BYU CM

Mission Statement

The mission of the BYU Construction Management Program is to provide students with a broad understanding of construction technology, business, architecture, and engineering, with specific emphasis on the management of construction projects. Courses within the program are designed to prepare graduates to excel in leadership positions, with a focus on building quality projects, safely, on time, within budget, and to customer expectations. Students are taught and encouraged to maintain integrity and high moral standards in all aspects of their lives.

The Discipline

The CM program is four years in length, leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. It is designed to give men and women abilities in construction management by providing a broad background in construction technology, business, architecture, and engineering, with specific emphasis on management within the construction industry. Graduates fill middle-management positions such as superintendents, estimators, schedulers, field engineers, inspectors, general contractors, sales representatives, and construction insurance or bonding personnel. Many go on to graduate studies in architecture, law or business administration.

Program Objectives

With the goal of fulfilling the mission statement of the Construction Management program, department faculty focus on major objectives and specific goals in developing students understanding and abilities in the construction industry. more...

Outcomes Assessment

In order to ensure compliance with department objectives, a survey is sent to students two years after they graduate evaluating the preparation they received in the program. Click here to view responses to this survey.

Academic Quality

The Construction Management Program is accredited by American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). The department's faculty, facilities, and programs are among the best in the nation. We invite you to learn more about the quality of the academic experience in BYU's Construction Management program.

Memberships

Honorary societies and clubs - Student chapters of Sigma Lamda Chi, National Association of Home Builders, Associated General Contractors, Associated Builders and Contractors.

Internships, co-op education, practical experience - All these are required. One of the hallmarks of the program is the practical application of skills and technologies.

Financing of education - Scholarships are available. Also, a number of upper-division students are hired as laboratory assistants and teaching assistants.

Graduate Program

There is an increasing need for construction managers at all levels. These managers should possess advanced skills in management. To help prepare students with these advanced skills, BYU offers advanced degrees in Construction Management and Business Management. Please contact the advisement office for more information.