Construction Management BS
Earn your online construction management degree from Southern Miss!
Program-at-a-Glance (Undergraduate)
Credit Hours:
Total Hours: 120
Major Area of Study: 58
Additional Requirements: 15-36
Cost per Credit Hour:
$401.59
Learn more about this program:
The complexity of today’s construction projects requires greater skills and knowledge than ever before, and 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 here!
Construction management is about making sure the job is done right. This program will introduce you to a number of subjects like structural design, building modeling, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and so much more to put you in charge of the building project. 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. Looking for more? Our enrollment coaches are standing by. Click here for more info! This is your life, plus college.
A number of scholarship opportunities are available for online students! Our Online Student Scholarship gives first time, fully online students an opportunity for $500 towards their first semester. To get started with our Online Student Scholarship, or to view our list of available scholarships for which you may qualify, visit our Student Scholarship page now! You can also check out the School of Construction and Design scholarships to see what you qualify for.
*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
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Written Communication
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Composition One
|
3 hrs. |
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Composition Two
|
3 hrs. |
Natural Science
Select 2 courses with labs:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Biology and Society
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
Principles of Biological Sciences
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Biological Sciences II
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
Chemistry and Our Environment
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Chemistry I
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
Weather and Climate
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Physics
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Physics II
*
|
3 hrs. |
Humanitites
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Literature
|
3 hrs. |
Select 2 courses, 1 History required:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Civilizations: Beginnings to 1500 C.E.
|
3 hrs. |
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World Civilizations: 1500 to the present
|
3 hrs. |
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Introduction to Philosophy
|
3 hrs. |
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Ethics and Good Living
|
3 hrs. |
|
Comparative Religion
|
3 hrs. |
Aesthetic Values
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Art Appreciation
|
3 hrs. |
|
Dance Appreciation
|
3 hrs. |
|
The Enjoyment of Music
|
3 hrs. |
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Select 2 courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
The Human Experience: A Global Perspective on Human Diversity
|
3 hrs. |
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Concepts of Wellness
|
3 hrs. |
|
Basic Economics
|
3 hrs. |
|
World Geography: Dynamics of a Changing Earth
|
3 hrs. |
|
American Government
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Psychology
|
3 hrs. |
|
Understanding Society: Principles of Sociology
|
3 hrs. |
Mathematics
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Quantitative Reasoning
|
3 hrs. |
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College Algebra
|
3 hrs. |
|
Higher-level MAT course
|
3 hrs. |
Writing-Intensive Requirement (Major Area)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Technical Writing
|
3 hrs. |
ENG 101 & ENG 102 prerequisites
Speaking Intensive Requirement
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Oral Communication
|
3 hrs. |
Capstone Requirement
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Senior Capstone
|
3 hrs. |
Must be taken Senior Year; ENG 101 & 102 prerequisites
Major Area of Study Requirements (58 hours)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
History of the Built Environment
|
3 hrs. |
|
Digital Graphics I
|
3 hrs. |
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Materials and Methods of Construction
|
3 hrs. |
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Digital Graphics II
|
3 hrs. |
|
Estimating I
|
3 hrs. |
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Construction Planning and Scheduling
|
3 hrs. |
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Statics and Strengths of Materials
|
3 hrs. |
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Seminar
|
3 hrs. |
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Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
|
3 hrs. |
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Structural Design
|
3 hrs. |
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Estimating II
|
3 hrs. |
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Building Information Modeling
|
3 hrs. |
|
Professional Practice and Construction Law
|
3 hrs. |
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Internship
|
1 hrs. |
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Surveying
|
3 hrs. |
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Construction Project Management
|
3 hrs. |
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Construction Safety
|
3 hrs. |
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Project Controls
|
3 hrs. |
|
Senior Capstone
|
3 hrs. |
|
Soils and Foundations
|
3 hrs. |
Additional Requirements (15-36 hours)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Introduction to Financial Accounting
|
3 hrs. |
|
The Legal Environment of Business
|
3 hrs. |
|
Basic Economics
|
3 hrs. |
|
Principles of Macroeconomics
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Microeconomics
|
3 hrs. |
|
College Algebra
|
3 hrs. |
|
Plane Trigonometry
|
3 hrs. |
|
Calculus I with Analytic Geometry
|
3 hrs. |
|
Management for Organizations
|
3 hrs. |
Select 1 300-400 level course. Acceptable prefixes are: AEC, BCT, ACT, ACC, MGT, MKT, FIN, BA and ECO.
Select 1 course with lab:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
General Physics I
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Physics I with Calculus
*
|
3 hrs. |
Select 1 course with lab:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Chemistry and Our Environment
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Chemistry I
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
Physical Geology
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
Historical Geology
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Physics II
*
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Physics II with Calculus
*
|
3 hrs. |
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Business Analytics I
|
3 hrs. |
|
Statistical Methods
|
3 hrs. |
|
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.
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
Absolutely. The construction internship is a minimum of 300 hours needed for satisfactory of the class. You can sign up for the internship program in any semester. If you are admitted for Summer, you’ll work it as a Full-time job 35-40 hours a week. If you’re admitted for Fall or Spring, you’ll work part-time, 20-30 hours a week. The internship can be in any field related to the Construction industry, and you can complete the internship at your current employment as long as it falls within the industry. Throughout the semester, you’ll check in with your professor with quizzes about the work, how many hours you worked each week, and what you did. if you’d like more information about the internship program fill out our form, and our enrollment coaches will help!
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, visit our pricing page. For financial aid information, view our financial aid page. For detailed tuition information, visit our business services page.
The University of Southern Mississippi provides a Senior Citizen Tuition Scholarship Program for Mississippi residents age 62 or older. Legal residents of the State of Mississippi age 62 or older may enroll tuition-free in a maximum of six (6) semester hours for the fall or spring term. Courses on all campuses (Online, Hattiesburg, and Gulf Coast) are available to senior citizens on a space available, first come first serve basis. This scholarship program applies to fall and spring courses only.
To inquire about the availability of this scholarship, contact Precia Pedersen at precia.pedersen@usm.edu or the registrar’s office.
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. Visit the Careers Services page for more info.
Visit our Deadlines page 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 more information, visit our Proctoring page.
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
The following is required from all undergraduate applicants:
- Application for Undergraduate Admission
- $45 non-refundable application fee
- An official high school transcript for freshman (high school) applicants OR official transcripts from all institutions attended after high school for transfer applicants
- Submission of ACT or SAT scores for freshman (high school) applicants
- Documentation of two doses of measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) immunization. Upload a copy of your proof of immunization.
Students should be mindful of admission deadlines. For a full list of admission requirements, see the 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.
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.
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