Construction your future
With a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Friends, you will be prepared to take on leadership roles in the construction industry by combining technical, managerial and business skills.
Construction Management
Start your future in construction management.
Program Highlights
A construction management program focusing on real-world applications with hands-on learning
The Friends University Bachelor of Science in Construction Management degree prepares students for leadership roles in the construction industry.
Dedicated Facilities
Hands-on learning through labs, internships and industry collaborations.
Wide Variety of Skillsets
You will be equipped with expertise in project planning, cost estimation, resource management, construction technology and a solid foundation in engineering principles
Passionate Faculty
Students learn to manage complex projects through construction methods, ethics, contracts, safety and sustainability courses while also developing essential communication and decision-making skills.
High Earning Potential
Your degree in Construction Management is designed to meet industry standards and prepare students to address the challenges of a dynamic construction environment.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates are well-positioned to excel in careers such as construction management, project planning and site supervision, contributing to infrastructure development and inovation.
Career Services
Helpful career guidance
Program Outcomes
A graduate from Friends University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management will:
Students will apply writing and reporting conventions appropriate to a business setting in the organization of a cohesive, accurate, and politically correct product with an identifiable structure and a well-articulated purpose.
Students will evaluate the Business Environment and anticipate potential Business Opportunities presented within the environment.
Students will justify the use of appropriate tools to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret data into useful information and communicate that information in the Business Environment.
Students will propose prevention and resolution strategies for violations of ethical principles (specifically including honesty and fairness with employees, clients, vendors, contractors, and financial partners) and incorporating a program of employee awareness of factors leading to unethical behavior and “gray” ethical areas.
Students will appraise and distinguish between key management concepts based on the Four Functions of Management (Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling) and integrate those concepts in the decision-making process.
Use correct grammar and vocabulary that is appropriate to the intended audience and is unbiased.
Featured Faculty
Dr. James "Jim" D. Long
- Professor of Finance; Division Chair of Business
- Business