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Professional Course for Engineers

Advanced Quantity Surveying Course in Kerala

Learn to strategically estimate, control, and manage project costs throughout the construction lifecycle. This 6-month diploma combines 200+ hours of training with industry visits, capstone projects, and placement support, at our centers in Kochi, Thrissur, Irinjalakuda, Attingal & Palakkad.

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Course Overview

Bridging Education With Real-World Industry Needs

The Quantity Surveying (QS) course equips students and professionals with the skills to strategically estimate, control, and manage project costs throughout the construction lifecycle.

It integrates advanced contract administration, risk management, and commercial negotiation through data-driven and digital workflows, and prepares you to meet global industry standards in the modern commercial and construction environment.

  • 12+ key skills & workflows
  • 5+ live industry visits
  • 10+ subject workshops
  • 2+ capstone projects
  • 5+ specialisations
  • Career placement support
Why Quantity Surveying

Quantity Surveying Is Here to Stay

Advanced Quantity Surveyors are in high demand across the globe. Through this program, you can become a valuable financial and commercial asset in a rapidly evolving industry.

1 in 5projects exceed budget without proper QS
70%+of construction firms worldwide now rely on QS for financial risk mitigation
90%+of projects globally report better cost control and value with an experienced QS team

Where Demand Is Growing

95%Infrastructure: roads, rail, and ports
90%High-tech industrial: data centres, EV, and semiconductors
85%Green buildings and sustainability projects

A Senior Quantity Surveyor typically earns a salary 40-60% higher than a mid-level Quantity Surveyor, reflecting the high value placed on expertise in risk mitigation, commercial negotiation, and strategic cost management.

What Does a Quantity Surveyor Do?

Estimating quantities, costs, and time scales for material and labour
Preparing tender and contract documents
Identifying and weighing up commercial risks
Valuing completed work, managing budgets, and overseeing payments
Ensuring projects meet legal and quality standards
Submitting regular budget reports
Course Structure

6 Months of Structured Progress

Hands-on learning with the specialized tools and advanced workflows used by global commercial teams and top-tier Quantity Surveying consultancies.

200+hours of intensive skill-building
6assessments of professional growth
1 + 1hour of theory and hour of practical daily
25+hours of project work

Plan for a minimum of 10 hours of effort a week to fully grasp and apply the concepts. Time required may vary depending on how well you grasp the concepts.

11 Modules

Advanced Quantity Surveying Syllabus

From QS foundations and international measurement standards to bills, claims, contracts, and planning.

Module 1 Project planner reviewing documents at a desk

Introduction to Quantity Surveying

  • Foundations of Professional Quantity Surveying & Cost Management
  • Future Prospects in Quantity Surveying Practice
  • Roles & Responsibilities (Pre-Contract & Post-Contract)
  • Principles of Measurement International (POMI)
  • QS Standards: SMM, NRM, IS 1200, POMI
  • Understanding Drawings & Technical Specifications
  • BOQ Structure & Basic Commercial Documentation
  • Introduction to FIDIC (Red Book)
Module 2 Engineer measuring work on construction drawings

Quantity Take-Off & Digital Estimation

  • Manual Quantity Take-Off as per SMM / IS 1200 / POMI
  • Software Overview (AutoCAD, Excel, PlanSwift)
  • AutoCAD-Based Quantity Extraction & Measurement
  • PlanSwift for Digital Measurement
  • MS Excel for Rate Analysis & Cost Build-Up
  • GCC Standard Estimation Practice
  • Measurement & Billing Support as per FIDIC
Module 3 Calculator and paperwork used for quantity calculations

Mastering BOQ

  • Importance of BOQ
  • BOQ Preparation as per IS 1200 & CPWD
  • Sections of BOQ as per POMI
  • BOQ Regulations in GCC and Middle East
  • Request for Information (RFI)
  • Finish Schedule
Module 4 Construction workers tying steel reinforcement on site

BBS Mastery

  • Importance of BBS
  • Preparation of BBS
  • FIDIC Construction Contracts and Reinforcement Bar (Rebar) Specifications
  • Practical Application With Example
  • Common Mistakes
Module 5 Printed cost charts and paperwork spread across a desk

Rate Analysis: Key Concepts & Applications

  • Importance of Rate Analysis
  • Practical Application and Case Studies
  • Tips and Best Practices
Module 6 Laptop showing charts and estimate data

Estimation Essentials

  • Purpose of Estimating and Costing
  • Data Required for Estimation and Costing
  • Work Charged Establishment
  • Detail & Abstract Estimates of Buildings
Module 7 Colleagues checking billing notes beside their laptops

