Program Description

The Construction Management Master's degree program provides the knowledge and skills essential for successful leadership positions in the construction industry. The curriculum focuses on both fundamental knowledge and advanced topics. Fundamental courses include estimating, scheduling, contracting, and project management and advanced courses include risk analysis, decision making, computer applications in construction, sustainability and green construction, quality management, and Six-Sigma. Our graduates are prepared to work in the construction industry and in academia.

Often referred to as the jobs of the future, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) jobs are among some of the highest paying and in-demand jobs today. The MS in Construction Management program is STEM designated. While this not only recognizes the rigor of this program, it also provides an added benefit for international students with extended optional practical training (OPT) with additional 24 months.

University of Houston Construction Management (CM) master program ranks in Top 50 Construction programs in the United States and the third best construction program in Texas. The CM master program is STEM designated and focuses on both fundamental knowledge and cutting-edge technologies. Fundamental courses include estimating, scheduling, contracting, and project management and advanced courses include AI, VR/AR, BIM, and big data. It is a 30-hour, two-year program that offers both online and in-person classes.The CM master program provides the knowledge and skills essential for successful management positions in the construction industry. Construction manager jobs are projected to grow 11% in the next 10 years, faster than the average for all occupations, with an average of 38,900 openings projected each year. Graduates in the CM master program are expected to earn an average salary of over $83,000.

Admission Requirements

• BS degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, design, urban planning, business management, and real estate.
• 3.0/4.0 or higher cumulative GPA
• GRE required

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5

Remarks:

• Total 30 Credits program
• Yearly tuition fee is given
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $40,674.
• Official documents required