Why a Certificate Program?
Clemson University's certificate program in construction science and management provides qualified students with an opportunity to take a selection of advanced construction management courses without having to commit the time and resources toward the pursuit of a master's degree. Students receive three hours of college credit for each course and a certificate upon completion of all six courses.
Prospective students apply in the same manner as graduate students. A bachelor's degree in construction science, construction management, building construction or a related area is required. There are no requirements to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). However, overseas students applying for the Certificate Program are required to take the TOEFL examination and submit their scores as part of the application process. Applicants from other disciplines may be admitted, but they may be required to make up any deficiencies in course work to provide the needed prerequisite skills and knowledge for the certificate program.
Certificate Program Courses (three credits each):
CSM 860 — Financial Planning and Analysis
CSM 861 — Construction Control Systems
CSM 862 — Personnel Management and Negotiations
CSM 863 — Advanced Planning and Scheduling
CSM 864 — Business Strategy and Marketing
CSM 865 — Project Management
If a student is enrolled in the certificate program and wishes to be admitted into the MCSM graduate program, he/she must meet all admission and degree requirements in effect at the time of application.
Admission Requirements
Acceptance must be granted by the Graduate School and the CSM department. Graduate School acceptance is based on performance in previous undergraduate studies. Acceptance by the department is based on performance in undergraduate studies, construction work experience and three letters of recommendation. The minimum admission requirements for the certificate program are as follows:
- Satisfactory GPA for the undergraduate degree
- One year of construction experience working for a registered construction company
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts from undergraduate and/or graduate schools
- A detailed resume of construction experience