The program is structured for the non-traditional student with most classes meeting once a week in the evenings for three hours. Class formats include team interaction and the use of current information management technologies for communication. The program requires a minimum of 32 academic hours including preparation of an applied research project under the guidance of a faculty committee. The committee will advise, plan and monitor progress toward the degree. In the first semester, a program of study for each degree candidate must be prepared by the student and approved by the faculty advisory committee.
Admission is selective and based upon the applicant's qualifications and division resources.
Each student in the program must have a clear and stated reason for pursuing a Master of Science in Construction Administration. Evidence supporting these reasons must be submitted in a letter to the graduate liaison and must include a current resume. Applicants must fulfill all Graduate College requirements and agree to take required prerequisites prior to admission into the program. A specific program of study, including a research project proposal, is the responsibility of the student and must be completely planned and submitted to the division graduate liaison before the completion of a maximum of 12 credit hours. A core of construction science courses is offered in a two-semester sequence.