Online Master of
Construction Business
Develop executive business skills
in construction management.
16+ Months
17 Courses
32 Hours
$985/CH
OU’s online Master of Construction Business program is designed to prepare construction industry professionals for job advancement and leadership roles. You’ll gain executive business skills and real-world experience that build on your planning, design, and construction knowledge. You’ll focus on financial management, business accounting, advanced construction concepts, leadership, and more, preparing you to advance your career in planning, design, and construction.
In addition to online coursework, students will have an opportunity to attend a three-day, in-person residency on the OU campus during the capstone class at the end of their program.
Admissions Deadline
Rolling admissions (applications due 14 days before the intended start date).
Program Start Terms
Fall, Spring
Academic Term
Stay up to date with OU holiday closings, deadlines, and more.
Master's Degree
Become a Competitive Candidate
Develop the knowledge and executive business skills necessary to excel in construction management and the real-world experience to succeed in the planning, design, and construction industries.
Develop Managerial Competencies
Master the application of construction-related laws and regulations to negotiations and project development, emphasizing avoiding disputes through careful attention to planning. Develop negotiation, leadership, and communication skills across diverse teams and project stakeholders.
Flexible Format
Learn in a flexible, online format designed for working professionals. As you engage in online discussions with your professors and fellow students, you’ll gain valuable knowledge that will prepare you for career advancement in the design and construction industry. A three-day, in-person residency will round out your experience in the program.
OU Online graduates find employment within six months after graduation*
OU Online graduates report earning an annual salary of $75,000 or more*
OU Online students say the skills they gained in their program made them more competitive in their career field*
*Source: OU Online Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023
Pursue your
Construction
Business Master's
degree
The University of Oklahoma’s online Master of Construction Business program is a collaborative program between the Gibbs College of Architecture and the Price College of Business designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in executive business processes in the context of construction management. Students in the program come from varied backgrounds and will be prepared to advance their careers in the design and construction industry.
Students learn to effectively analyze managerial information and technology management data to make decisions and utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods to develop financial plans, forecasts, budgets, and other essential documentation.
Students will master the application of construction-related laws and regulations to negotiations and project development, emphasizing avoiding disputes through careful attention to planning, while developing negotiation, leadership, and communication skills across diverse teams and project stakeholders.
Course Offerings
Course Sequence:
- Introduction to Construction Management
- Construction Business Development
- Advanced Lean Construction
- Advanced Leadership in Construction
- Advanced Construction Law
- Experiential Learning in Design & Construction
- Financial Accounting
- Financing Management
- Investments
- Financial Modeling
- Organizational Behavior
- Negotiations
- Management of Information Systems
- Production/Operations Management
- Business Ethics/Legal
- Managerial Economics
- Construction Management Capstone
Getting Started Today
To apply to the online Master of Construction Business, 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 3.0 in undergraduate studies.
To apply, students must:
- Complete the online application at https://gograd.ou.edu/apply/
- Submit a current resume
- Provide official college 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.
Application Timeline
Questions about Admissions?
For more information on the admissions process, please complete the contact form below, and an admissions counselor will be in touch shortly.
Paying for School
If you would like to compare the estimated cost of your program with a typical financial aid package, use the cost calculator on our OU Online financial aid page.
Graduate tuition waivers cannot be applied to OU Online programs. OU Online programs qualify for the OU Faculty/Staff Tuition Waiver & Fee Exemption, and we encourage you to check your eligibility.
Tuition waiver and fee exemption package application
If you have questions regarding financial aid for your online program, please get in touch with the Online Aid office by emailing onlineaid@ou.edu or calling 405-325-2929.
same academic excellence
Earning a Master of Construction Business degree from OU Online gives you the skills to succeed in a growing and evolving field. It also gives you access to career support and an expanded professional network as part of the global OU alumni community. Stand out where the industry is moving while enjoying the potential for higher pay, career advancement, and new opportunities.
Tuition and fees for the program are $31,520 ($985 per credit hour). Books and additional materials are not included.
Once accepted into the program, students must submit a $350 nonrefundable deposit within two weeks. Deposits are applied toward tuition expenses and secure a student’s place in the upcoming class. There is no application fee for this degree.
Tuition Calculator
Our tuition calculator can help you estimate your tuition and financial aid for your program of interest.
Why OU Online?
We are a top-tier public institution offering high-quality, affordable, professional undergraduate and graduate programs committed to maintaining academic excellence online.
Our Online Programs
Every OU Online program is built on the foundation of world-class faculty mixed with professors of practice providing valuable instruction. By linking industry experts with our online programs, we offer the most advanced curriculum and prepare students for future career success.
Our OU Family
When you graduate from an OU Online program, you’ll join the network of 250,000 OU alumni and be forever part of the OU family. Become part of the tradition of excellence that OU has established in its 130-year history.
Request Information
Complete the form below to learn more about our online programs and how to get started.
By clicking “Learn More”, I consent to the University of Oklahoma and its representatives contacting me about educational opportunities via automated calls, text messages (SMS/MMS), and email at the number and email provided. Message and data rates may apply. Consent is not required to attend the University of Oklahoma or to receive information by other means. For details on how OU collects and protects your information, review the Privacy Policy.