Bills in Construction

  • Overview of RA Bill
  • Procedure for Preparing / Checking RA Bills
  • Payment Certificate (Interim Payment Certificate - IPC)
  • Deductions & Retention Money
  • Key Documents Required With RA Bill
  • RA Bill vs. Advance Bill & Final Bill
  • Commonly Used RA Bill Format (Structure)
  • Procedure for Advance Bill Preparation
  • Key Components of Final Account
  • Common Mistakes in Bill Preparation
Module 8 Statue of Lady Justice holding scales

Variations & Claims in Construction

  • Understanding Variations and Common Issues
  • Root Cause Analysis and Common Issues
  • Claims and Dispute Resolution
  • Valuation Techniques
Module 9 Person signing a contract with a pen

Tendering, Contracts & Contract Administration

  • Tendering Fundamentals
  • Types of Tendering Procedures
  • Understanding Construction Contracts
  • Types of Construction Contract
  • Contract Conditions & Standards
  • Contract Administration & Legal Aspects
Module 10 Screen showing project performance charts

Project Planning & Control Using P6 / MSP

  • Importance of Project Planning
  • Planning Concepts
  • Key Tools & Features in P6 / MSP
  • Importance of P6 / MSP for QS & GCC Projects
  • Planning Integration With Cost & Billing
Module 11 Students attending a career session at CORE Institute

Quantity Surveying Overview

  • Core QS Functions (End-to-End)
  • QS Practices in GCC & Other Countries
  • Practical Quantity Surveying & Industry Applications
  • Interview Preparation
  • Course Recap & Career Guidance

Specialisations & Capstones

Choose from 5+ specialisations and 2+ capstone projects to match your career aspirations.

  • Infrastructure Quantity Surveying
  • BOQ Preparation
  • Tendering
  • Quotation Preparation
  • Valuation
  • Bar Bending Schedule
Software, Workflows & Commercial Skills

Practise the Tools the Industry Demands

Work with 5+ software and add-ins, along with future-ready topics such as Integrated Cost Management and Advanced Digital Take-Off.

AutoCAD

Quantity extraction and measurement

PlanSwift

Digital take-off and measurement

Primavera P6

Project planning and control

MS Project

Planning integrated with cost and billing

Advanced Excel

Rate analysis and cost build-up

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Training at an Authorized Training Center

Latest Commercial & Digital Workflows

Estimation & BOQ
Advanced digital take-off
Integrated cost planning & forecasting
Contract administration & valuation
Claims and dispute resolution
Tendering strategy & negotiation
You can excel in this course if you're: ITI Diploma B.Tech B.Arch M.Tech Any Degree
How You Learn

Get Ahead by Doing

Mentor leading a session at CORE Institute

01.Learn

  • Attend weekly 2-hour sessions with expert commercial and QS mentors
  • Use bonus sessions to find a specialized path, such as Contract Management or Value Engineering
  • Get quick query resolution and personalized feedback on your cost plans and claims drafts
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02.Practice

  • Perform collaborative tasks guided by subject experts on real-world commercial scenarios
  • Work on a live, ISO 9001 standard-structured capstone project focusing on end-to-end commercial management
  • Map your progress with detailed reports on your cost control accuracy and contractual interpretations
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03.Achieve

  • Get 1:1 career counselling with Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers
  • Attend career sessions and workshops for professional development
  • Build confidence with networking tips, LinkedIn profile optimisation, and commercial portfolio feedback
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Beyond the Classroom

Learn From Live Industry Visits

The course includes 5+ live industry visits and 10+ subject workshops, so you see commercial and construction work in action.

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Certification

Earn 4 Certificates

These globally recognized certifications enhance career prospects, validate professional expertise, and open doors to opportunities in the construction and infrastructure industry.

  • CTDS Certificate
  • Autodesk Certificate
  • Course Completion Certificate
  • LinkedIn Verifiable Certificate
Career Paths

Careers After Quantity Surveying

The course builds skills for estimation, billing, tendering, and contract roles across the construction industry.

Quantity Surveyor
Cost Estimator
Billing Engineer
Tender Engineer
Contract Administrator
Project Cost Controller
Pre-Contract QS
Post-Contract QS
Fathima Rinsha, CORE Institute alumna
Fathima RinshaQuantity Surveyor at Ardor Structural System

Core Graduates Work With

Larsen & Toubro Limited Central Public Works Department Steel Industrials Kerala Limited NCC Urban Infrastructure Ltd Tekton Realty and Infrastructure Thrissur Corporation Ardor Structural System ALN Group Ammu Infrastructures Pvt Ltd Manjaly Infrastructure Crescent Contractors SBCT LLP Industries Seed Engineering Bimax Engineering Specialists Electrical Power Consultants Dimora Architecture & Interiors 5 Dots Architecture Al Hamra Pools Trading LLC Spiral Overseas Services DGS Technical Services Inc J&J Construction Classy Homes

“I have taken Advance quantity surveying course here, where the faculty is knowledgeable and supportive, and the curriculum is well-structured. I've gained valuable skills and knowledge that have helped me in my career.”

