BIM & Lean Construction Management - Sligo
This 25 credit certificate programme (Minor Award) will provide the participants with an appreciation, knowledge, tools, and techniques for effective Project Management incorporating BIM and Lean Construction principles.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) | Minor | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 year part-time, online.
Recommended Study Hours per week
One-hour live lecture per module and four to five hours self-directed learning per module.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement: No attendance required.
Entry Requirements
Candidates will be expected to hold a minimum second-class honours degree Level 8 qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent. As this programme caters for all professions, any Level 8 qualification will be considered.
Applicants with other qualifications and with relevant work experience may also be considered through ATU Sligo’s Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) process. RPL is a process that may allow you to gain admission to a programme or to receive exemptions / credit from some parts of a programme based on demonstrated learning that you may have achieved through another programme of study or through your work and career.
Further information is available through www.atu.ie/recognition-of-prior-learning which our dedicated RPL portal or by contacting our admissions team at admissions.sligo@atu.ie.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
The construction industry worldwide is in a stage of growth and change regarding project complexity, delivering efficiency and reducing waste. Participants who complete the course will have a strong BIM and Lean Construction project management background which will promote career opportunities, as the industry currently faces a lack of competent personnel in these areas.
Progression
As the Certificate in BIM and Lean Construction Management is embedded within the Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management and MSc in Project Management, graduates with this Certificate would have five-module exemptions from the twelve modules required for these courses.
Master in Science in Project Management (Online)
With The Following Embedded Programmes:
– Certificate In Project Management
– Certificate In Strategic Construction Management
– Certificate In Bim And Lean Construction Management
– Certificate In Construction Law, Procurement And Finance
Further information
Start Date: September 2025.
Total Fees: €3,000.
This course has closed for applications for September 2025.
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
Course Overview
The Certificate in BIM and Lean Construction Management has been developed directly to meet the construction industry needs to deliver projects using BIM and Lean Construction methods. This 25 credit certificate programme (Minor Award) will provide the participants with an appreciation, knowledge, tools, and techniques for effective Project Management incorporating BIM and Lean Construction principles. This course will be delivered fully online part-time, normally over 1 academic year.
Who Should Apply?
This programme may suit individuals with a background in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field who may be looking to develop practical skills related to managing construction projects, optimizing construction processes, and implementing lean principles. Graduates of the programme will have a strong BIM and Lean Construction project management background which will promote career opportunities, as the industry currently faces a skill gap in these areas.
Modules:
Building Information Modelling
Lean Construction
Project Planning
Project Implementation
Project Management Simulation
The modules are assessed by mix of continuous assessment and final exams.
Note: Where assessment on the programme involves examinations, these are held on campus or at another exam venue in the Republic of Ireland. There are typically two exam periods: January and May. Times scheduled for examinations (face to face / online exams ) are in GMT.
Students who are resident overseas and those with extenuating circumstances may apply to take examinations online with an external online invigilation service (online proctored exams), where this is available. Places are limited for this service.
Dr. David Collery
Lecturer/Programme Chair L9 MSc/PGD in Project Management
E: David.Collery@ATU.ie
T: +353 (0) 71 9305553
Admissions Office
T: 353 (0) 71 931 8511
E: admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Online Student Advisor
Sallyanne Downes
T:+353 71 930 5298
E: Sallyanne.Downes@atu.ie