Construction Management Degree

The construction management program at Dunwoody College of Technology prepares students for careers as a construction manager, project manager, estimator, purchasing/expediting agent, contractor/sub-contractor, code enforcement officer, or building inspector. The program focuses on managing, coordinating, and supervising the construction process from concept development through project completion. Program courses include: commercial, residential, mechanical, highway/heavy civil, electrical, environmental, industrial, and specialty construction, as well as facilities management, project planning, budgeting and cost control, logistics, and materials management. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer construction management degrees.

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Dunwoody College of Technology

1900 East Camp Street, Ely, MN

The Dunwoody College of Technology, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was founded in 1914 through funds left by William Hood Dunwoody after his death to establish a school that would provide education to youth regardless of race, color or religion. The school is a private, not for profit 2 and 4 year institution providing education in a variety of fields. The school has grown and expanded over the years, established partnerships with various private industries, and expanded its academic offerings in order to provide students with the best education possible.

 Academics

Dunwoody College of Technology offers associate degrees and certificates through its technical programs, and as a 2+2 college, any associate degree graduates are immediately eligible to enter the bachelors degree program in applied management.

Programs offered include:

• Automotive Technology
• Computer Technology
• Design & Graphic Technology
• Health Science & Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at Dunwoody College of Technology must complete and submit the application via mail or online, along with all transcripts and/or GED test scores and the application fee. A personal interview with a counselor is also recommended. Once completed, the application will be reviewed and a decision rendered regarding admission. Financial aid is available to eligible students, and can be obtained with the assistance of the school's financial aid office. Financial aid is disbursed yearly and must be reapplied for at the start of each year.

Students Enrolled in the Construction Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Dunwoody College of Technology has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Construction Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, construction managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Duluth, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $93360

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).