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This is a Certification of Completion sample of Professional Certificate for Building Information Modelling (BIM) Manager. You will receive the certificate upon fulfilling these requirements:

• Attended 36 hours or above; 
• Completed all continuous assessments

• Completed and passed final assessments

• Obtained 50 marks or above for the programme average. 

Frequently Asked Questions for Certification of Building Information Modelling (BIM) Managers

1. Who is the Certification of BIM Manager targeted at?

The Certification of BIM Manager is targeted at BIM practitioners who wish to be certified by CIC as BIM Manager.

2. Am I eligible for Certification as a BIM Manager?

To be eligible for Certification as a BIM Manager, you must meet the following requirements:

(a) obtained a CIC-recognised professional qualification, i.e. corporate membership of The Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA), The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) or The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS); OR

obtained a degree accredited or recognised by a CIC-recognised professional body^[1] in architecture, engineering, surveying, building or construction, or equivalent, as recognised by CIC, plus proof of 5 years of relevant post-degree experience (with at least 6 months stationed in HK).

(b) Have gained at least 2 years of practical experience in BIM in the past 5 years (with at least 6 months stationed in HK).

(c) Successful completion of a CIC-accredited BIM Manager Course, or a CIC-Accredited BIM Manager Top-up Course which is applicable for CCBCs.

A grace period of one year is allowed before new applicants are required to submit a completion certificate of a CIC-Accredited BIM Manager Course in support of their applications. This grace period was end on 31 December 2019.

A ‘grandfathering’ consideration is offered to applicants who have at least 3 years of experience in BIM (with at least 2 years stationed in HK) on or before 31 December 2018. Application for this special consideration was ended on 31 December 2019, after which it will not be applicable in the assessment of applications. 

[1] List of CIC-recognised professional body is available on website of Construction Digitalisation Department of CIC (http://www.bim.cic.hk/).\

3. Can I apply for Certification of BIM Managers if I am self-employed or unemployed?

Yes, you can still apply.

4. Is a CIC-Certified BIM Manager (CCBM) equivalent to a CIC-Certified BIM Coordinator (CCBC)?

CCBM and CCBC are two different certification status. They canont be considered as equivalent to one another as the level of competency of some of the core competencies is different. For example the core competency 2 "BIM Software and Technologies" for CCBC requires level 3 but that of CCBM is level 2 only.

For additional FAQs about BIM Managers Certification, please visit the CIC website:

https://www.bim.cic.hk/en/certification_and_accreditation/certification_manager_faqs

Frequently Asked Questions for The Construction Innovation and Technology Fund (CITF)

1.How can CITF subsidize my BIM learning? What is the funding amount?

Through the CITF funding scheme, you can:

• • Receive up to 70% course fee reimbursement
  • Get maximum HK$3,000 or 70% of the course fee per course (whichever is higher)
  • Accumulate up to HK$15,000 in training subsidies
    This means you can enroll in multiple courses until reaching the HK$15,000 subsidy cap.
    For example, for a HK$10,000 BIM course, you would only need to pay about HK$3,000.

2.Are my company and I eligible for CITF funding?

Eligibility requirements:

For Individuals:

• • Must be a Hong Kong permanent resident
  • Must have relevant background or experience

For Companies:

• • Must be registered in Hong Kong
  • Must be non-governmental and non-subsidized organizations
    The application process will be handled through your employer

3.How far in advance should I register for EVERBIM courses to apply for CITF funding?

You can apply and submit course CITF reference numbers at:

https://www.citf.cic.hk/?route=procedure&lang=1

Registration timeframes:

• • Regular courses: at least 30 days in advance
  • Customized courses: at least 8 weeks in advance

Approval timeline:

• • Most of our courses are on the pre-approved list, requiring about 30 calendar days for approval
  • Non-pre-approved courses require 60 calendar days
    Therefore, we recommend choosing courses with CITF reference numbers for assured quality and faster approval.

4.How can I ensure my CITF funding application is successful?

To increase your chances of approval, you should:

• • Choose CITF-approved training courses
  • Communicate early with your employer to ensure timely submission
  • Prepare relevant background information and experience proof
  • Follow the application timeline and allow sufficient processing time

For more information about the Construction Innovation and Technology Fund (CITF), please visit:

https://www.citf.cic.hk/?route=home&lang=1

Registration Process:

1. Please select the appropriate "Course Code" on the website and click the "Enroll" button.
2. Students can complete the registration process by using the "Bank Transfer" payment method.
3. After making the payment, please email the following information to info@everbim.com.hk:
   • Payment proof image
   • Name
   • Contact number
4. Upon confirmation of payment, we will send you a confirmation email.

Important Notes:

• A unique QR code will be included in the confirmation email, which will be used for attendance taking. Please bring it to class.
• Please complete the payment process within 3 days after registration.
• For any inquiries, please contact us at (852) 3797 5793.