The Master of Construction Management program is geared for professionals with diverse undergraduate degrees. The purpose of The Master of Construction Management program is to educate and train multidisciplinary professionals to understand and execute the broad array of technical and non-technical activities associated with construction management.
The program leads to an interdisciplinary degree with courses taken in five different schools - Viterbi School of Engineering, School of Architecture, Marshall School of Business, Gould School of Law, and School of Policy, Planning and Development.
The Master of Construction Management program covers most of the current theories and practice, preparing students for careers as industrial leaders in the real estate/construction industry. The program provides special attention to the function of the Constructor in real estate development. Graduates from this program have a variety of employment opportunities including: working for general contractors, real estate developers, sub-contractors, construction management firms, and architectural engineering firms.
International Students: This program is eligible for the OPT STEM extension.
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APPLICATION DEADLINES
| SEMESTER | DEADLINE |
| Spring | September 1 |
| Fall | December 15 |
Visit our Ready to Apply page for more information
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants to the master's of science programs in Construction Management are required to have a bachelor’s degree or be in the process of completing a bachelor's degree. Degrees in any engineering or engineering-related disciplines are frequently represented among our program applicants, including but not limited to the following:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Business (with Construction background)
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Engineering Mechanics
- Mechanical Engineering
Applications are reviewed holistically; simply taking these courses does not guarantee admission.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
The following materials are required to be included with your online application:
- Transcripts
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement
- Letter of Recommendation (2 required)
NOTE: The GRE is not required for 2026 applications.
The following link will take you to an overview of the tuition & fees for graduate engineering students, including payment information. Both on-campus and DEN@Viterbi students pay the same tuition
TUITION AND FEES OVERVIEW
Use the link below to download the Cost of Attendance to see a summary of tuition and fees by semester. The document is a typical example and the number of courses, and time to complete the program, will vary by student.
Estimated Cost of Attendance - 32 Unit Program
DREW POULTER
Why did you choose to enroll at USC?
I chose to enhance my technical knowledge and to have the opportunity to work on far-reaching projects around the world. I am grateful for my experience at USC, one that, in my opinion, is second to none. The network within USC encourages students to interact with each other which, in turn, builds their confidence and evolves their academic and emotional growth.
What's an experience at USC that you'll never forget?
One of my most memorable experiences at USC was traveling to Greece for the Innovation in Engineering Design for Global Challenges where we worked in teams to develop and implement products intended to help refugees living in camps around the world. This experience changed my perspective on the world and opened my eyes to the suffering and determination of refugees who were trying to better their lives and their children’s lives. It was life changing and I am very fortunate to have been a part of this course.
What advice would you give future Viterbi students?
My advice to future Viterbi students is to engage with your classmates and stay involved on campus even if you're working full time. I worked full time during my two years at USC and during my second year, I made it a priority to become more involved on campus. One of my favorite experiences of my USC Viterbi was participating in the Spark competition in Reno. During the competition, we were given a set of issues on a real construction project and instructed to design creative solutions to remedy the problems within 18 hours. We prepared for this competition for months and were guided by two senior-level project managers who took the time to carefully prepare us for this competition. The extraordinary experience was a valuable lesson in teamwork and staying focused as we multi-tasked towards our common goal.
2022 First Destinations Survey - Outcomes*
Alumni Employment - 2022*
(Companies & Job Titles)
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Agility - Site Engineer
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Air Astana – Commercial Pilot
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ARAMCO - Lead Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Engineer III, Projects Management, Project Engineer
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Arcadis Inc. - Environmental Engineer
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BeaconFire Solution Inc. - Software Engineer
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Boeing - EE System Design Engineer
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Charles Abbott Associates Inc. CAA - Assistant Engineer
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City of Los Angeles - Assistant Division Manager
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Clinpharma Consulting Global Group LLC - Engineer Intern
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Dow Chemical - Civil/Structural Engineer
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Dreyfuss Construction - Assistant Project Manager
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Emerald City Homes, Inc. - CEO - Founder
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Fehr & Peers - Engineer/Planner I
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FTF Engineering, Inc. - Engineering Designer
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Google - Software Engineer
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Hathaway Dinwiddie - Preconstruction Engineer, Project Engineer
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HSA & Associates, Inc. - Structural Designer
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JCE structural Group - Structural Designer
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KAFD Development Management Company - Prevention and Risk Manager
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KPFF Consulting Engineers - Civil Engineering
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Lily, Inc. - Vice President
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Los Angeles Department of Water & Power - Civil Engineering Associate
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MainStreet Property Group LLC - Assistant Development Project Manager
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Michael Baker International - Civil Associate I Water/Wastewater Engineer
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MTM Construction, Inc. - Project Engineer
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National Grid - Graduate Development Program (Associate Engineer)
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Onshore Maintain Potential Projects Dept. Saudi Aramco - Project Engineer
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Pinnacle Structural Engineers, Inc. - Graduate Engineer
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PMI KSA Chapter - VP of Marketing
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Propel Engineering, Inc. - Transportation Engineering Specialist I
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Saudi Aramco - Project Engineer
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Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries SAEI - Facility and Equipment Planning Manager
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Secretariat International – Associate
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Southwest Value Partners - Senior Asset Manager
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TEKsystems - Quantity Surveyor Engineer
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Turner Construction - Field Engineer
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University of Southern California - Web Developer I, Resource Employee
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Webcor Construction LP - Project Engineer
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Internships (Previous Years)
Aperture LLC; Barry & Wynn Architects, Inc.; Condon Johnson & Associates; Corgan Associates; DPR Construction; Mark G. Anderson Consultants, Inc.; Nebraska Department of Transportation; Structural Focus; Tipping Structural; San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency; VINCI Construction LLC; W.E. O'Neil; Walter P. Moore and Associates, Inc.; West Power Energy; WSP USA Inc.
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* Information is based on a voluntary survey and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive view of the 2022 graduating class.
This program is also available online to professional engineers through DEN@Viterbi. Because the DEN@Viterbi program provides a fully equivalent academic experience, the degree a USC engineering student earns is the same whether they are on-campus or online.
If you are interested in beginning classes as a DEN@Viterbi student next semester, explore the requirements and steps to enrolling as a Limited Status Student.
Learn More About DEN@Viterbi
Detailed Program Curriculum and RequirementsSchedule of Classes
DEN@VITERBI ONLINE COURSE OFFERINGS
The following courses and program requirements serve as program planning for DEN@Viterbi students. Course offerings and availability are subject to change. Please consult with advisor if you have any questions.
Core Courses
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| All courses are required - 16 units total. |
| CE 501 | Construction Practices (4 units) |
| CE 502 | Construction Business (4 units) |
| CE 573 | Advanced Technologies in AEC Practices (4 units) |
| RED 510 | Real Estate Practice and Principles (4 units) |
| Elective Courses |
| The minimum requirement for the Master of Construction Management degree is 32 units. At least four elective courses totaling at least 16 units are required for this degree. At least 2/3 of the units applied to the degree must be at the 500-level or above. |
| CE 460 | Construction Engineering (4 units) |
| CE 462 | Construction Methods and Equipment (2 units) |
| CE 469 | Sustainable Design and Construction (2 units) |
| CE 470 | Building Information Modeling and Integrated Practice (4 units) |
| CE 569 | Project Controls (4 units) |
| CE 574 | Construction Means & Methods (4 units) |
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