Taught by the same leading faculty and offering the same rigorous curriculum as the in-person program, the online Master of Science in Construction Management is a flexible option designed for busy professionals seeking convenience without compromising quality.
The master’s program provides an environment where graduate students develop advanced knowledge to enhance professional practice and apply research-driven insights to management decisions that impact organizations in a global economy.
Upon graduation, students will possess skills in effective written communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, research methods, advanced communication technology, professional ethics, advanced construction management practices, risk management and principles of leadership in business.
Students with an undergraduate background in construction management or related areas may complete the program in one year if studying full-time. Those who need foundational courses may require additional time.
The program offers both thesis and non-thesis options: the thesis track includes 30 hours of coursework plus 6 hours of thesis work, while the non-thesis track consists of 36 hours of coursework, with up to 6 hours of independent studies.
Application Requirements
Students interested in applying to the program can decide between the thesis or non-thesis option. Choosing between a thesis and a non-thesis depends on the student’s preference, capabilities to conduct research and mutual interests between the faculty and student.
Prospective students who hold four-year undergraduate degrees in construction management or its equivalent in related fields may normally complete the program in one academic year as full-time students.
Only those applicants who have submitted complete application packets will be considered. Meeting the minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admission.
Minimum Requirements
- Complete the online graduate admission application and select MS in Construction Management
- All applicants must submit official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities. Transcripts must be submitted in sealed envelopes directly from the respective institutions.
- A four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution as well as a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 is required. A GPA less than 3.0 falls under conditional master’s admission.
- Submit official proof of bachelor’s degree. A notarized copy of the original diploma is required if the degree is not posted on the official transcripts.
- GRE test scores: GRE scores is not mandatory unless your GPA is below 3.0
- Statement of purpose detailing your professional goals and reasons for pursuing a master’s degree at FIU (optional)
- Current resume/CV
Construction Management Short Course
Students with deficiencies in these fields may need longer residence for the master’s degree, as they will be required to take specified basic courses.
The program offers a self-paced short course module that can be started at any time and will substitute the pre-requisite courses. This short, self-paced course substitutes the pre-requisite requirements for admission to the program for applicants without an undergraduate degree in construction, engineering, or architecture.
International Applicants
- If you earned a bachelor’s degree in a country whose official language is not English, you must demonstrate English language proficiency by earning a passing score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Duolingo. When requesting official scores, please refer to FIU Institution code 5206. View the list of TOEFL/IELTS-exempt countries.
- TOEFL minimum score is 550 (paper-based exam) or 80 (internet-based), IELTS required minimum score is 6.5.
- Official Transcripts Translation. If official transcripts are not in English, a second copy of the transcript must be requested for translation by an official translation agency. Both the official translation, as well as the original transcripts, must be submitted to FIU.
- Certified Copy of Diploma if you obtained your degree at a foreign institution.
Since this is an online program, FIU does not issue I-20s or F-1 visa transfers for enrollment.
Financial Aid
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