Study Construction Management in Canada – Eligibility, Fees & Process For Indian Students

Various construction management courses in Canada are offered in multiple top-ranked global universities. It is a specialised civil engineers course that enables students to become construction managers. One with a master’s, graduate certificate or diploma degree can manage, schedule and estimate residential projects of all kinds. The course period lasts for 1 to 2 years, depending on the individual’s type of degree.

They can learn the right skills for calculating, cost control, scheduling and goods procurement in the 1st year. This is followed by practical knowledge gained through project works and other programs in the final year.

Top Universities to Study Construction Management Courses 

The table below suggests some of the top colleges in Canada that offer graduate, diploma and master’s courses in construction management.

University Name	Course Fee (in CAD)**
Fanshawe College	14,700
Conestoga College (optional co-op)	33,599
Conestoga College	13,000
University of British Columbia	31,585
Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology	12,796
St. Clair College	15,366
Lambton College	25,800
George Brown College	21,900

How to Apply For Construction Management Courses in Canada

Every Canadian institute tends to offer several graduate, certificate and master’s courses in construction management. Students who aspire to pursue higher studies abroad can apply for the same via relevant university websites online. On meeting the set eligibility criteria of these colleges’ international students can pursue the course of their choice. But before moving on to the application process, let us discuss some of the basic eligibility criteria and documents that one may require.

Eligibility criteria in a Canada University for Construction Management Courses

The eligibility criteria for applying for the construction management course in Canada are as follows –

• A student pursuing a bachelor’s degree should score a minimum of 50% 10+2 
• A candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree completion certificate in the related field to pursue the postgraduate course
• GRE and GMAT score in case asked by a university
• TOEFL and IELTS scores 80 and 7.0, respectively

University Name	GPA Scores / Equivalent Percentage	IELTS / TOEFL /PTE Academic Scores
Fanshawe College	2.5  equivalent 65 to 69 per cent	6.5 / 88 / 59
Conestoga College (optional co-op)	3.0 equivalent to 70 to 74 per cent	6.5 / 88 / 55
Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology	3.0 equivalent to 70 to 74 per cent	5.5 / 60+ / 43+
University of British Columbia	8.0 (on a scale of 10) equivalent to 65 to 70 per cent	6.5 / 90 / 60
Lambton College	2.0 equivalent to 60 to 64 per cent	6.5 / 79 / 62
Conestoga College	2.0 equivalent to 60 to 64 per cent	6.5 / 88 / 58
George Brown College	3.5 equivalent to 75 to 79 per cent	6.5 / 88 / 60
St. Clair College	2.0 equivalent to 60 to 64 per cent	6.0 / 78 / 54

Documents Required 

Documents required to apply for construction management courses are as follows –

• Valid Passport
• Acceptance letter from a Canadian university
• Immigration Medical Examination certificate
• Proof of funds
• 2 passport size photographs
• English language proficiency score
• Letter of intent
• Statement of purpose

Application Process

The application process for construction management courses are same for every college that is as follows –

• Visit the official portal of a university of individual interest.
• Carefully go through the eligibility norm and course curriculum.
• Click on the application form, fill it and submit it with the required documents.
• Pay the requisite application fees and submit the form.

In some universities, selected students have to go through a virtual interview session with the college authorities.With the application knowledge gained, let us move on to the cost of studying in Canada and the expenses that an individual will face upon his arrival to Canada.

Expenses to Study Construction Management in Canada

The pre-arrival expenses of an individual are described in the table below.

Expense Type	Cost (per month in CAD)**
Accommodation	1,400 to 2,100
Food	2,500 to 3,000
Books and Supplies	1,200 to 1,700
Clothing	600
Health Insurance	600 to 700
Transportation	300 to 400
Other Expenses	2,000

**Note – Cost of living may vary from place to place, and the above data is just an estimated value and not a precise value.

List of Scholarships Awarded to Indian Students to Study Construction Management in Canada

• Kim Rowe Memorial Award
• Entrance Excellence Scholarship
• British Columbia Graduate Scholarship
• Entrance Excellence Scholarship
• George Brown Certificate Scholarships for returning students
• CAEL Scholarships

Scope of Construction Management Course in Canada

The salary of a construction management graduate ranges from 60,000 CAD to 1,00,000 CAD. An individual can choose from a wide range of managerial roles after completing a construction management course. Some of them are listed in the table below.

Job Roles	Salary Per Year (in CAD)**
Construction Manager	92,700
Project Manager	82,800
Building Control Surveyor	65,400
Site Engineer	67,400
Sustainability Consultant	64,600

It is evident that construction management is a branch of civil engineering that showcases a wide scope in Canada and abroad. Indian students aspiring to pursue construction management courses in Canada can find themselves placed in high-paying jobs globally. Canadian universities offer a comprehensive range of courses in this regard that provide adequate knowledge to students and help them develop the right set of skills. Furthermore, along with exciting career opportunities, these universities in Canada also offer an excellent academic experience that propels them to flourish in their career.