MS in Construction Management
Learning Mode:
- On-Campus
Refine the skills you need to successfully manage large-scale construction projects. Go beyond basic building principles and keep up with the latest sustainability trends in the building industry.
Transform Your Career with an MS in Construction Management
The MS in Construction Management from Morgan State University is your next step for advancing in your career. This uniquely designed core curriculum is the only program of its kind in Maryland. With a focus on sustainability practices, and your choice of focus areas, you will develop expertise that directly translates to your career.
Designed specifically for working professionals eager to progress in their career, the advantages of interdisciplinary learning, hands-on experiences, and a supportive community at Morgan is second to none.
Take six core courses and then choose from diverse electives that set you up for success; if you do not have a construction background, you will need to complete 36 credit hours
Pursue one of two program tracks: Course only (10 courses), or course + thesis
Study on campus with flexible afternoon and evening classes
Complete your degree in as little as 12 months (or up to 24 months for part-time enrollment)
Why Morgan?
$1 billion
We are a major economic engine, producing $1 billion in annual economic impact statewide. Our faculty and high-caliber graduates enrich the community.
55K
Over 55,000 Morgan alumni make up a passionate network that spans the United States and beyond. Our graduates become leaders in their communities, their careers, and the world.
1st
In the state, we rank first for master’s and doctoral degrees awarded to African Americans, ranging from bioinformatics to engineering and social work.
Advance in Your Professional Career
A career in construction management offers so many rewarding paths. The MS in Construction Management will bring you closer to your future endeavors with an in-depth look at the inner workings of construction and how to approach large-scale projects. At Morgan, we will prepare you for academic and professional pathways full of growth and opportunity that will enable you to make a real difference. Join the innovative building professionals who are solving the problems of today and tomorrow.
Learn In-Demand Skills
Gain the expert knowledge that will help you manage and respond to complex construction problems. Get ready to learn today's most in-demand skills for construction professionals.
Contracts and legal issues in construction
Risk management
Architectural technology
Land development law
Project management
Site planning
Industrial engineering
Civil engineering
Architecture
Business administration
Secure Your Ideal Career
Once you graduate, you will have what it takes to quickly climb the professional ladder within the building industry. Professionals with this degree can earn $97,000 or more. Explore a few of the many job titles and careers that align with construction management.
Construction Manager
Safety Manager
Project Estimator
Construction Superintendent
Project Engineer
Project Manager
Contracts Manager
Pursue Hands-On Research and Internships
Find the competitive edge you have been seeking. Take a deep dive into the skills you will need to solve local, regional, and global construction issues. Get real-world experiences outside the classroom, including career-oriented internships, advanced research, or thesis projects. Attend networking events in the Baltimore-Washington metropolis. Make connections in the community. Collaborate with our award-winning faculty. Here, you have every opportunity you need to thrive.
Contribute to Our Legacy of Excellence
At Morgan, student success is our top priority. Our goal is to provide an exceptional learning environment in which your academic, intellectual, and personal growth excel far beyond your expectations and long after graduation. As the only graduate construction management program in Maryland, we are leaders in guiding students toward success in the construction sector no matter what the challenge. Just like our distinguished alumni before you, you can accomplish the unimaginable. We are confident you will become part of our legacy of excellence.
Financial Support Makes Things Possible
Choosing the right program is a big decision—and we are here to help you navigate the options available for funding your education. Whether you are an in-state, out-of-state, or international student, you may be eligible for Graduate Funding. We also offer two types of Graduate Assistantships: Teaching Assistantships (TAs) and Research Assistantships (RAs). Both provide special learning opportunities in exchange for a stipend/salary and Tuition Award. In addition, by simply filing your FAFSA each year, you’ll be able to participate in Federal Plus Loans and Federal Direct Loan Programs. With proper planning, going back to graduate school is more than possible. We are committed to breaking barriers and opening doors for all future students. Contact us to learn more about affordability at Morgan’s School of Graduate Studies.
Graduate Fellowships and federal Title III Graduate Fellowships provide a stipend and Tuition Award
Teaching Assistantships offer you the chance to teach and assist with undergraduate courses
Research Assistantships give you research experience with faculty-led or external projects
Federal Direct Loan Programs include the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans
Additional Grants and Scholarships from external sources award free money—so apply early