Archana A. MenonAdvanced Quantity Surveying, Google review

“Better Classes and practical sessions are very interesting. Core is the best choice.”

Godwin PJCORE student, Google review
Students and faculty at CORE Institute of Technology

Enroll Now

Kickstart your journey with our next cohort. Speak to an academic counsellor and take the first step towards your QS career.

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Career Services

Unlock Your Potential With CORE Launchpad

Core Launchpad is the career support service offered to our alumni, from preparing your profiles to learning how to present yourself.

Resume Review & LinkedIn Optimisation

Build your resume with guided sessions, and learn to optimise your LinkedIn profile for better visibility.

Alumni Community & Job Boards

Get access to job opportunities and a career portal on graduation, with weekly updates on new openings.

1:1 Mock Interviews

Prepare for real-world job interview scenarios in mock interviews led by industry experts.

Online Portfolio & Profile

Showcase your work, projects, and skills to recruiters with a socially shareable Core profile.

10+ Guided Career Sessions

Attend guided sessions on career planning and professional development.

Placement Support

Get comprehensive career placement support with insights from the industry.

About CORE

6000+alumni and students
100+experts vetted the curriculum
150+reputable partners have hired from us
45+countries represented by our alumni
Admission

Kickstart Your Journey With Our Next Cohort

Applications are open to all design professionals in AEC, as well as students in their final year of graduation. You can enroll online or offline.

  1. Apply for the course
  2. Speak to an academic counsellor
  3. Submit your application to get shortlisted
  4. Screening of your profile
  5. Complete payment and reserve your seat

Fees & Scholarship

  • Book your seat with ₹2,000
  • EMI options starting from ₹4,000 per month
  • Apply for a scholarship: +91 9447833399
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Accreditation

Our Certifications & Affiliations

Core Institute of Technology is an authorised certified training centre.

CORE Institute of Technology certifications and affiliations including CTDS, Autodesk, ASNT, Certiport, SAP and Tally

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Advanced Quantity Surveying course?

It is a 6-month diploma with 200+ hours of training, including 1 hour of theory and 1 hour of practical daily, 25+ project hours, and 6 assessments.

What does the syllabus cover?

The 11 modules cover QS foundations, quantity take-off and digital estimation, BOQ, BBS, rate analysis, estimation, bills in construction, variations and claims, tendering and contract administration, project planning with P6 and MS Project, and an end-to-end QS overview with interview preparation.

Who can join this course?

The course suits ITI, Diploma, B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, and other degree holders. Applications are open to design professionals in AEC and students in their final year of graduation.

Which software will I learn?

You will work with AutoCAD, PlanSwift, Primavera P6, MS Project, and Advanced Excel.

What certificates will I receive?

On successful completion you receive a CTDS Certificate, an Autodesk Certificate, a Course Completion Certificate, and a LinkedIn Verifiable Certificate.

Does the course include industry visits and projects?

Yes. The course includes 5+ live industry visits, 10+ subject workshops, and 2+ capstone projects.

Is this course useful for Gulf jobs?

Yes. The syllabus covers BOQ regulations in the GCC and Middle East, GCC standard estimation practice, FIDIC contracts, and QS practices in GCC and other countries.

What are the payment options?

You can book your seat with ₹2,000, and EMI options start from ₹4,000 per month. To apply for a scholarship, call +91 9447833399. Terms and conditions apply.

Can I study Quantity Surveying online?

Yes. You can choose classroom training, online classes, or a hybrid of both.

Do you provide placement support?

Yes. The course includes comprehensive career placement support, and CORE Launchpad adds resume reviews, LinkedIn optimisation, 1:1 mock interviews, and access to the alumni community and job boards.

Where are your centers in Kerala?

CORE Institute of Technology has centers in Kochi, Thrissur, Irinjalakuda, Attingal (Trivandrum), and Palakkad.
Visit Us

We Are Located At

Kochi (Head Office)

Ground Floor, V&S Building, Mariaman Kovil Road, Kacheripady, Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala 682018

Thrissur (Regional Office)

Korappath Building, 2nd Floor, Machingal Line, MG Road, Naikkanal, Thrissur, Kerala 680001

Thrissur

2nd Floor, Trichur Trade Center, Kuruppam Rd, Marar Road Area, Thrissur, Kerala 680001

Irinjalakuda

2nd Floor, Edapully Emporium, Irinjalakuda Main Rd

Attingal, Trivandrum

1st Floor, Jasim Towers, above ICICI Bank, Attingal, Kerala 695101

Palakkad

H.M Tower, 2nd Floor, Coimbatore Rd, Kalmandapam, Palakkad, Kerala 678001

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