The Master of Science program in Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) provides students the opportunity to specialize their education to the needs of their career choice. The goal of the program is to provide students the educational environment to expand their abilities as construction professionals, construction management, engineering, design-build, and owner organizations. The program offers educational opportunities in building construction and heavy/industrial construction. Preparing professionals for the analytical, multicultural, and creative demands of the future requires a strongly committed partnership between academia and industry. The continuing dialogue between the CEM program and the active local construction industry further enhances these educational opportunities.

Program Degree Requirements
Program degree requirements to complete the program requires 30 credits to graduate including either a Master research report (3 credits) or a Master thesis (6 credits). The program provides flexibility with two tracks for students to choose based on individual interests. The course credit requirements are as follows:

• Core Courses: 3 courses – 9 units
• Track Courses: 3 courses – 9 units
• Research Report: 1 course – 3 units or Research Thesis: 2 courses – 6 units
• Electives: 3 courses with Report – 9 units or 2 courses with Thesis option – 6 units

Management Track
The management track provides students the opportunity to prepare for careers in management of construction and engineering organizations with a strong foundation in organizational management, global engineering, and financial and risk management. Students in this track typically have several years of experience and are preparing to move into middle or upper management positions.

Operations Track
The operations track provides students the opportunity to emphasize technical strengths in field and office operations. The track provides a strong foundation in project planning and controls, safety, and design of operations. Students in this track have a variety of experience and are focused on positions from entry level field operations to project management.

For application to the Master of Science program and to view department graduate requirements, please visit the Department Web Page at: http://bechtelrh.colorado.edu/ceaetemp/3_2_1_degree_progs.html

For more information about the Master of Science degree, please see our CEM Graduate Guide.