Master of Construction Engineering Management

Program Overview

The Master of Construction Engineering Management (MCEM) degree at Lawrence Technological University combines construction engineering and management principles, preparing students for leadership roles in the industry. The 30-credit-hour program emphasizes project management, sustainability, and advanced computer skills, and is taught by experienced faculty. Graduates are equipped for positions such as project managers, construction managers, and design-build professionals.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Master of Construction Engineering Management (MCEM) degree at Lawrence Technological University is designed to provide students with specialized education in both construction engineering and management principles. This combination of skills is highly marketable in today's construction industry, which emphasizes integrated project delivery.

Objectives:

• Gain in-depth knowledge of project management plans, including project scheduling, estimating, safety practices, sustainable construction, construction law, accounting, asset management, materials management, quality control, and risk management.
• Prepare for leadership positions within the construction industry.

Program Description:

• The MCEM program consists of 30 credit hours.
• Most courses are offered in the evenings, allowing students to complete the degree in as few as three semesters.
• Students will learn to apply mathematics, science, and engineering to analyze problems and design construction processes.

Teaching:

• The MCEM program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members, including Dr. Ahmed Al-Bayati, who is the founding director of the Construction Safety Research Center.

Careers:

• Graduates of the MCEM program are prepared for a variety of leadership positions in the construction industry, including project managers, construction managers, and design-build professionals.