Construction Management Degree

The construction management program at University of Denver 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 Colorado colleges that offer construction management degrees.

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University of Denver

6399 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO

University of Denver provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Denver, Colorado and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at DU exceeds twelve thousand per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Denver offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Social Sciences

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Very common scores among applicants accepted to DU are between 25 to 30 on the ACT, or 1650 to 1970 for the SAT exam. University of Denver admits about 70% of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 17% enrolled.

Tuition is approximately $42,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $7,100. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

DU participates in sports through the NCAA's Sun Belt Conference in Basketball.

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.du.edu.

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $95280

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