B.A. in Construction Management
B.A. in Construction Management
B.A. in Construction Management
The online Construction Management program is designed for apprentices, journeypersons, and experienced construction professionals interested in leadership development and a 360-degree industry perspective. Graduates of the program are prepared with the management and technical skills to plan, execute, monitor, and control the construction process. The program is also designed for students who have received an associate's degree in any related discipline and wish to pursue the B.A. in Construction Management degree. All courses in the program are delivered online and coursework can be completed at any time based on your schedule, with opportunities to interact with faculty each week via web conferencing.
Rowan University requires the completion of 120 semester hours of approved general education and major coursework to graduate with a bachelor’s degree and 12 semester hours of specific major coursework for each stackable certificate.
What is Construction Management?
Construction management involves overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from start to finish. Construction managers work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. They play a crucial role in ensuring that construction projects are successful and meet clients' needs while managing risks and addressing any issues that may arise during the construction process.
Students enrolled in the program learn about construction cost estimating, project scheduling, construction contract law, communication and leadership skills, and professional ethics in the field of construction. After graduating, students can apply their skills across various construction roles (site management, scheduling, estimating, procurement, safety) and various market sectors, such as residential construction (houses, townhomes, apartment communities), commercial projects (shopping malls, hospitals, skyscrapers), and infrastructure (roads, bridges, airports). Some students may even go on to create their own construction/development company.
What careers are available to someone with a B.A. in Construction Management?
Graduates with a B.A. in Construction Management work as:
- General Contractors: Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers
- Subcontractors: Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers
- Skilled Trades: Foremen, Supervisors, Safety Officers, Apprenticeship Instructors
- Construction Project Estimators
- Construction Project Schedulers
- Construction Project Owner’s Representatives
- Construction Company Owners
Why should I choose Construction Management at Rowan?
Rowan’s Construction Management program was created in cooperation with North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU), a labor organization representing more than 3 million skilled craft professionals in the United States and Canada. Rowan’s Construction Management program is offered 100% online with opportunities to interact with faculty each week via web conferencing. Program faculty come from a diverse set of professional backgrounds and are experienced in their respective fields of study. The program will prepare you to succeed in your role in the construction industry.
Convert your Apprenticeship & Specialized Training into Academic Credits
The program takes pride in honoring the value of work-based learning experiences and prior college credits. Union apprenticeships and other specialized training often satisfy some general education and elective requirements. This can propel students to complete a degree within as little as two years and a certificate even faster. Rowan University has standard credit-awarding partnerships with local unions across the nation. Talk to your local union leadership to inquire about an existing partnership with Rowan. TradesFutures provides some first-year union member students with a scholarship worth $7,200 to help earn their bachelor’s degree.
