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Construction Management

Construction management is a career field that involves the planning, scheduling and execution of construction work to ensure a project is completed according to the required standards of quality, time and budget.

OBU's construction management degree will provide you with a solid foundation in business  principles as well extensive study in the skills needed to oversee and coordinate construction projects from start to finish. Construction management courses will enable you to analyze construction plans, manage significant projects, and provide accurate estimates. These essential business management skills can also prepare you for a Master of Business Administration.

Benefits of an OBU Construction Management Degree

Our curriculum is designed to give you meaningful and significant work experience by either accepting existing trade credits or providing 12 hours of construction management internship during the program. Our most recent report shows 95% of OBU School of Business graduates are employed or are in graduate school. Our degrees will provide you with a unique well-rounded education that includes an intimate community experience, a Christian liberal arts education, and practical, project-based course work.

Jackson Winn

Accounting Specialist
Lingo Construction Services, LLC

“As a Project Manager on the rebuilding of OBU's campus after the tornado, I gained invaluable skills in leadership, planning, and teamwork, allowing me to see firsthand the transformation that construction brings. The Construction Management path at OBU will empower future innovators and builders to navigate every phase of a project, from preconstruction to completion, equipping them to lead and inspire in an ever-evolving industry and shaping the future of construction for generations to come.”

Incredible Education, Affordable Cost.

OBU provides a minimum $10,000 per year scholarship to every incoming first-time freshman and $8,000 to every incoming transfer student. And you could qualify for even more financial aid! Many of our students also receive money through federal Pell grants and OBU Bison Grants.

To get an estimate of what your cost to attend OBU might be, please check out our Net Price Calculator. We think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with how affordable an OBU education really is. Especially considering the incredible academic quality, personal mentor relationships with faculty and staff, and strong Christian commitment you will experience at OBU. You won’t find an experience like this anywhere else!

Program Information

Labs and Resources

Dr. Peggy D. Keck Finance and Data Analytics Lab

This state-of-the-art lab features a flexible, innovative and collaborative learning environment. A 49-foot-long horizontal ticker provides ever-changing data and information that will engage you and offer a highly professional and interactive atmosphere.  

The data analytics lab will maintain our standard of excellence set by our CPA exam preparation with the exam’s new business analytics requirement. 

Internships

OBU Construction Management students may take up to 12 hours of internship credit that will give them practical, in-the-field experience. The internship hours could be taken throughout the four years at OBU or in the context of a full-time experience in the summer.

Professional Networking Opportunities

Lydia’s Lamp

Lydia’s Lamp offers a unique opportunity for female students in the School of Business to enhance their future careers through connection, mentorship and knowledge. Founded in 2017, the program connects students with female business mentors who will help guide them through their time at OBU, The program can help build lasting relationships that go beyond their time at OBU and further prepare students for the workforce.

Elijah’s Mantle

This year-long mentoring program will  pair you with a businessperson so you can make a meaningful connection in the business world. Elijah's Mantle is an opportunity for male students to connect with industry professionals and receive mentorship and guidance that will enhance their future careers. The program often includes business professionals from various areas of specialty who, in many cases, are OBU alumni.

Accounting Club

The Accounting Club meets monthly offering students the opportunity to meet with accounting professionals. This is a great opportunity for networking and meeting representatives of accounting firms in the area.

Board of Executives

The Paul Dickinson School of Business has a Board of Executives that assures our curriculum remains relevant to industry and provides networking opportunities for you.

Leadership and Service

A vital leadership opportunity for business majors and minors is Collegiate DECA. This student club prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. DECA allows students to enhance their business skills and grow as a leader while networking with college university students  and business professionals from around the world. OBU students compete in regional and national competitions through DECA intersecting all functional areas of business.

Job Opportunities and Outcomes

A degree in construction management opens up a variety of career opportunities across different sectors of the construction and engineering industries. Here are some common job roles for someone with this degree:

  • Construction Manager: Overseeing construction projects from start to finish, managing budgets, schedules, and staff.
  • Project Manager: Coordinating and managing specific construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
  • Site Supervisor/Foreman: Directly overseeing construction sites, managing workers, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Cost Estimator: Analyzing project costs and preparing estimates, helping to manage budgets and financial planning.
  • Quality Control Manager: Ensuring that construction work meets specified quality standards and regulations.
  • Safety Manager: Developing and implementing safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations and protect workers on construction sites.
  • Construction Scheduler: Creating and maintaining project schedules, ensuring timely completion of construction activities.
  • Facilities Manager: Managing the operation and maintenance of buildings and facilities, ensuring they are safe and efficient.

Program Options

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

  • Construction Management

World-Class Faculty

OBU faculty are experts in their fields and will be with you every step of the way.

Dr. David Houghton

Dr. David Houghton

Chair, School of Business
Lloyd G. and Betty E. Minter Chair of Business
Professor of Business
Director, MBA Program

Dr. Timothy Darr

Dr. Timothy Darr

Lawrence Peitz Chair of Business
Assistant Professor of Computer Information Science

Dr. B.R. Dunk

Dr. B.R. Dunk

Instructor of Business

Dr. David Greenwell

Dr. David Greenwell

Bill and Twylah Horne Professor of Accounting
Assistant Professor of Accounting

Dr. Rich Rudebock

Dr. Rich Rudebock

Robert L. and Sara Lou Cargill Chair of Business
Professor of Business

Dr. Craig Walker

Dr. Craig Walker

Ernest C. and Ruby Wheeler Professor of Business
Professor of Economics