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Specialization in Construction Project Management

ABOUT THE

Program

The UIS Specialization in Construction Project Management focuses on the processes involved in managing civil infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on the strategic integration of BIM modeling and the incorporation of sustainability principles to ensure effective interoperability among work systems, optimize resources, mitigate environmental impacts, and strengthen project competitiveness.

Qualified registration: Resolución No. 0000 de día del mes del año del Ministerio de Educación Nacional (MEN) con vigencia de 00 años

  • SNIES 9972: On-Campus | Bucaramanga | Qualified Registration: Resolution No. 018159 of July 10, 2026, issued by the Ministry of National Education (MEN), valid for 7 years.

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DEGREE:

Specialist in Building Project Management

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DURATION:

2 semesters

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MODALITY:

In-person/In Spanish

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LOCATION:

Bucaramanga

APPLICANT

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Applicants to the UIS Specialization in Construction Project Management must hold a professional degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a related field within the construction sector, and have experience or direct involvement in civil works consulting or execution, as well as an interest in deepening their knowledge of project management.

Applicants should also demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, analytical and critical-thinking skills, a willingness to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, and an interest in incorporating methodologies, technological tools, and sustainability criteria that address the current demands of the construction industry.

GRADUATE

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A graduate of the UIS Specialization in Construction Project Management is a professional with advanced training to analyze, manage, and lead civil infrastructure projects through the integrated application of project management tools, best practices, and cutting-edge methodologies such as BIM. Graduates are equipped with the competencies to facilitate effective interoperability and apply sustainability principles throughout all project phases to optimize resources, reduce environmental impact, and increase operational efficiency in a globalized and competitive construction environment.

In addition, graduates are capable of making sound engineering judgments based on rigorous experimentation and ethical principles. They have strong communication skills and can clearly and effectively communicate the results of their work and solutions to complex problems, both orally and in writing. They are valuable contributors to multidisciplinary teams, taking responsibility for their roles and recognizing the value of their colleagues’ contributions, while remaining focused on achieving the expected objectives of construction projects.

With training in project formulation, BIM management, and sustainability management, graduates can work as:

  • Project managers, construction directors or site managers, project inspectors, or project management consultants.

  • BIM managers, BIM coordinators, BIM modelers, or BIM consultants.

  • Sustainability managers, certification specialists, project sustainability consultants, or sustainable project supervisors.

CLASS

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Fridays from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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ACADEMIC

Curriculum

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Code:  00000           Credits:  3  – Project Management: Fundamentals


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – Fundamentals of Data Analysis


Code:  00000           Credits:  3  – BIM Information Management: Fundamentals


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – BIM Modeling: Parameterization


Code:  00000           Credits:  3  – Sustainability Management: Fundamentals


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – Building Energy Efficiency


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – Best Practices: Formulation

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Code:  00000           Credits:  3  – Special Topics in Management


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – Project Monitoring and Control


Code:  00000           Credits:  3  – Special Topics in BIM


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – BIM Control: Scope, Time, and Cost


Code:  00000           Credits:  3  – Special Topics in Sustainability


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – Regulations and Certifications


Code:  00000           Credits:  1  – Best Practices: Implementation Plan

OUR

FACULTY

  • Betzaida Cristiana MÉNDEZ CASTILLO


    Master’s Degree in Construction Management · PMP

  • Eduardo José FERNANDINI ARO


    Mechanical Engineer · CCP · PMP

  • José Luis PONZ TIENDA


    PhD in Architecture

  • Juan Carlos RINCÓN ACUÑA


    PhD in Education

  • Luis Eduardo SEPÚLVEDA IBARBUEN


    Master’s Degree in Project Management · PMP

  • Margareth Indira VIECCO MÁRQUEZ


    PhD in Engineering Sciences

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Dates

Next
Call for Applications

2026

Bucaramanga

For more information, please email us at eicposgrado@uis.edu.co

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PROGRAM

Fees

Registration

8 UVT*

Enrollment and academic fees per semester

255 UVT*

*Amounts are expressed in Tax Value Units (UVT). In 2026, 1 UVT is equivalent to COP $52,374. The application fee is COP $418,992, while tuition and academic fees total COP $13,355,370 per semester.

The university has a mechanism through which a student’s financial obligations can be partially or totally covered by a company or entity that wishes to support the student.

Also, various forms of payment have been arranged so that students can combine the available forms of payment according to their particular conditions. On the page “Start the registration process”, you will find the available options.

Additionally, to facilitate access to postgraduate programs, the UIS has signed various agreements with entities specialized in educational credit. These agreements seek facilities and better credit conditions for UIS students.

Students with a voting certificate from Colombia’s last popular election process may request a 10% discount on tuition fees.

REGISTRATION

Requirements

The documentation is received digitally by e-mail eicposgrado@uis.edu.co in PDF format.

Note: By clicking on the “Inscripción” (Registration) button you will find the forms to fill out the documentation requested below.

  1. UIS registration form duly completed and signed.

  2. Resume, in the UIS format established institutionally for this purpose, with the attachment of certificates and copies of documents that corroborate what is described in it.

  3. Copy of valid identity document valid in Colombia or valid passport for foreigners.

  4. Recent document type photo, preferably in digital format, white background 3×4.

  1. Copy of the diploma or copy of the undergraduate degree certificate required by the program, issued by an institution of higher education recognized in Colombia.

    Note 1: If the applicant has a degree from a foreign university, it must be duly apostilled and translated into Spanish if it is in a foreign language. The degrees must be validated by the Ministry of National Education of the Republic.

  2. Certificate of the grades obtained in the undergraduate program required by the program, including the weighted average.

    Note 2: In the case of UIS undergraduate graduates, it is not necessary to provide this document.

  3. Receipt of payment issued by the UIS treasury for the current value of the registration fee or receipt of consignment in the account authorized by the UIS.

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School of Civil Engineering

Telephone: +57 (607) 634 4000

Extension: 2453

Email: eicposgrado@uis.edu.co

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Campus Central UIS

Bucaramanga, Santander

Carrera 27 calle 9 

Nuevo edificio de la Facultad de Ingenierías Fisicomecánicas, Torre Norte, tercer piso

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Monday to Friday

7:00 a.m. – noon

2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.