Program Overview

Introduction to the Construction Management Program

The Construction Management program at NYU Tandon is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the construction industry. The program focuses on management, technology, and finance, as well as business and legal principles.

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Construction Management is a 30-credit program that requires the completion of a set of core courses and electives. The program is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of construction management, including management and leadership practices, innovative organizational and technological tools, and effective communication with construction industry players.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited undergraduate institution. A minimum undergraduate grade-point average of 3.00 is required, although this requirement can be waived for applicants with sufficient professional experience in construction management. Related undergraduate backgrounds include engineering, mathematics, science, business, management, and the liberal arts.

Curriculum

The program requires the completion of 30 credits, which includes:

• Core courses in construction management
• Electives in areas such as construction site safety management, marketing for engineering and construction management professionals, and more

Program Requirements

The program has the following requirements:

• Completion of 30 credits
• Minimum grade-point average of 3.00
• Satisfactory completion of a set of core courses and electives

Transfer Credits

Students may request to transfer up to 9 credits of acceptable coursework toward the Master of Science in Construction Management. The coursework must have been taken at an accredited institution, and the student must have earned a grade of B or better in each course.

Program Director

The program is directed by Lawrence Chiarelli, Director of Construction Management Programs, Industry Professor, and Director of the IDC Innovation Hub.

Alumni

The program has a strong network of alumni, including Kanchan Rairikar, who graduated with an MS in Construction Management in 2018.

Research Areas

The program focuses on several research areas, including:

• Construction site safety management
• Marketing for engineering and construction management professionals
• Innovative organizational and technological tools
• Effective communication with construction industry players

Conclusion

The Construction Management program at NYU Tandon is a comprehensive program that provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the construction industry. With a strong focus on management, technology, and finance, as well as business and legal principles, the program is designed to equip students with the expertise needed to become leaders in the construction industry.