What Schools Offer These Degrees?
The following is an alphabetical list of links to both undergraduate and graduate construction management programs with a presence on the internet. Undergraduate programs which have been accredited by the American Council for Construction Education are noted with an “ACCE”. The ACCE is the accrediting agency for two and four year degree programs in construction, construction science, construction management, and construction technology. The Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) is the professional association for the development and advancement of construction education, where the sharing of ideas and knowledge inspires, guides and promotes excellence in curricula, teaching, research and service. Members of the Associated Schools of Construction are denoted by “ASC”. Accredited graduate programs in construction are normally recognized under the institution’s accrediting body and may also be acknowledged by a specific accrediting agency specializing in that specific degree type or program. US News & World Report ranks colleges with the best construction management programs based on the results of surveys sent to deans, faculty, and administrators of accredited construction programs. Colleges ranked by US News are noted by “USNEWS.” Short extracts describing construction management programs are also included to help guide your search.
American Intercontinental University: BBA in Operations Management – Construction Management “The AIU Online BBA with a concentration in Operations Management degree completion program provides a comprehensive business education, combined with real-world applications, to help prepare students for some of the most rewarding career opportunities in today’s competitive workplace. This degree completion program includes business courses for students interested in pursuing such career opportunities as: Industrial Production Manager, Construction Manager, Compliance Officer, Production Manager, Operations Manager, Purchasing Manager, Quality Assurance Control Manager, Facility Manager, and Organizational Consultant. This Bachelor’s degree completion program has also been carefully designed to provide a seamless transition into AIU Online’s MBA with a concentration in Operations Management program, for those wishing to continue their studies. This degree completion program is accelerated and can be completed fast. American InterContinental University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.”
Drexel University Online: MS in Construction Management “The Master of Science in Construction Management degree gives professionals the opportunity to develop the multidisciplinary skills required of effective construction managers. The program focuses on training professionals to meet the challenge of increasing owner demands, tighter project delivery times and increasing regulation. The program provides the leadership skills professionals need to navigate the many daily challenges construction organizations face in successfully managing construction operations. Drexel University Online is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Universities.”
Drexel University Online: Graduate Certificate in Construction Management “The Graduate Certificate in Construction Management program teaches professionals the multidisciplinary skills required of effective construction managers. The program produces industry leaders that exhibit strong technical and managerial skills, apply scientific methodologies to problem solving, are critical thinkers, exercise creativity, and inject innovation into the process. Drexel University Online is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Universities.”
Everglades University: BS in Construction Management “The Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management focuses on the management skills and construction business knowledge required for the continually changing environment of the construction industry. With courses in Construction Contracts, Construction Law, Building Construction Drawing, Construction Scheduling, and Managing a Construction Project, this degree provides students with a broad-based knowledge of the construction industry, extensive training in business and management applications, and a solid general education. This degree program prepares graduates for productive management careers in the construction industry. Everglades University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).”
New Jersey Institute of Technology: Graduate Certificate in Construction Management “The Graduate Certificate in Construction Management teaches managerial aspects of contracting and the study of an individual firm in relation to the entire construction industry. Topics include contractor organization and management, legal aspects of construction, and financial planning. In addition, this graduate certificate will allow professionals to specifically focus on the legal aspects of Environmental Engineering and Construction Management including legal, ethical, and intellectual property issues. NJIT is Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Universities. The Certificate in Construction Management is Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.”
San Joaquin Valley College: AS in Construction Management ACCJC “SJVC’s online Construction Management program provides graduates with the technical and managerial skills needed in today’s commercial and residential construction industry. Students are prepared for the management responsibilities they will face on the job, creating an opportunity to move into supervision and construction management. You’ll learn career skills such as architectural design theory, methods of field supervision and construction communication procedures. There is a growing need in the construction industry for qualified, educated supervisors and management personnel. Graduates can work in a variety of roles: first line supervisor, estimator, construction manager, site manager and more. Graduates from SJVC’s Construction Management program have the confidence and skills to step into a variety of management roles in the construction industry. Employers trust our graduates to be among the best in their chosen field. San Joaquin Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), a commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).”
South University: BBA Construction Management SACS “Designed specifically for working adults, South University’s Bachelor of Business Administration – Construction Management program online prepares you to build upon your professional career. Our Business Administration program will develop your management and leadership skills while you maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations. Students will finish the program by working on a capstone project, a two-course sequence that focuses on your area of emphasis and enables you to apply the concepts and skills you’ve learned in both simulated and real business situations. South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.”
University of Liverpool: MS in Project Management – Construction & Infrastructure Specialisation “The University of Liverpool’s Master of Science in Project Management with a specialised track in Construction and Infrastructure provides you with a refined skill-set to lead and manage large contemporary construction and public complex infrastructure development projects. Project management implications associated with the technical, organisational, financial, and governmental aspects of large projects and the changing external context is also explored in this track. Modules include Organisation and Behavioural Management, Project Management Application: Construction and Integrated Infrastructure Management. The University of Liverpool is accredited as an educational institution by Royal Charter. All UK universities are regulated and monitored by a government body, the QAA.”
