Overview
Program Overview
The M.S. in Construction Management integrates technological advancements and innovative practices to enhance field success. A customizable curriculum prepares students from various backgrounds to excel in the construction industry.
You’ll learn how to leverage technology and processes to excel in the construction industry, whether you're advancing an existing career or looking to break into the industry.
The online Master of Science in Construction Management (MSCM) program is one of only five graduate construction management programs in the nation accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) and is among few graduate construction programs classified as a STEM program.
The MSCM has broad appeal to a wide audience of potential students. Prospective students range from those who have extensive experience in construction who are seeking an advanced course of study, to those with little experience who are seeking a path to the construction industry. Current and former students in the MSCM program include individuals from a wide variety of educational backgrounds, such as architecture, engineering, business, and many others. The MSCM degree has both thesis and non-thesis options. Each option takes approximately two years to complete.
Careers
Our program’s graduates are prepared for leadership roles within the construction industry, including commercial, industrial and residential sectors. Our students can also pursue a Ph.D. program in the construction field.
Internships
Our graduate students have the unique opportunity to gain professional experience while pursuing their degree. We require all of our students to complete a professional internship before graduating. Our students have had many exciting opportunities, including working for tech giants such as Tesla, Apple and Amazon.
Why Texas A&M?
Housed in the School of Architecture’s renowned Department of Construction Science, the program offers access to expert faculty, industry partnerships, and cutting‑edge facilities that support impactful, practice‑relevant scholarship. Doctoral students benefit from a collaborative academic culture, opportunities to engage in funded research, and a curriculum designed to prepare them for leadership roles in academia, industry research divisions, government agencies, and consulting. With the strength of Texas A&M’s reputation in construction education and the global reach of the Aggie Network, the Ph.D. in Construction Science provides an exceptional foundation for scholars ready to shape the future of the built environment.