Construction management schools teach students to plan, coordinate, budget and oversee construction projects in areas such as commercial, residential, and industrial building.
Look into construction management graduate programs if you have an interest in the construction field and are hoping to demonstrate your leadership abilities in a managerial role. Construction management schools could help you develop advanced knowledge of topics such as budget management, hiring and personnel management, materials, waste disposal, and other important areas.
Construction management schools award graduate degrees at several levels to suit a variety of backgrounds and goals. The most common is the Masters in Construction Management degree. This construction management program is typically designed for students with a bachelors degree who wish to take their education one step further and enhance their career.
Construction management schools might also offer a Doctorate in Construction Management program. This may be a great option for those interested in conducting research or teaching at a postsecondary level. Finally, certificate programs in construction management offer a shorter, non-degree program option for students looking to explore one topic in depth or receive an introduction to graduate education.
Program |
Degree Awarded |
Format |
Construction Management Hybrid |
M.S. |
Online/Campus |
Construction Engineering Management |
M.S. |
Online |
Construction Management |
M.S.C.M. |
Campus |
Facilities Management |
M.S. |
Campus |
Architectural Engineering |
M.S. |
Campus |
Many construction management schools design programs to be comprehensive. However some allow students to focus more closely on a specific area. Examples include Construction Administration, Manufacturing Technology, Real Estate Construction Management, Sustainability, and more. As every construction management school designs their curriculum differently, it's best to read course lists and contact programs directly.
Construction management masters programs are typically 1-2 year programs which take a practical approach to prepare students for work in the field. Courses may touch on a wide array of topics to provide an interdisciplinary foundation of science, business, architecture and engineering knowledge. For example, students in a masters in construction management program may study sustainable construction methods, risk mitigation, business planning, construction management technologies, safety and more.
Most masters in construction management programs award a Master of Science in Construction Management (MSCM) degree. However, some programs may offer construction management masters degrees in facilities management or related areas of study. Facilites management programs may encompass not only the construction of facilities, but their operation and maintenance as well. Programs vary so contact preferred construction management schools for details.
Begin your search for construction management schools by reviewing the listings on this page. Or use the menu bar to search by state and locate programs near you. Need more flexibility? Some construction management graduate schools may offer online or even hybrid learning options for busy, working adults.
You can also filter your search by degree type to look at only doctorate or masters in construction management programs. Don’t be afraid to explore your options and find a way to reach your construction management goals!
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