Construction Management (MS)

Program Overview

Texas State is located in San Marcos, Texas, part of the booming Austin Metropolitan Area. Students have opportunities in construction-oriented research, internships, and employment.

Texas State’s construction management master’s degree is based on nationally recognized academic standards along with feedback from the department’s Construction Advisory Board.

Course Work

The 30-hour program has two options:

• Non-Thesis Option. For professional working students whose career goals are to attain advanced knowledge in the construction management field. The courses will be available 100% online to allow students to maintain their employment status. Students can choose to attend full time or part time. Full-time students will be able to complete the program in one year.
• Thesis Option. For students inclined to go to a Ph.D. program or develop in-depth knowledge in a specific research area through the writing of a thesis.

Online Options

The non-thesis option of this program can be completed 100% online. If you are not a Texas resident and will not relocate, please visit the Office of Distance and Extended Learning. International applicants may be eligible to receive a Form I-20 or DS-2019 for an F-1 or J-1 visa from Texas State and complete courses in person in order to maintain the eligibility requirements.