SEMINAR: BIM APPLICATIONS IN JAPANESE CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONSTRUCTION INFORMATICS STUDENTS

On the afternoon of April 15, 2025 , the Faculty of Information Technology , in collaboration with Daiwa House Vietnam, organized a workshop on the topic "Application of BIM in a leading Japanese construction company & BIM Career Program – Sponsored training in Revit, Japanese language and job opportunities at Daiwa House Vietnam" for students majoring in Construction Informatics .

The workshop was attended by representatives from Daiwa House Vietnam, including:

  • Mr. Yamazaki Shunsuke – Deputy General Director of Daiwa House Vietnam Co., Ltd.
  • Ms. Tran Thi Lan Huong - Department Manager
  • Ms. Do Minh Hang - Head of Administration and Human Resources Department
  • Mr. Pham Viet Duc – Head of BIM
  • Mr. Tran Tien Dat – Head of Structural BIM Department.
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On the part of the Faculty of Information Technology , the workshop was attended by lecturers specializing in Construction Informatics along with more than 320 participating students . The large presence of students demonstrated great interest in the application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the construction industry as well as learning and career opportunities at international companies.

At the workshop, company representatives provided an overview of Daiwa House Vietnam , shared their experience in implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM) in real-world projects, and discussed the current demand for BIM professionals in construction companies. These insights gave students a clearer understanding of the work environment, necessary skills, and future career paths.

In particular, at this seminar, Daiwa House Vietnam introduced the BIM CAREER 2026 Program to students, offering many practical opportunities for students majoring in Construction Informatics, including:

  • Free training in Autodesk Revit software – a crucial and essential skill in the BIM field.
  • Japanese language training at N5 level helps students expand their job opportunities in Japanese business environments.
  • Internship opportunities at companies help students gain exposure to a real-world work environment.
  • Career guidance and job opportunities in 2026 at Daiwa House Vietnam .

This activity also represents a concrete step in implementing the cooperation agreement signed in September 2025 between the Faculty of Information Technology and Daiwa House Vietnam , aiming to strengthen the connection between the university and businesses in training, internships, and recruiting high-quality human resources. 🤝

A highlight of the workshop was the participation and sharing of experiences from two former students of the Construction Informatics program who currently hold important positions in businesses:

Mr. Pham Viet Duc (former student of K51) – Head of BIM Department

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Mr. Tran Tien Dat (former student of K53) – Head of Structural BIM Department.

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Their return was not only in the role of business representatives but also demonstrated the affection and responsibility of senior colleagues towards the school and the generations of students in the department. Their sincere sharing about their learning, working, and career development provided much inspiration and motivation for the students.

During the Q&A session, students actively asked questions about skill requirements, career orientation, and development opportunities in the BIM field. Thanks to the open exchange between businesses and students, the workshop atmosphere was lively, friendly, and effective . It left many positive impressions.

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The workshop not only provided a wealth of useful information about BIM technology and the workforce needs of businesses, but also contributed to strengthening the connection between the university and businesses , opening up many learning and career opportunities for students of the Faculty of Information Technology in the future.

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