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2018-2019 Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog [Not Current Academic Year. Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]

Construction Management, MS


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College of Technology  > Department of Construction Management  > Construction Management, MS

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, green construction, quality management, leadership, modeling and optimization, and building information modeling. The program attracts students and working professionals with a diverse background in engineering, construction, and architecture. Our graduates are prepared to work in the construction industry and in academia.

For more information, please visit http://www.uh.edu/technology/departments/cm/graduate/cm/.

Admission Requirements


Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, or Architecture. Applicants with construction management industry experience are particularly encouraged to apply. All applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.00 (on a 4.0 scale) on the most recent 60 semester hours of undergraduate coursework. However, applicants may be conditionally admitted with a grade point average no less than 2.75 on a 4.0 scale on the most recent 60 semester hours of undergraduate course work. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required for all applicants, and score may not be more than 5 years old. International applicants have additional documentation requirements, including the submission of TOEFL/IELTS scores, if appropriate. For full details, please visit www.uh.edu/graduate-school/admissions/international-students/.

The application submission requires official transcript, GRE test score, TOEFL test score (if applicable), a letter of intent, three letters of recommendation, and application fee.

For more information on how to apply, visit: http://www.uh.edu/graduate-school/admissions/how-to-apply/.

Degree Requirements


Credit hours required for this degree: 30.0

The Construction Management Master’s degree requires 30 semester hours or 10 courses. Students must consult with the CM Graduate Program Coordinator to develop a customized study plan.

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