A Master's degree in Construction Management gives you the opportunity to develop the multidisciplinary skillset required of effective senior construction managers and supervisors. Drexel's online program focuses on meeting the challenges of complex construction projects, challenging deadlines and increasing regulation. As a Construction Management student, you'll learn technical knowledge, practical business decision-making, and leadership skills relevant to successfully managing construction operations.
Graduates work as project managers, coordinators, estimators, schedulers, safety specialists, business development managers, suppliers, regulators, and other stakeholders involved with construction projects. Some construction management graduates rise to senior-level executive positions, while others own and operate their own firms.
Step 1 – Earn your Bachelor’s Degree
An undergraduate degree in construction management, engineering or architecture is preferred; however, if you’re changing careers, Drexel’s online Master’s in Construction Management curriculum and concentration options will provide the strategic thinking and action-based learning skills needed for your new career in construction management.
Step 2 – Gain Construction Management Experience
Those considering a change in career should look for entry level positions or internship opportunities in a construction management firm. A management assistant position provides a first-hand knowledge of construction site operations.
Step 3 – Earn your Master’s Degree in Construction Management
Drexel’s online Master’s in Construction Management provides the technical competence, strong business acumen, and essential leadership skills needed to navigate the daily challenges construction managers face in successfully managing construction operations.
In the following video, Christine Fiori, Program Director for Drexel’s Construction Management program, explains 6 reasons to earn your Master’s in Construction Management and how the degree prepares you to advance your construction career.
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State restrictions may apply to some programs.
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
Drexel University is transitioning to a semester calendar system as of Fall 2027. View the semester program of study for this program.
| Core/Foundational Courses | ||
| CMGT 5301 | Construction Contracts | 3.0 |
| CMGT 5302 | Construction Estimating | 3.0 |
| CMGT 5303 | Construction Control Techniques | 3.0 |
| CMGT 5304 | Construction Accounting and Financial Management | 3.0 |
| CMGT 5305 | Community Impact Analysis | 3.0 |
| CMGT 6302 | Construction Leadership and Communication | 3.0 |
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Subject-Area Focused Courses |
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| Select three of the following: | 9.0 | |
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CMGT 5210
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Artificial Intelligence in Construction | |
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CMGT 5308
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Sustainable Principles and Practices | |
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CMGT 5309
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Community Sustainability | |
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CMGT 5310
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Real Estate Development | |
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CMGT 6520
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Equipment Applications and Economy | |
| Capstone/Thesis Courses | 3.0 | |
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CMGT 6999
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Capstone Project | |
| Total Credits | 30.0 | |
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
For the academic year 2026-2027, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
2026-2027 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2026
September 22, 2026
December 5, 2026
December 7, 2026
December 12, 2026
Winter 2027
January 4, 2027
March 13, 2027
March 15, 2027
March 20, 2027
Spring 2027
March 29, 2027
June 5, 2027
June 7, 2027
June 12, 2027
Summer 2027
June 21, 2027
August 7, 2027
August 9, 2027
August 14, 2027
2027-2028 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2027
August 23, 2027
December 8, 2027
December 13, 2027
December 17, 2027
Spring 2028
January 10, 2028
April 24, 2028
April 27, 2028
May 3, 2028
Summer 2028
May 15, 2028
August 5, 2028
August 7, 2028
August 11, 2028