Eastern Michigan University

What you'll study

The Construction Management curriculum combines construction technology, management principles and hands‑on application. Core topics include construction materials and methods, estimating and cost control, scheduling and project controls, construction contracts and law, safety management, building information modelling (BIM), site layout and surveying, and sustainable construction practices.

Programme structure typically includes foundational courses in mathematics, physics and communications in the early years, followed by progressive construction management courses and technical electives. Students complete applied labs and practicum work that use industry tools such as estimating software, scheduling applications and BIM platforms. The degree culminates in a senior capstone project or practicum where students deliver a complete project plan, estimate and schedule or participate in a real‑world construction project.

• Introduction to Construction Technology and Materials
• Construction Estimating and Cost Control
• Project Scheduling and CPM/PERT Techniques
• Construction Contracts, Risk and Legal Issues
• Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Construction
• Construction Safety Management and OSHA principles
• Site Layout, Surveying and Field Procedures
• Sustainable Building and Green Construction Practices
• Construction Finance, Project Management and Leadership

Industry experience

The programme emphasises experiential learning: site visits, lab work, industry guest lecturers and a required internship or co‑op placement help students build practical skills and professional networks. Many students take elective technical courses or minors in related areas such as civil engineering technology, architecture, business or real estate development.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a secondary school diploma or equivalent. Typical preparation includes study of algebra or higher mathematics, physics and technical or vocational subjects where available. Admissions will consider academic record, relevant coursework and any construction‑related experience.

Successful applicants commonly present a competitive high‑school GPA and evidence of readiness for college‑level English and mathematics. Where standardised tests are required or considered by the university, applicants should follow the institution's guidance; mature students with relevant work experience are also encouraged to apply.

Career prospects

Graduates enter the construction industry in technical and managerial roles across residential, commercial, institutional and civil sectors. Common early‑career positions include estimator, assistant project manager, field engineer, site superintendent, scheduler and safety coordinator. With experience, graduates progress to project manager, construction manager, contracts manager, cost engineer or principal of a contracting firm.

Other paths include roles in construction consulting, facilities management, preconstruction services, real estate development and specialist disciplines such as sustainability consulting or BIM coordination. The degree also provides a foundation for professional credentials (for example, certifications in project management, safety or estimating) and further study at the master’s level.

Why study at Eastern Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University combines classroom theory with hands‑on learning and industry engagement. The Construction Management programme benefits from applied labs, industry‑grade software, field exercises and relationships with local contractors and agencies that provide internship and project opportunities.

Students gain practical experience through site visits, capstone projects and internships that develop leadership, technical competence and professional communication. The university’s location in the region also supports connections with a diverse construction market—commercial, institutional and public works—helping graduates transition to careers in construction and related fields.