Construction Project Management (Online)
How To Apply
Program Details
- Program Code3630
- SchoolSchool of Engineering Technology and Applied Science
- CredentialOntario College Graduate Certificate
- Delivery ModeOnline
- LocationOnline
- Emailsdre@centennialcollege.ca
- Telephone416-289-5000, ext. 58256
- Program Overview
- Courses
- Career Options and Education Pathways
- Admission Requirements
- How to Apply
- Tuition and Fees
- Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
- Advising
Please Note: Construction Project Management is also offered in person.
The Construction Project Management program at Centennial College will focus on the study of the management and technological aspects of residential, industrial, commercial and institutional construction projects as well as engineering and infrastructure construction.
This college management program will integrate a modular design with a principal focus on construction management and an ancillary focus on general project management in a construction environment. As a result, Construction Project Management courses will provide the technical training needed for you to acquire a unique combination of construction and project management skills — in conjunction with the added dimension of protecting the environment and sustainability.
Program Overview
Please Note: Construction Project Management is also offered in person.
The Construction Project Management program at Centennial College will focus on the study of the management and technological aspects of residential, industrial, commercial and institutional construction projects as well as engineering and infrastructure construction.
This college management program will integrate a modular design with a principal focus on construction management and an ancillary focus on general project management in a construction environment. As a result, Construction Project Management courses will provide the technical training needed for you to acquire a unique combination of construction and project management skills — in conjunction with the added dimension of protecting the environment and sustainability.
Courses
Career Options and Education Pathways
Program Highlights
- There is a focus on protecting the global environment, energy conservation and international sustainable construction strategies.
- There is also an emphasis on domestic and international sustainability and green building that distinguishes this offering from other Construction Project Management programs.
- The curriculum includes construction management information systems, scheduling, procurement, legal documents and contracts, cost estimation, analysis and construction safety.
- Comparisons of international building codes and construction practices are presented.
- Students also participate in the yearly Bid Competition sponsored by The Construction Institute of Canada
Career Outlook
- Project manager
- Coordinator
- Estimator
- Site manager
- Inspector
Accreditation
In the process of obtaining the Canadian Construction Association Gold Seal Certification.
Areas of Employment
The construction building industry is a key sector in Canada's economy. Currently, the Canadian government, at all levels, is establishing funding initiatives to encourage growth and restore confidence in the economy. These programs are intended to stimulate housing construction and build infrastructure. Recent housing-related funding announcements that will allow you to work in a range of areas include:
- Investments in housing for Canadians
- Renovation and retrofit of social housing
- First Nations housing
- Northern housing
- Housing for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities
- Helping municipalities build stronger communities
These projects indicate there are a wide variety of career opportunities in the construction sector.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in architecture, engineering or construction-related discipline.
Additional Requirements
- English language proficiency
- Transcript and resume review is required
How to Apply
1. Apply Online
Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.
If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.
All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $125 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.
International Students
Apply directly to Centennial College here.
2. Submit Documents
Domestic Applicants
Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.
Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.
Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.
International Applicants
Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.
3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission
Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.
You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.
You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.
When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.
4. Pay Fees
Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.
You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.
5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)
Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.
Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April
Your web-registration will not open if:
You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.
Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.
Tuition and Fees
Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on three semesters, beginning Fall 2024.
| Student | Tuition (3 Semesters) | Ancillary Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | $6,412.50 | $593.88 | $7,006.38 |
| International | $26,583.00 | $1,266.06 | $27,849.06 |
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
Develop and use strategies to promote continuous professional learning in the construction industry.
Monitor and support workplace health and safety practices and procedures which are compliant with current legislation and regulations.
Assess construction project operations for compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in construction methodology.
Analyze and monitor construction processes to ensure that sustainability practices are implemented in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements.
Establish and manage relationships among diverse project stakeholders to achieve construction project goals.
Manage the production, storage, retrieval and communication of project-related digital documents according to best practices, to meet construction project deadlines and goals.
Perform a feasibility study to inform decisions in the planning phase of a construction project.
Schedule, manage and evaluate the progression of construction projects by applying the principles, practices and tools of construction project management to complete projects on time and within budget.
Prepare estimates and manage procurement processes to control costs in accordance with best practices in construction project management.
Develop and oversee quality assurance and control processes involved in the completion of construction projects to meet project specifications and industry quality standards.
Analyze and manage project risks to mitigate their impact throughout the construction project lifecycle.
Formulate human resource management strategies to optimize personnel requirements for construction project completion.
Build and lead multidisciplinary teams throughout the construction project lifecycle to accomplish construction project goals.
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