About

Are you interested in exploring opportunities to expand your knowledge and expertise in the construction industry? The East Carolina University Master of Science in construction management (MSCM) program may be just what you need. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide midcareer and experienced professionals with advanced skills and knowledge necessary for leadership and innovation in today’s global construction industry.

With a focus on construction management, engineering, architecture, business, finance and marketing, the MSCM program provides students with access to essential knowledge and skills required for success in the fast-paced and constantly evolving local and international construction arena. Whether you prefer traditional classroom and laboratory settings or online learning, the program offers flexible options to fit your needs.

As part of the program, you will have the opportunity to study advanced topics such as construction scheduling, cost estimating, land use and development, sustainable construction and global construction.

At the heart of the program is a research capstone seminar or thesis option that provides an opportunity to conduct independent study and research. Faculty members are highly qualified and experienced professionals who have gained expertise through applied research and construction projects. They deliver instruction on state-of-the-art tools, techniques and systems, ensuring that students receive the latest and most relevant information available.

If you are ready to take your career in the construction industry to the next level, consider the MSCM at East Carolina University. You will develop critical thinking skills, advanced knowledge and the leadership abilities required to succeed in today’s competitive global construction industry.

ECU Advantage

East Carolina's MSCM program was established in 2005. Construction management department faculty at ECU will ensure that you are prepared to continue your work at a higher level and with the skills necessary for career advancement in the construction industry. ECU's program is small and offers hands-on learning and practical knowledge for developing leaders in a global economy.

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What You Will Study

Program Coordinator: David L. Batie (341B Rawl Building; 252-328-1383; batied@ecu.edu)

Department of Construction Management faculty are actively engaged in applied research and encourage graduate student involvement in different dimensions of research and professional development. The High-Bay Laboratory is equipped to perform large scale testing in support of construction management courses and programs. Graduates from this program are prepared to take on managerial and leadership positions in the construction management professional arena.

The Construction Management, MS is delivered both face-to-face (on-campus) and online, and has a minimum degree requirement of 30 semester hours.

Core - 12 s.h.
  • CMGT 6600 - Research Methods for Construction
  • CMGT 6630 - Advanced Applications in Construction Scheduling
  • CMGT 6662 - Legal Implications of Design and Construction
  • CMGT 6664 - Advanced Cost Estimating/Cost Analysis
Options - 18 s.h.

Choose one of the following options: 

    Capstone (3 s.h.) and electives (15 s.h.)

    A written report based on the capstone experience and the presentation of a seminar are required for this option. The capstone proposal and subsequent work must be approved by the student's faculty advisor. Students desiring to pursue the capstone option are required to declare intent in the first semester of study.

    • CMGT 6700 - Research Capstone Seminar
    Thesis (6 s.h.) and electives (12 s.h.)

    A thesis and the presentation of a seminar based on thesis research are required for this option. The thesis proposal and final thesis must be approved by the student's faculty advisor and a committee composed of three construction management faculty members. Students desiring to pursue the thesis option are required to declare intent in the first semester of study.

    • CMGT 7000 - Thesis
Electives

(Classes are available on a rotating semester basis.)

  • CMGT 6605 - Decision and Risk Analysis in Construction
  • CMGT 6615 - Productivity Improvement in Construction and Engineering
  • CMGT 6625 - Residential Construction Trends
  • CMGT 6635 - Residential Project Risk Management
  • CMGT 6640 - Residential Land Use Management and Design
  • CMGT 6645 - Construction Financial Management
  • CMGT 6650 - Global Management of Construction
  • CMGT 6655 - Residential Sustainability
  • CMGT 6660 - Quality Control Systems
  • CMGT 6665 - Residential Codes, Contracts, and Law
  • CMGT 6675 - Green Building and Sustainable Construction
  • CMGT 6680 - Ethical Practices in Construction Profession
  • CMGT 6685 - Construction Safety Management
  • CMGT 6690 - Lean Construction
For more information about this degree visit the university's academic catalogs.
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