Graduate Certificate in Construction Management
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 Graduate Certificate in Construction Management

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December 07, 2009
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Curriculum

The Graduate Certificate in Construction Management degree requires completion of 18 credit hours (quarter) of study. Depending on the experience and background of individual students a prerequisite course of CMGT 501 Leadership in Construction may be required or at the discretion of the faculty can be waived.

Total 18 Credits
CMGT 510Const Control Techniques3.00 credits
CMGT 512Cost Estimating & Bidding Strategies3.00 credits
CMGT 515Risk Management in Const3.00 credits
CMGT 525Applied Const Project Mgmt3.00 credits
CMGT 528Const Contract Admin3.00 credits
CMGT 538Strategic Management in Const3.00 credits

Course Descriptions

CMGT 510 Const Control Techniques - 3.00 credits

This course addresses the knowledge and skill sets required to successfully plan and control complex construction projects. Topics include procurement and contracts, pre-bid planning, contract budgets and cash flow, and planning case studies.

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CMGT 512 Cost Estimating & Bidding Strategies - 3.00 credits

This is an advanced course in construction estimating addressing competitive bidding strategies. Topics include profit objectives, analyzing the competition, and determining optimum combo of price, cost and volume.

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CMGT 515 Risk Management in Const - 3.00 credits

This course presents risk management techniques and practices specific to construction projects. Students will gain an understanding of the risks stemming from technical and business sources related to the construction process, and to identify, quantify, and develop the appropriate response strategies.

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CMGT 525 Applied Const Project Mgmt - 3.00 credits

This course presents the knowledge and skills required to successfully manage complex construction projects. Topics include the project management hard skills such as estimating and budgeting, time management, and planning.

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CMGT 528 Const Contract Admin - 3.00 credits

This course introduces the managerial and legal aspects of construction contract administration. The student is introduced to basic concepts of contract law employed in construction and the rules of interpretation. Topics include changes and change orders, disputes, differing site conditions, and defective documents.

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CMGT 538 Strategic Management in Const - 3.00 credits

This course presents concepts in strategic management within construction organizations. Topics include clients/constructors/competencies, portfolio management, and marketing strategies for construction firms.

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