MCB

The University of Oklahoma’s Gibbs College of Architecture, in collaboration with the Price College of Business, now offers an online Master of Construction Business in Construction Management. This 32-credit program will position students for understanding of the essential elements of the business, legal, and technical issues encountered in a construction environment.

Professionals holding a master’s degree in Construction Business may be positioned to assume more responsibility and commensurate benefits – including higher pay, broader career advancement, increased confidence with their knowledge, and expanded leadership roles in corporations and communities.  

As a graduate of the online Master of Construction Business program, students will be prepared to:

• Successfully implement best practices in project and construction management across all stages of the construction project lifecycle.
• Master the application of construction-related law and regulations to negotiations and project development, with emphasis on avoiding disputes through careful attention to planning.
• Interpret and apply lean management concepts to construction management projects with a goal of controlling costs and improving performance.
• Develop and master negotiation, leadership, and communication skills across diverse teams and project stakeholders.
• Effectively analyze managerial information and technology management data to make decisions.
• Utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods to develop financial plans, forecasts, budgets, and other key documentation.

The Master of Construction Business program is conducted over 4 semesters. It features:

• 8-week courses
• A blend of asynchronous coursework and live online classes
• One residency session at the end of the program
• 17 courses totaling 32 credits
• A mix of course content from the Gibbs College of Architecture and the Price College of Business

Course topics include:

• Construction Business Development
• Lean Construction
• Advanced Construction Law
• Construction Leadership
• Financial Accounting
• Investments
• Organizational Behavior
• Production/Operations Management

To apply to the online Master of Construction Business program, students must hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university (or appropriate international equivalent). Students should have earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in undergraduate studies and are recommended to have a minimum of three years work experience in the built environment.

Students must:

• Complete the online application
• Complete the online application at: https://gograd.ou.edu/apply
• Submit a current resume
• Provide official transcripts from all institutions
• Submit a personal statement
• International students must demonstrate English proficiency

Applicants may be required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), depending on their work experience and prior education. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and are reviewed individually.