China Membership Fees
Concessionary rates are only available to MCIOB and FCIOB members.
Subscription fee freeze
CIOB has been working closely with members throughout the Coronavirus pandemic to ensure support is available to all members during this difficult time.
Our board of trustees have confirmed that all memberships prices will be frozen at 2020 levels – there is no increase in subscription for members renewing for 2021.
If you are experiencing particular hardship due to COVID-19, find out more about the personal support we can offer members.
Payment Options - China
We make paying your membership fees easy by giving you the option to pay by bank transfer, over the telephone, or by sending us a cheque. See below to find out more about these payment options.
Pay by bank transfer
You can pay by bank transfer in Chinese Renminbi.
Please contact your local Customer Service team; Chongqing on 0086 23 6370 6360, Shanghai on 0086 21 6133 1849 or Beijing on 0086 10 6528 1070 for more details.
Pay over the telephone
Call your local Customer Services team; Chongqing on 0086 23 6370 6360, Shanghai on 0086 21 6133 1849 or Beijing on 0086 10 6528 1070 to pay in Chinese Renminbi by debit or credit card.
Pay by cheque
To pay by cheque, please call your local Customer Service team; Chongqing on 0086 23 6370 6360, Shanghai on 0086 21 6133 1849 or Beijing on 0086 10 6528 1070 for more information.
Pro-rata subscriptions
Our subscription year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Members joining from the 1 February each year will be eligible for a pro-rata subscription.
Pro-rata subscriptions are calculated on a monthly basis across the year based on the full year subscription.
Grade descriptions
Chartered Member
Chartered Membership is our most popular membership grade and it brings with it many benefits, including the right to use MCIOB as a post-nominal designation. Chartered Members also recieve access to over 500 events every year, free CPD resources from the Academy, and access to our Library Information Service.
Fellow
The Fellowship Grade is the highest award offered by the CIOB. Fellows are amongst the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the industry and the highly sought after post-nominal designation, FCIOB, is proof of this. Fellowship also brings benefits such as career progression, promotion, higher salaries and a wider range of job opportunities.
Student
Student membership is our entry point into membership for those who are either studying full-time or part-time. Student membership gives you access to a wealth of resources to support you in your transition to a worthwhile career in construction.
Subscription Rates
| 2021 Subscription* | |
|---|---|
| Member | ¥2,305 |
| Student - Full time | Free |
| Student - Part time | ¥298 |
| Associate | ¥1,984 |
| Incorporated | ¥1,984 |
| Applicant | ¥1,984 |
| Retired - Under 75 years | ¥533 |
| Retired - Over 75 years | Free |
| Fellow | ¥2,690 |
| Fellowship Assessment Fees | ¥6,099 |
| Member - Academic¬ | ¥1,153 |
| Applicant - Academic¬ | ¥992 |
| Fellow - Academic¬ | ¥1,345 |
Other Fees
| Admission Fee: | ¥816 |
| Professional Review: | ¥2,768 |
| NVQ7 Professional Review Fee: | ¥2,306 |
| Individual Assessment Fee: | ¥227 |
| Award Ceremony: | ¥479 (Guests ¥566) |
| Replacement Membership Card: |
¥107 |
| Replacement Membership Certificate: |
¥239 |
Professional Development Programme
| Registration Fee: | ¥2,768 |
| Final Assessment Fee: | ¥1,384 |
Chartered Membership Programme (CMP)
Regulated Qualifications
| Level 3 and 4 Unit Registration: | ¥203 |
| Level 3 Diploma in Site Supervisory Studies: | ¥893 |
| Level 4 Diploma in Site Management Studies: | ¥893 |
Chartered Environmentalist Fees
| Subscription: | ¥610 |
| Registration Fee: | ¥915 |
Other Fee Information
*If you hold dual membership of both CIOB and CIAT you may be eligible for reduced rates
¬ Academic rates are available to education professionals whose income is derived from the teaching of building or construction related courses in the education sector.
Building Conservation
| Building Conservation Annual Subscription | ¥893 |
| Building Conservation Certification - Certified Assessment Fee | ¥2,679 |
| Building Conservation Certification - Proficient Assessment Fee | ¥2,679 |
| Building Conservation Certification – Registered Assessment Fee | ¥1,786 |
Chartered Building Companies
| Under £1 Million | ¥3,019 |
| £1 - £5 Million | ¥4,846 |
| £5 - £25 Million | ¥9,684 |
| £25 - £50 Million | ¥12,068 |
| Over £50 Million | ¥18,114 |
| Admission Fee - Under £5 Million | ¥1,623 |
| Admission Fee - Over £5 Million | ¥2,839 |
Chartered Building Consultancies
| 1 Professional Staff | ¥1,129 |
| 2 to 3 Professional Staff | ¥2,305 |
| 4 to 5 Professional Staff | ¥3.929 |
| 6 to 8 Professional Staff | ¥7,763 |
| 9 to 12 Professional Staff | ¥9,817 |
| 13 to 35 Professional Staff | ¥15,408 |
| 26+ Professional Staff | ¥18,466 |
| Admission Fee - 1 to 3 Professional Staff | ¥1,623 |
| Admission Fee - 3+ Professional Staff | ¥2,839 |