Program Overview
Construction Management - M.S.
Construction management involves the planning, budgeting, coordination, and supervision of construction projects from beginning to completion.
Why Choose Construction Management?
The University's construction management program is open to students who have degrees in engineering, science, or business, and who have work experience in construction or construction management. The program is open to students of all experience levels — from recent graduates, to engineers who have worked in the field for many years. Graduates are prepared to advance their careers or continue doctoral studies.
Program Overview
Candidates in this program learn about construction management in New York and how to succeed in the industry. You will emerge having mastered skills that are necessary to have in the industry's public and private sectors. These skills include but are not limited to:
- Planning and scheduling
- Project control
- Construction law Graduates from the master's degree in construction management have landed these and other professional roles:
- Construction manager
- Cost estimator
- Business operations manager
- Project manager
- Project supervisor
Program Details
- Minimum Credit Hours: 33
- Modality: In-Person
- Average Time to Completion: 2-3 Years
- Average Salary for Construction Manager: $98,890
Building Construction Industry Leaders of Tomorrow
The program's curriculum is built to develop the construction manager of the future, a professional who is not only technically competent, but who also focuses on innovation, has an entrepreneurial spirit, enjoys global and social awareness, and is a leader in the community. A hallmark of our program is our alumni success — many of our graduates occupy executive-level positions in New York City and nationwide.
Discover Professional Opportunities
For decades, Manhattan University's engineering alumni have produced numerous graduates who helped design and build New York City's infrastructure. The quality of this tradition is apparent on the campus and in the classrooms, particularly in the Manhattan chapter of the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), which introduces students to the construction industry by interacting with professionals. Students complete internships and graduates have secured jobs at AECOM, Turner Construction, Lendlease, Hunter Roberts Construction Group, WSP Global, and other industry-leading companies.
Find Learning That Matches Your Style
For full-time students, this program can be completed within 1.5 years with courses available in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Courses can also be taken during the day or evening hours, which works well for those already working full-time. Part-time students typically complete the program in 2-3 years.
Join an Enthusiastic Community
Anyone who enrolls here to study for a master's degree in construction management will find the campus culture to be warm and supportive. There are also several student clubs and organizations to get involved in while pursuing your master's degree. They include:
- The American Society of Civil Engineers
- The American Institute of Chemical Engineers
- Engineers Without Borders
- The Society of Hispanic Engineers
- The Society of Women Engineers
Build Valuable Skills
Through program coursework, students in the construction management program learn the following skills:
- Project Control
- Construction Law
- Planning and Scheduling
- Engineering Risk and Decision Analysis
- Building System Design
Admission Requirements
Applicants to this program must have a bachelor's degree from an engineering program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc. There also needs to be an undergraduate cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, though other factors may be considered. In the case of an applicant having an undergraduate degree in another engineering or STEM program, there may be a requirement to take prerequisite courses for admission.
Program Requirements
The program requires 33 credit hours and may be completed entirely by taking all courses in construction management courses, or by taking a minimum of seven courses in construction management and the other courses in approved engineering electives.
Faculty
Faculty who teach the master's degree in construction management program come to Manhattan University with a wealth of experience from around the world. The faculty are adept in civil and mechanical engineering disciplines, as well as groundwater remediation, site assessment procedures, and sustainability. Some of the faculty will allow students to do research projects with them or invite them to conferences and panels through New York City.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why pursue a master's in construction management?
- The program teaches the technical and interpersonal skills needed to excel in construction management careers, which help you advance professionally.
- How many courses are required for graduation?
- There are 11 courses and a total of 33 credits. Most part-time students finish the program between two and three years.
- Can I take a civil engineering course while I'm completing my master's in construction management?
- Yes, students may enroll in up to four classes in structures and foundations.
Similar Programs
If you're interested in construction management, consider these programs, too:
- Civil Engineering - M.S.
- Environmental Engineering - M.E.
- Environmental Engineering - M.S.
- Mechanical Engineering - M.S.
- MBA