Construction Science and Management, M.Res.

Location(s): Research Based (European Model)

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The field of construction is seeing growth as the demand for innovation increases. Professionals in this area explore solutions to raise revenue, lower costs, and sustain profit margins, all while producing higher quality results, maintaining safety, practicing methods in Green Building, acquiring Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, and performing construction analytics in a competitive global environment. Construction professionals manage critical infrastructure as well as technology integration in the planning and development of electrical grids, power plants, business buildings, and other structures. Adaptability and creative thinking, along with teamwork, management, and engineering, are essential skills for professionals in this field. Construction Science and Management is a rapidly growing field. Professionals are in high demand and considered a crucial part of any industry engaged in the design of buildings and physical infrastructure within our communities. Graduates of the Capitol Technology University Master of Research (MRes) in Construction Science and Management can expect to be qualified for high paying jobs across all areas of industry and government.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon program completion, graduates will be able to:

Develop effective research proposals using appropriate methodologies and designs in an ethical manner.
Incorporate the theoretical basis and practical applications of construction science and management into related problem solving and task accomplishment.
Execute a research project to successfully complete and defend a significant piece of scholarly work in construction science and management.
Demonstrate effective oral and writing skills in professional communications.

Course Requirements

Master of Research 30 Credits

MRS 700 - Fundamentals of Graduate Research I 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
MRS 710 - Fundamentals of Graduate Research II 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CMR 715 - Construction Science and Management Research Proposal 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CMR 725 - Construction Science and Management Research and Data Collection 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CMR 735 - Construction Science and Management Thesis and Defense 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Notes

MRS 700 must be taken as the only class in the first semester.
No more than one class allowed in following semesters without Dean’s approval.