HPU | Master of Science in Construction Management

General Contractors Association of Hawaiʻi Construction Management Graduate Program

Program Overview

The General Contractors Association of Hawaiʻi Construction Management at HPU encompasses a deep understanding of construction techniques, project management, sustainability, and innovative practices, ensuring that our graduates are well-prepared to drive positive change within the industry and earn their online Master of Science in Construction Management degree.

 

This is a 30-credit program and tuition for the 2024-2025 academic school year is $1,300/credit. To view estimated costs visit hpu.edu/costs.

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Entry to our program is offered at our downtown Honolulu campus twice per year:

  • Fall (August) and Spring (January)

Admissions requirements:
  • Apply online at hpu.edu/apply ($55 app fee)
  • Official Bachelor’s degree transcript
  • Resume


Optional:

  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement/Essay

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Why Choose HPU for your MSCMGT?



Industry partners deeply rooted in Hawaii influence and shape our curriculum. We are the first and only specialized master's degree in construction management in the state.



Our curriculum covers a wide range of essential subjects, including construction, project management, advanced project scheduling and control, construction cost management, legal aspects of construction, risk management in construction, construction safety, compliance, and sustainability.



You will benefit from our established ties to industry, a strong alumni network, access to internships and professional organizations.

Key Benefits

Complete in as little as 16-months as a full-time student

Access to the full suite of HPU Coursera Career Academy certificates

Add professional credentials to your resume and share to LinkedIn

No prior business degree necessary

Professional Certifications include Google and IBM's Project Management certificate

MSCMGT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

30 credits

Tuition TBD*

*AY24-25 tuition rate, hpu.edu/tuition

View estimated cost of attendance, hpu.edu/costs

 

Coursework

  • Full-time enrolled, August entry

    Fall Semester (9 credits)
    Fall A 1st 8-week and Fall B 2nd 8-week

    Business Administration Concentration Path

     

    16-week

    Advanced Project Management Concentration Path



    Spring Semester (9 credits)

    16-week

    CMGT 6000 Construction Project Management

    CMGT 6100 Advanced Project Scheduling & Control

    CMGT 6200 Construction Cost Management



    Summer Term (9 credits)
    16-week

    CMGT 6300 Legal Aspects of Construction

    CMGT 6400 Risk Management in Construction

    CMGT 6500 Construction Saftey, Compliance and Sustainability



    Fall Semester (3 credits)
    16-week

    CMGT 6600 Construction Project Management Capstone

     

  • Full-time enrolled, January entry

    Spring Semester (9 credits)

    16-week

    CMGT 6000 Construction Project Management
    CMGT 6100 Advanced Project Scheduling & Control
    CMGT 6200 Construction Cost Management



    Summer Term (9 credits)

    16-week

    CMGT 6300 Legal Aspects of Construction
    CMGT 6400 Risk Management in Construction
    CMGT 6500 Construction Safety, Compliance and Sustainability


    Fall Semester (9 credits)
    Fall A 1st 8-week and Fall B 2nd 8-week

    Business Administration Concentration Path

     

    16-week

    Advanced Project Management Concentration Path



    Spring Semester (9 credits)

    16-week

    CMGT 6600 Construction Project Management Capstone

Professional Certifications Include:

Google Project Management

IBM Project Management