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The School of Continuing Studies Building on the York University Keele Campus (CNW Group/York University School of Continuing Studies)
York University School of Continuing Studies has officially launched its post-graduate certificate in digital construction management. The program offered through the Toronto-area school is designed to equip students with the skills and expertise to thrive in a rapidly transforming construction industry, with a focus on software and Artificial Intelligence (AI) that improves productivity and sustainability within the Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI) and high-rise residential construction sectors. The full-time program is set to begin in September 2025.
“Canada and Ontario’s population continue to grow at a significant rate. This puts demand on the construction industry to keep pace with new housing, social infrastructure and transit, all supported by increased need for talented construction management professionals to support this growth,” stated Marlon Bray, executive vice-president of Clark Construction Management and program advisory committee member for the post-graduate certificate in digital construction management. “The curriculum for this new program is designed to help students develop the necessary knowledge and skills to enter a constantly evolving construction management field which is enabled and powered by technology, data and software in an ever increasingly connected market.”
With technology reshaping the landscape of ICI and high-rise residential construction, the school says the demand for skilled construction professionals who can seamlessly integrate emerging technologies with project management expertise is skyrocketing. The program will provide students with practical experience in software automation, AI tools, and 3D modeling, while teaching them to optimize productivity, sustainability and cost-effectiveness across every stage of the construction lifecycle from planning to occupancy.
“When we consulted with industry leaders, they all agreed; having a solid grasp of emerging technologies isn’t optional anymore, it’s essential,” explained Christine Brooks-Cappadocia, assistant vice-president of continuing studies at York University. “The construction sector is moving at a rapid pace, but there is a severe shortage of talent ready to step into these tech-enabled roles. Employers face costly training periods of six to 12 months for new hires. That’s why this program is a game-changer. By focusing on hands-on, project-based learning, our graduates will hit the ground running, ready to make an impact from day one.”
A unique highlight of the program is its construction practicum, where students choose one of three specialized streams: construction estimation, construction project coordination or contract administration. Students will work on industry-inspired projects under the guidance of instructors who work full time in the construction field, ensuring their education is rooted in practical, real-world application.
This program is designed for recent graduates in fields such as civil engineering, architecture, construction management, computer science and environmental studies, as well as professionals from related disciplines seeking to upskill and join the digital transformation in construction.