Overview
The Master of Science degree in Executive Construction Management Program is an interdisciplinary 30-credit program designed for accomplished professionals in the design and construction industry who are ready to take their career to the next level.
The program's enrollment is limited to 10 students a year in the Fall term. Courses are focused on active learning based on practical information from current industry practices and real-world examples. Small classes taught by the leaders of major construction organizations, The Program facilitates insightful discussion between high-caliber students and industry leaders, providing the student an unparalleled education based on practical knowledge anchored by the years of experience of our industry leaders and guest faculty.
Courses are offered in the late afternoons, evenings, and on weekends to meet the needs of working professionals. The program will focus on current issues and events in construction Management and address the needs of the industry by developing candidates for middle and upper management positions.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission, a student must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in engineering, architecture, environmental / physical sciences, environmental science and policy, business, management, economics, or construction management. Other admission requirements will be consistent with those of UM Graduate School; GRE / GMAT are not required.
Curriculum Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CORE COURSES | ||
| CMA 701 | Operating and Managing a Construction Organization | 3 |
| CMA 702 | Professional Leadership Seminar | 1 |
| CAE 765 | Construction Accounting and Finance | 3 |
| CMA 734 | Prevention and Resolution of Contract Disputes | 2-3 |
| or CAE 766 | Forensic Engineering | |
| CMA 801 | Executive Capstone Project | 4 |
| MGT 620 | Managing Through People | 2 |
| One of the following options: | 3-4 | |
| Case Studies in Risk Management and Human Resource Management | ||
| Risk Management and Resilience | ||
| ELECTIVES | 11-12 | |
| Global Awareness/Management: | ||
| Leading Across Cultures | ||
| High Performance Leadership | ||
| Negotiation Strategies | ||
| Sustainable Supply Chains | ||
| Leadership for Sustainable Organizations | ||
| International Management | ||
| Sustainable Marketing of Goods and Services | ||
| Technical: | ||
| An Introduction to Resilient Building and Community Design | ||
| Advanced Topics in Construction Management | ||
| Contract Documents | ||
| Emerging Technologies in Design and Construction | ||
| Directed Studies | ||
| Special Topics in Construction | ||
| Special Topics in Construction | ||
| Advanced Productivity and Lean Construction | ||
| Quality Management and Performance | ||
| Construction Forensics | ||
| Advanced Planning and Scheduling | ||
| Quality Management Systems | ||
| Management of Technological Innovation | ||
| Engineering Cost Management | ||
| Introduction to Real Estate Development and Urbanism | ||
| Financing Urban Real Estate Development | ||
| Real Estate Economics and Market Analysis | ||
| Complex Urban Real Estate Transactions | ||
| Capstone: Real Estate Development and Urbanism Charrette | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Students are required to engage in Practical Experience while enrolled in the program. International Students in F-1 status are required to obtain authorization for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) from the Department of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) prior to engaging in any practical experience/training/internship off-campus.
Suggested Plan of Study: 2-Year Path
| Fall I | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CMA 701 | Operating and Managing a Construction Organization | 3 |
| CMA 702 | Professional Leadership Seminar | 1 |
| MGT 620 | Managing Through People | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Spring I | ||
| CMA 642 | Emerging Technologies in Design and Construction (Elective) | 2 |
| CAE 765 | Construction Accounting and Finance | 3 |
| CMA 724 | Human Resource Management | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Summer I | ||
| CMA 720 | Advanced Planning and Scheduling (Elective) | 2 |
| CAE 791 | Advanced Topics in Construction Management | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 4 | |
| Fall II | ||
| CMA 722 | Case Studies in Risk Management | 2 |
| RED 601 | Introduction to Real Estate Development and Urbanism (Elective) | 3 |
| ISE 612 | Quality Management Systems (Elective) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 8 | |
| Spring II | ||
| CMA 734 | Prevention and Resolution of Contract Disputes | 2 |
| CMA 801 | Executive Capstone Project | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
*Electives must be approved by the Program Director.
Suggested Plan of Study: 1.5 Year Path
| Fall I | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CMA 701 | Operating and Managing a Construction Organization | 3 |
| CMA 702 | Professional Leadership Seminar | 1 |
| MGT 620 | Managing Through People | 2 |
| RED 610 | Financing Urban Real Estate Development | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Spring I | ||
| CAE 765 | Construction Accounting and Finance | 3 |
| CAE 766 | Forensic Engineering | 3 |
| CMA 722 | Case Studies in Risk Management | 2 |
| CMA 724 | Human Resource Management | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Summer I | ||
| CAE 791 | Advanced Topics in Construction Management | 3 |
| RED 699 | Capstone: Real Estate Development and Urbanism Charrette | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Fall II | ||
| CMA 630 | Contract Documents | 2 |
| CMA 801 | Executive Capstone Project | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
*Electives must be approved by the Program Director.
Mission
The mission of Executive Master of Construction Management is to provide experienced construction professionals, a highly specialized practical curriculum embodied with real-world experience and taught by industry leaders to augment their practical knowledge of the industry and assist in advancing their careers into upper leadership positions at their organizations.
Goals
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To partner with the industry to develop the next generation of thought leaders ready to take on the challenges of the 21st-century workplace.
- To provide future construction professionals with the knowledge and quantitative skills required to understand, organize and control construction projects from conception to closeout;
- To expose participants to emerging technical skills and knowledge in architecture, engineering, construction, and cutting-edge technology in support of planning, analyzing, and solving construction problems;
- To encourage our students, as future industry leaders, through the school's culture and resources to address the critical social, economic, and environmental challenges facing the construction industry; and
- To encourage participants to make meaningful contributions to the shaping of the built environment.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will apply various management techniques and methods to efficiently and effectively plan and control construction projects.
- Students will utilize and integrate emerging technologies and innovations in Construction Management practices.
- Students will understand the value of and apply sustainable building practices to optimize the use of available resources.
- Students will apply skills to manage creative teams and project processes effectively and efficiently.
- Students will possess an understanding of the contributions made by design professionals to the construction processes, and can communicate and interact with design professionals within the multidisciplinary construction team.
