Construction Management
The BS Degree in Construction Management from Minnesota State Moorhead provides a unique blend of construction knowledge and business know-how through classes offered on campus and online. Throughout your academic training, you will get hands-on experience to prepare you for a professional career managing and leading projects in the construction industry. You’ll also take construction classes in estimating, project management and scheduling, safety, equipment and more. Our program was the first ACCE-accredited Construction Management program in Minnesota.
MSU Moorhead offers the first ACCE-accredited Construction Management program in Minnesota. (American Council of Construction Education (ACCE)) Learn more about MSUM’s Accreditation and Assessment.
CM classes average 24 students to ensure you’re getting the most individualized attention possible. The camaraderie among students and faculty is evident by faculty diligently helping students successfully interview for internships and jobs.
Our faculty members have industry experience in the areas of energy, heavy/civil, industrial and water/wastewater, and commercial and residential construction.
Area alumni and industry leaders share their real-world experiences by regularly presenting to CM classes. They are also enthusiastic mentors who present networking and internship opportunities for students.
Classes offered online and on-campus allow you to complete the degree in a way that fits your lifestyle.
Many construction companies that routinely hire MSUM CM graduates state they are exceptionally prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation.
Learning Opportunities
Construction Management majors experience many professional development opportunities in and out of the classroom to further your skill set, encourage social and industry networking and promote volunteerism.
You might also be interested in…
Accounting | Business Administration | Finance | Management | Project Management
MSUM’s construction management program has a reputation for producing stellar graduates, making your search for an internship or employment easier. Here is just a sample of high-paying construction management careers that are predicted to have considerable job growth in the next 10 years.
What are some Common Construction Management Related Careers?
Career | Job Growth (2021-2031) | Median Pay |
---|---|---|
Construction Manager | 8% | $99,000 |
Facility Manager | 7% | $99,000 |
Safety Engineer | 4% | $99,000 |