Why Choose Construction Management?
The master’s degree in construction management is a stand-alone program open to students who have degrees in an engineering, science or business field with work experience in construction and construction management. The program is open to students of all experience levels — from recent graduates to engineers who have worked in the field for many years. It prepares graduates to advance their careers or continue on to doctoral studies.
Professional Development
If you are already working in the field, and have an interest in deepening your knowledge of construction management, this program will expand your professional options. With a focus on management rather than design, this master’s program can increase salary potential, upward mobility and management opportunities.
At Manhattan College, this program can be tailored to maximize your benefits. We offer 16 different courses that focus on the construction management process, including many that examine trends and patterns in the construction of:
- Medical facilities and hospitals
- Educational institutions, schools and colleges
- Residential complexes
New York City Connection
For the past 125 years, Manhattan College’s engineering graduates have designed the structures, bridges, tunnels, roads and water treatment plants that improve our quality of life. Building on this long tradition of esteemed engineering education, Manhattan College offers an extensive alumni network of construction management experts.
This program brings guest speakers and panels to campus to help you network with industry professionals. In addition, the program offers access to world leaders in the field of construction management, including:
- Turner
- Lend Lease
- Gilbane
- Thornton Tomasetti
- Con Edison
- STV
- New York Power Authority
- NYC Department of Environmental Protection
Expert Faculty
This program is highlighted by the experienced civil and environmental engineering professionals who develop and teach the coursework. All of your professors have worked or currently work in the field of construction management, and are highly-qualified experts in their areas.