Construction Management with BIM MSc
Validated by Coventry University
Duration
2 years part-timeStudy Mode
OnlineTotal Tuition
£10,000Monthly Payment
£417Qualification
Master’s Degree (MSc / MA / MPH)Start Date
6 intakes per year (Jan, March, May, July, Sep, Nov)Programme Overview
The MSc Construction Management with BIM from Coventry University Online is a 100% online postgraduate degree designed for professionals seeking to advance into leadership, management and specialist roles across the global construction industry. The programme combines advanced construction management with Building Information Modelling (BIM), digitalisation, project management, sustainability, innovation, contracts, risk and stakeholder management. Students develop the ability to analyse complex construction challenges, use digital technologies to improve project delivery, manage multidisciplinary teams and make informed technical and managerial decisions across the construction lifecycle. The programme is particularly relevant to professionals who want to develop their careers without leaving employment or relocating overseas.
The degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) for intakes up to and including 2029 and has been assessed against the CIOB Education Framework. Graduates are eligible for full academic exemption when applying for Chartered Membership (MCIOB) without an Individual Assessment, although achieving Chartered status also requires the required professional experience and compliance with CIOB membership requirements. The programme is delivered by Coventry University, with the same qualification awarded to online students as the university's other degree programmes. Coventry University has also been awarded 5 QS Stars Overall, including recognition for teaching and employability.
This programme is particularly suitable for construction professionals, engineers, architects, quantity surveyors, building surveyors, architectural technologists, facilities-management professionals and other built-environment specialists who want to move into management or BIM-focused positions. It is also suitable for professionals already working in construction management who want to strengthen their leadership, digital-construction and strategic-management capabilities. The course is part-time and completed online over approximately two years, allowing students to continue working while studying. Coventry University Online provides on-demand learning, electronic academic resources, tutor-led live sessions that are recorded, academic support and career support.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should normally have:
A 2:2 undergraduate degree or equivalent
The degree should normally be in a related discipline such as:
Construction Management
Architecture
Architectural Technology
Civil Engineering
Quantity Surveying
Building Surveying
Building Services
Facilities Management
Applicants with a lower classification and/or significant professional experience may be considered individually and may normally be required to participate in an interview. Coventry University also considers a breadth of qualifications and maintains country-specific entry requirements.
Documents Normally Required
Applicants should be prepared to provide:
Undergraduate degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Evidence of relevant professional qualifications, where applicable
CV/resumé showing professional experience
Evidence of professional experience where relevant
Passport or other accepted identification
Any additional documentation requested during the admissions assessment
Coventry University states that applicants will need documentation relating to their previous qualifications and experience when applying.
Who is this course for?
This programme is ideal for professionals and graduates seeking to advance into management and leadership roles within the construction and built environment sectors. It is particularly suitable for individuals who want to develop expertise in digital construction technologies and BIM while strengthening their project management and strategic leadership skills. The course is designed to accommodate working professionals through its flexible online delivery format.
Typical Applicants Include:
Construction Managers and Project Managers
Civil Engineers
Architects and Architectural Technologists
Quantity Surveyors
Building Surveyors
Facilities and Asset Managers
Construction Consultants
Site Managers
Professionals seeking BIM-related leadership roles
Graduates wishing to enter the construction management field
Career Opportunities
Construction Manager
Project Manager
BIM Manager
BIM Coordinator
Site Manager
Facilities Manager
Asset Manager
Construction Consultant
Construction Operations Manager
Infrastructure Project Manager
Programme Highlights
This is one of the programme's most important modules for professionals seeking to understand the future of digital construction. It develops practical knowledge of BIM, interdisciplinary teamwork, collaborative design, information management and digital collaboration across the construction lifecycle. Students work with scenario-based projects and technical activities designed to develop their understanding of BIM standards, policies, client requirements and collaborative working. For Caribbean construction professionals, this is particularly valuable as BIM and digital information management become increasingly important for large-scale commercial buildings, infrastructure, property development and public-sector projects.
This module develops the management foundations required to lead construction organisations and projects effectively. It examines the relationship between organisational structures, people management, finance, construction contracts, procurement and strategic decision-making. Students explore leadership, motivation, HR management, financial analysis, asset management and contract selection, while considering stakeholder responsibilities and procurement strategies. The module is particularly relevant to Caribbean professionals who want to move from technical or operational positions into construction-management and leadership roles.
This module focuses on managing complex construction projects from a strategic perspective. Students develop knowledge of scope, time, cost, quality, risk management, stakeholder integration and project processes, while learning to apply critical thinking to real-world construction situations. The module is particularly valuable for professionals managing multiple stakeholders—including developers, government agencies, contractors, consultants, communities and financial institutions—on Caribbean construction and infrastructure projects.
This module addresses some of the most important emerging issues affecting the global construction industry: innovation, digitalisation, artificial intelligence, sustainability and carbon reduction. Students explore how new technologies can improve project costing, delivery and safety while considering the industry's responsibility to reduce carbon emissions. For Caribbean markets, the combination of digital construction and sustainability is especially relevant to resilient infrastructure, energy-efficient buildings, climate-conscious development and the modernisation of construction practices.
The 60-credit Research Project is the largest component of the programme and provides students with an opportunity to undertake an independent, in-depth investigation into a specialised construction-related topic. Students develop research questions, review literature, select appropriate research methodologies, collect and analyse information, and produce a professional research report. This provides an opportunity for Caribbean students to investigate issues directly relevant to their own markets—for example, construction productivity, BIM adoption, sustainable buildings, infrastructure development, construction risk, climate resilience, procurement or digital transformation in the Caribbean construction industry.
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