Construction management involves overseeing the complete process starting from the pre-construction stage where an owner decides what they want to build through planning, design and construction.
The Construction Management major is nationally accredited by the American Council for Construction Education since 1999. It is one of the earliest established construction management programs in the nation.
For public information about the program, consult our Public Disclosures.
Core areas of study include:
Learn more about requirements and courses in Construction Management.
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Data from MSU Spring 2018 Destination Survey
Work areas in this profession include project management, building technology, construction science, land development, real estate, finance and marketing – from project start to completion. Construction management has the highest average salary in the U.S. architecture, engineering and construction industry. The national average pay is $115K, varying by experience and position.
Students will have many career options in the construction industry, such as:
Pursuing a graduate degree is also a viable option after graduation.
Students will have the opportunity to connect with leading companies in the U.S. via the annual Construction Management Career Fair. This event helps to expose students to job opportunities in many construction industry sectors, including commercial, residential and infrastructure in locations across the nation. Students can gain professional construction management experience through internships. These experiences will occur with agencies and businesses related to the student’s area of interest within the construction industry.
Opportunities for professional certificates to prepare for leadership in the industry are also available, including Construction Safety and Health Certificate from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration; LEED Green Associate credential; Associate Construction Certification from the American Institute of Constructors; and Certified Green Professional designation from the National Association of Home Builders.
Faculty members and advisors maintain close relationships with construction management companies, which can help with internships, scholarships and employment in this industry.
June 20, 2019
The MSU Construction Management program was selected by the U.S. Forest Service to develop a construction time and cost estimating tool for use of CLT in commercial building construction.
March 13, 2019
On Feb. 20, 2019, the MSU Construction Management Residential Construction Competition team took first place out of a competitive field of 37 four-year university teams from across the U.S. at the NAHB Student Competition in Las Vegas.
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