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Construction Management BS
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The complexity of today’s construction projects requires greater skills and knowledge than ever before. If you want to join a team of experts who can manage the entire design and building process, your journey starts here with the online Construction Management degree from The University of Southern Mississippi. Learn to coordinate and supervise a project from the conceptual development stage through final construction.
Construction Management is about making sure jobs are done right. Our faculty is comprised of architects, engineers, constructors, planners, and pedagogical experts from the field who are ready to prepare you from construction on a local, regional, national, or even global level. Learn the business from the ground up with The University of Southern Mississippi.
A number of scholarship opportunities are available to online students. To find our list of available scholarships for which you may qualify, click here.
The University of Southern Mississippi is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools of Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), and the Construction Management program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE).That means you can expect a program with the highest standards and quality.
*Effective Fall 2019: This degree has been changed from the online Construction Engineering Technology degree to the online Construction Management degree. Some of the coursework listed below may have changed.*
Your Future
- Estimator
- Scheduler
- Project manager
- Superintendent
- Safety Manager or EHS Manager
- Contract Administrator
- Construction Manager-Agent
- Building Information Manager (BIM)
- Facilities Manager
- Construction Superintendent
- Assistant Safety Manager
- Junior Contract Administrator
- Field Supervisor
- Field Inspector
- Quality Assurance/Quality
- Acceptance Officer
Written Communication
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Composition One
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3 hrs. |
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Composition Two
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3 hrs. |
Natural Science
Select 2 courses with labs:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Biology and Society
*
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3 hrs. |
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Principles of Biological Sciences
*
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3 hrs. |
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Principles of Biological Sciences II
*
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3 hrs. |
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Chemistry and Our Environment
*
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3 hrs. |
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General Chemistry I
*
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3 hrs. |
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General Chemistry II
*
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3 hrs. |
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Weather and Climate
*
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3 hrs. |
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General Physics
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Physics II
*
|
3 hrs. |
Humanitites
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Literature
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3 hrs. |
Select 2 courses, 1 History required:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Civilizations: Beginnings to 1500 C.E.
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3 hrs. |
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World Civilizations: 1500 to the present
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3 hrs. |
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Introduction to Philosophy
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3 hrs. |
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Ethics and Good Living
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3 hrs. |
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Comparative Religion
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3 hrs. |
Aesthetic Values
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Art Appreciation
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3 hrs. |
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Dance Appreciation
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3 hrs. |
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The Enjoyment of Music
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3 hrs. |
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Select 2 courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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The Human Experience: A Global Perspective on Human Diversity
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3 hrs. |
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Basic Economics
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3 hrs. |
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World Geography: Dynamics of a Changing Earth
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3 hrs. |
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American Government
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3 hrs. |
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General Psychology
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3 hrs. |
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Understanding Society: Principles of Sociology
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3 hrs. |
Mathematics
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Quantitative Reasoning
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3 hrs. |
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College Algebra
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3 hrs. |
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Higher-level MAT course
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3 hrs. |
Writing-Intensive Requirement (Major Area)
| Course | Credits |
|---|
ENG 101 & ENG 102 prerequisites
Speaking Intensive Requirement
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Oral Communication
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3 hrs. |
Capstone Requirement
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Senior Capstone
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3 hrs. |
Must be taken Senior Year; ENG 101 & 102 prerequisites
Major Area of Study Requirements
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Digital Graphics
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3 hrs. |
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Materials and Methods of Construction
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3 hrs. |
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Digital Graphics II
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3 hrs. |
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Estimating I
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3 hrs. |
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Construction Planning and Scheduling
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3 hrs. |
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Statics and Strengths of Materials
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3 hrs. |
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Seminar
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3 hrs. |
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Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
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3 hrs. |
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Structural Design
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3 hrs. |
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Estimating II
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3 hrs. |
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Engineering Economics
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3 hrs. |
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Building Information Modeling
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3 hrs. |
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Professional Practice and Construction Law
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3 hrs. |
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Internship
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3 hrs. |
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Construction Organization
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3 hrs. |
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Surveying
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3 hrs. |
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Construction Project Management
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3 hrs. |
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Construction Safety
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3 hrs. |
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Project Controls
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3 hrs. |
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Senior Capstone
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3 hrs. |
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Soils and Foundations
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3 hrs. |
Additional Requirements (18-32 hours)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Introduction to Financial Accounting
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3 hrs. |
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The legal Environment of Business
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3 hrs. |
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Basic Economics
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3 hrs. |
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College Algebra
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3 hrs. |
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Plane Trigonometry
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3 hrs. |
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Calculus I with Analytic Geometry
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3 hrs. |
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Management for Organizations
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3 hrs. |
Select 1 course with lab:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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General Physics I
*
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3 hrs. |
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General Physics I with Calculus
*
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3 hrs. |
Select 1 course with lab:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Chemistry and Our Environment
*
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3 hrs. |
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General Chemistry I
*
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3 hrs. |
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Physical Geology
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Historical Geology
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Physics II
*
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3 hrs. |
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General Physics II with Calculus
*
|
3 hrs. |
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Business Analytics I
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3 hrs. |
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Statistical Methods
|
3 hrs. |
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Introduction to Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
|
3 hrs. |
Electives
Choose elective with advisor approval.
Note:
♦ If Math ACT score is less than 24, students will be required to take MAT 101.
NCCER modules required prior to graduation.
Hours to Degree
120 hours are needed to graduate with a BS in Construction Engineering Technology. At least 50 percent of the hours applied to a degree at The University of Southern Mississippi must be earned from a senior college, and 45 of these hours must be in courses numbered 300 or above. The student must earn at least 21 of the last 30 hours of course work and at least 12 hours in the major area of study from Southern Miss. See Residence Hour Requirements for more information.
Additional Note
Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Please be aware that not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online. However, sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Students in this program are required to use a Microsoft-based laptop. Software used in this program functions best with Windows operating systems.
Yes, this degree is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE).
Additional course fees for this degree may apply. Fees range between $20 – $100.
The following link will provide information for the steps you’ll need to complete in order to be admitted to Southern Miss.
To find pricing information, click here. For financial aid information, click here. For detailed tuition information, click here.
Follow this link and choose the term that applies to view the costs associated with part-time enrollment.
You should NOT be charged out-of-state fees because the online construction management degree classes are considered in-residence.
Yes, the university has a career services program that assists students in finding jobs post graduation. Click here to get more information.
Follow this link and choose the term that applies.
You must enroll in at least 12 credit hours in order to have full-time status for the online Construction Management degree in the spring and fall semesters and at least 9 credit hours in order to have full-time status in the summer semester.
Yes, you’ll start and end classes on the same date as the in-person students do.
It is up to the instructor of a course if exams require a proctor. You should always read the content in the syllabus and online course site to determine if a proctor is needed. There is an application that must be completed at least 15 days prior to taking an exam. For information about proctoring click here.
If yes, visit online.usm.edu/military for more information on how Southern Miss can serve you and your needs. We will help you with funding and scholarship information, admissions and course enrollment.
Please visit our programs page here: https://online.usm.edu/programs/
If you still have questions, please visit our FAQ page, or take a moment to fill out our form at the bottom of the screen, and we will reach out to you!
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements: See University Admission Policies
Program Academic Policies and Requirements:
- See University Academic Policies and Requirements
- A minimum grade of “C” is required on core courses
- A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required to be accepted into the construction management program.
- Construction Management (CM) majors are required to own a Windows-based laptop computer to be used in courses. Specifications are available on the School of Construction and Design website under the Student Info menu item.
Accreditation: American Council for Construction Education, http://www.acce-hq.org
