Construction Management Associate Degree Program

All programs have been converted to a hybrid format incorporating online instruction with on-campus instruction for hands-on components.  Please contact the school for program specifics and safety guidance and protocols.

Enrollment and financial aid can be done from home. Use your time wisely and enroll today. This program was online and continues to be online ONLY.

What is Construction Management AAS?

Construction management is a broad and varied field. Generally speaking, construction management is a professional service that oversees the end-to-end aspects of a construction project. Construction management may include oversight of a project’s schedule, cost, quality, safety, scope and function. Individuals in construction management typically have existing professional experience in a given trade and pursue an Associate of Applied Science degree as an avenue to potentially advance their career in their trade. Such a degree has the potential to open new doors and move up the ranks.

What Career Options are Available in Construction Management?

Construction management has many different career options and many different career paths. A career in construction management may include the planning, directing and coordinating of various construction trades projects and you may oversee the work of subcontractors. Construction managers often participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting and implementation.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Construction Managers in Ohio are expected to increase 9% between 2016 and 2026.¹

How do I Start a Construction Management Program?

Prior to getting into construction management, professionals typically have some experience in a given area of construction, manufacturing or a given trade. To advance in these areas, individuals may choose to pursue a degree program to further their careers. At Stautzenberger College, our ONLINE program provides students with an opportunity to continue their studies beyond the diploma level. It is designed for people who already have 50 credit hours in a skilled trades concentration, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R).

Students complete general education courses such as College Math, Oral and Written Communication, Critical Reading and Thinking, History of American Government, Introduction to Psychology, and Ethics and Life Science. Skilled trade courses include Project Planning and Contract Management, Quality Control and Project Supervision, and Crew Leadership and Safety.

This online program could be completed in the comfort of your own home or our campus computer labs. Once you have earned your diploma, you could either start the associate program immediately or wait until you have started working. Some employers may even offer tuition assistance programs!

Our Construction Management program is designed to provide existing trades professionals with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and advance their careers by earning a degree. In order to be admitted to the program, you must hold a certificate or diploma in a trade or have approved skilled trades work experience.

Why Choose Our College?

For over 90 years, Stautzenberger College has provided training for companies to grow and for people to advance in their respective careers. We take a streamlined approach to education. Our curricula help students develop a particular skill set and knowledge base for a career rather than receive only a general education. We train you for jobs that employers tell us are truly needed in your community.

We offer affordable programs that typically take less time to complete and have smaller class sizes than those of other schools. That means you’ll get plenty of one-on-one attention, unlike a big school. You’ll learn from highly-qualified and caring instructors, who have real-world experience in their field. Most programs have classes that are highly hands-on so you can get a feel for what you’re learning. Some programs also offer an externship off-campus at a local employer where you’ll put your skills to work.

We offer on-campus, hybrid, and completely online diploma and degree programs that could provide you with more opportunities for jobs with room for growth.

We know it's all about a job. Our career services team has done the networking for you with numerous local employers. Prior to graduation, we could help find the perfect job for you. Employers have consistently placed confidence in our graduates' abilities.

All of us here at Stautzenberger College are here to help you succeed, whether it’s our free tutoring, helpful financial aid options, or connecting you with businesses for that great job. We are here to prepare you for quick entry into the workforce.

Financial Aid available to those who qualify.

Program length – 10 months

100% of the program is online

Reference:
¹onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9021.00, retrieved 5/5/2020