovation in construction, and the implications of Lean and Project Management Institute approaches, and the 5S philosophy in construction;
  • Discuss the importance of and contributions by Kaizen, Just‐In‐Time, and Total Quality Management to construction productivity, including the problems in their implementation;
  • Apply the concepts of value management and engineering, management of project team and stakeholders, and logistics and supply chain management;
  • Understand and apply principles of partnership and collaboration, managing construction techniques and methodologies, and managing machinery and equipment; and
  • Demonstrate ability to measure and manage productivity in construction, conduct risk assessment and apply risk control.
Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Who Should Attend

Executive who requires knowledge on construction.


Relevance of Course to employment/upskilling/reskilling

This course equips learners with practical tools and methods to improve productivity in construction projects, including Lean approaches, 5S, Kaizen, JIT, TQM, value engineering, and supply chain/logistics management. These skills are highly relevant for project management and site operations roles where boosting efficiency, solving productivity issues, and managing performance are critical. It supports upskilling and reskilling by strengthening learners’ ability to analyze productivity gaps, apply industry recognized improvement techniques, and manage teams, processes, and equipment more effectively.


Admissions Prerequisites

  • Diploma or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Please refer to Undergraduate CET Admission Eligibility Criteria for Undergraduate CET Modular Courses.

 

Schedule

WeekDayTimeTopic
1Wednesday7pm - 10pm
  • The Productivity Framework in Singapore
  • Industrial Productivity
3Wednesday7pm - 10pm
  • Innovation in Construction
  • Productive Techniques and Strategies
5Wednesday7pm - 10pm
  • The Lean Approach and Project Management Institute (PMI) Approach in Construction
  • 5S in Construction
7Wednesday7pm - 10pm
  • Kaizen in Construction
  • JIT in Construction
  • Value Management and Engineering
  • TQM in Construction
9Wednesday7pm - 10pm
  • Organizing the Project Team and Management of Stakeholders
  • Logistics Management and Supply Chain Management
  • Collaboration and Partnership
11Wednesday7pm - 10pm
  • Managing Construction Techniques and Methodologies
  • Managing Machineries and Equipment
  • Managing Performance in Construction
  • Measurement of Productivity in Construction

 

Assessments

The overall course grade is determined by

  • Assignments, Online Test, Written Exam

 

Trainer Info

Mr Kelvin Chan holds qualifications in civil engineering and extensive professional certifications in management consulting, productivity, sustainability, agile coaching, and adult education. With over 36 years of experience, he has led productivity, quality, and business-improvement initiatives for multinational corporations, SMEs, government agencies, and international organizations. He is a long-time technical expert with the Asian Productivity Organization, previously served at Singapore’s National Productivity Board.

Er Lim Yaw Shyan is a Professional Engineer (Singapore) with over 24 years of experience in civil and structural engineering across major building and infrastructure projects in Singapore and Malaysia. He holds an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering from the National University of Singapore and has held senior roles with leading consultancies and contractors on projects spanning commercial, residential, aviation, and MRT developments. He is currently Deputy Director at the BCA Academy, where he oversees academic programmes and partnerships.

Sr Dr Ting Kok Guan holds a First-Class Honours degree in Quantity Surveying, postgraduate qualifications in project management and business administration, and a Doctor of Education from NIE-NTU. He has extensive experience across industry and public-sector leadership, including serving as General Manager of a large regional firm before joining the Institute of Technical Education in 2007. He is currently Divisional Director for Campus Development & Estates, overseeing campus operations and sustainability across all ITE campuses.


Course Completion requirements

  • Participants are required to achieve at least 75% attendance and pass any prescribed examinations/assessments or submit any course/project work (if any) under the course requirement.
  • Participants are required to complete all surveys and feedbacks related to the course.
  • The course fees are reviewed annually and may be revised. The University reserves the right to adjust the course fees without prior notice.
  • Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to amend and/or revise the above schedule without prior notice.

 

Course Fees, payment and refund policy

  International Participants Singapore Citizens (below 40yrs), Permanent Residents Singapore Citizens (40yrs and above) SkillsFuture Mid - Career Enhanced Subsidy1Enhanced Training Support for SMEs2 (Singaporean and PRs)
Full Course Fees (A) $1,753.00$1,461.00$1,461.00 $1,461.00
SSG Grant Rate (B) 0%70%70%70%
SSG Grant (C)- $1,022.70$1,022.70$1,022.70
Nett course fees
(A) - (C) = (D) 		$1,753.00$438.30$438.30$438.30
9% GST on Nett course fees (E)$157.77$39.45$39.45$39.45
SSG Enhanced Funding Rate (F)0%0%20%20%
SSG Enhanced Grant (G)-- $292.20$292.20
Total nett course fee payable, including GST
(D) + (E) - (G) = (H)		$1,910.77$477.75$185.55$185.55

1 Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.
2 Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: SME-sponsored employees (Singapore citizens and PRs) aged 21 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.

For the various payment modes, please refer here.

For the refund policy, please refer here. 

For clarification, please contact the SUSS Academy via the following:

Telephone: +65 6248 0263
Email: [email protected]