Construction Management edX - online learning platform

Overview

The Construction Management programme in collaboration with University System of Maryland - USMx is a Professional Certificate. 

Key Facts

In this program you will learn to successfully manage construction projects and deliver with the skills of a modern Construction Manager. During the past several years, the construction industry and the built environment has been through enormous changes. From general contracting to construction management to project management and program management.

Construction Management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to the many activities required to complete a project successfully. This requires both practitioners and students to understand the many aspects of the world of owners, designers, developers, local, state, & federal government agencies, tenants, regulatory agencies, community groups & stakeholders, contracting lawyers, zoning attorneys, environmental lawyers, insurance providers, financial agencies, bonding companies, and subcontractors.

Job Outlook

• The average salary for Construction Manager in the U.S. is $113,612. (Source: Salary.com)
• As proven during the pandemic, Construction Management is a recession-proof industry with few downturns due to the continuous growth in population, need to replace failing infrastructure, and stimulus that construction provides the economy.
• Job growth is much higher than average according to BLS with an 8% expected YoY growth through 2029 accounting for over 40,000 new jobs.
• Career prospects include roles such as Construction Manager, Contracts Manager, General Contractor, Project Manager, or Project Engineer.
• Prospective candidates include Clark Construction, Consigli, Bechtel, Structural, Whiting Turner, and others.
• Candidates will be approached once initial approval and course scope are completed.