Online Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from LSU
Develop core knowledge in construction methods, estimating, scheduling, safety, and project controls.
Apply management and engineering principles to real-world construction scenarios across multiple industry sectors.
Build decision-making and leadership skills needed to oversee projects from planning through completion.
If you already have a Bachelor's degree and are looking to gain skills in construction management, consider the Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Construction Management.
Accredited,
Top-Ranked
Accreditation
Our construction management undergraduate degree program was established in 1972 and has been accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) since 1982.
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Admissions
Whether you're a first-time freshman or a transfer student, our admissions team is here to support you from day one.
Apply by
May 11, 2026
Classes begin
May 25, 2026
I have no college credits
First Time Freshman
- 3.0 Core GPA on the 19 units of college-preparatory high school courses as outlined in the LSU Core
- LSU is a test-optional institution which means applicants will have the choice to select if they wish to have their ACT or SAT scores considered for admission. Click here to learn more!
I have some college credits
Transfer Student General Admission Requirements
- 30* or more transferable (academic, non-remedial) credit hours from a regionally-accredited college or university
- 2.5 academic GPA on all transferable college work attempted
- A grade of “C” or better in a college-level English course that fulfilled a general education requirement at the institution where it was taken
- A grade of “C” or better in a college-level Math course that fulfilled a general education requirement at the institution where it was taken
*Students who will not have 30 transferable credit hours by the time they plan to enroll at LSU can still be considered for admission if they meet all remaining transfer requirements.
To see about transfer credits please check out the TIGER TRANSFER TABLES.
Re-Entry Student Admission Requirements
- Students interested in applying for re-entry to LSU must have a 2.0 GPA on all LSU coursework and must meet the requirements for their prospective senior college.
- Students who have attempted 30 or more hours at another institution must also have a 2.5 cumulative GPA on all college work attempted. For your senior college specific requirements please check out the Re-Entry Student Requirements per College.
If you feel like you do not meet any of the above qualifications please reach out to your Enrollment Coach team member as there are different evaluation pathways for non-traditional students to take.
Undergraduate students who are reviewed and admitted by meeting LSU A&M general admissions requirements but do not meet the admittance requirements to a senior college have two admissions options:
- Option 1
Students can start with The University College Center for Freshman Year (UCFY). This academic unit is designed for new freshmen and some transfer and re-entry students. Their mission is to prepare incoming students for success at LSU and to help define their academic and career goals. Students typically exit the UCFY at the conclusion of the freshman year and enter one of the degree-granting senior colleges at LSU. - Option 2
Students can start with The Center for Advising and Counseling (UCAC). This administrative unit serves as the academic home for students who have attempted 30-plus hours of college credit and who do not yet meet the admission requirements for one of the University’s degree-granting senior colleges.
For a list of specific senior college requirements please visit the LSU A&M Undergraduate Admission page.
Tuition
LSU's online programs offer competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees. Plus, you may be able to save even more by transferring up to 75% of previous credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 123-125 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $445
- Cost per credit hour
- $14,685
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $54,735 - $55,635
- Total cost with fees
The final cost of this program will be determined once all transfer credits are evaluated. For the BCM program, you are able to transfer up to 75% of previous credits. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine if and how any prior college credits earned will apply toward your LSU degree.
*For further information about the approval for transfer credits and other requirements, please visit this site.
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Financial Aid Available
LSU offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.
Academics
The Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management is dedicated to providing the construction industry with a graduate ready to accept the challenges of today's global market. As a student in the program, you will receive an extensive education designed to prepare you to manage the construction process successfully.
What Will I Learn?
Our online BS in Construction Management is designed to build innovative leaders who have the skills, experience, and education to supervise and direct all areas of construction in the private and public sectors.
Students will gain professional knowledge in the following:
- Construction planning, scheduling, and cost control
- Business and construction law
- Business administration, finance, and marketing
- Surveying and estimating
- Mechanical and electrical systems
- Project management and construction safety
Minors and Certificates
The BSCM includes more than a bachelor's degree. It also includes:
- Business Administration Minor
- Technical Sales Minor
- American Institute for Constructor's (AIC) Associate Constructor Certification*
*additional fees apply
Licensure and Certification
While professional licensure and certifications are available in fields related to our degree programs, our programs do not directly result in licensure or certification. Licensure in fields related to engineering, construction management, or computer science generally falls under the jurisdiction of external organizations such as state licensing boards. For example, engineering licensure in Louisiana is governed by Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying (LAPELS) Board. If you intend to pursue such credentials, we advise you to contact the applicable authority to familiarize yourself with their specific requirements. Further, you may contact the associate dean for Academic Affairs in the College of Engineering (coeasscdean@lsu.edu) with questions related to licensure or certification.
Courses
The undergraduate degree in Construction Management aims to prepare students for a career in the business side of construction. This accredited online BSCM program focuses on providing students with business skills, experience, and education to manage the execution of any construction work in the private or public sector. Graduates of this program seek diverse careers as construction managers, business owners, field engineers, cost estimators, estates manager, consultants, project managers and much more. Students are able to acquire the core knowledge needed to construct a rewarding professional career in construction.
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
MUS 1751 Music Appreciation |
3 |
ENGL 1001 Composition I |
3 |
ENGL 2000 Composition II |
3 |
CMST 1061 Fundamental of Communication |
3 |
CMST 2062 Speech in the Digital Age |
3 |
SOCL 2001 Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
ENVS 1126 Introduction to Environmental Science |
3 |
PHYS 2001 Physics I |
3 |
PHYS 2002 Physics II |
3 |
CSC 1240 Statistics and Graphics with MATLAB |
3 |
MATH 1550 Calculus I |
5 |
Total Required Hours |
38 |
| Business Administration | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
BLAW 3201 Business Law |
3 |
Total Required Hours |
3 |
*General Education requirement for ACCE accreditation
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
CM 1011 Introduction to Construction Management |
3 |
CM 1112 Construction Materials and Methods I |
3 |
CM 2112 Construction Materials and Methods II |
3 |
CM 2113 Construction Equipment |
3 |
CM 2116 Construction Plan Reading |
3 |
CM 2501 Structural Principles and Practices |
3 |
CM 2105 Construction Surveying |
3 |
CM 3111 Construction Estimating |
3 |
CM 3502 Construction and Civil Materials |
3 |
CM 3201 Mechanical and Electrical Systems |
3 |
CM 3503 Soils in Construction |
3 |
CM 4101 Construction Scheduling and Cost Control |
3 |
CM 4211 Construction Contracting |
3** |
CM 2215 Construction Safety |
3 |
CM 3504 Applied Structural Design |
3 |
CM 4221 Construction Project Management |
3 |
CM 4202 Construction Enterprise |
3 |
Total Required Hours |
51 |
A grade of “C” or better is required for all Construction Management Courses
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
ISDS 1100 Introduction to Management Information Systems |
3 |
ACCT 2000 Survey of Accounting |
3** |
ECON 2030 Economic Principles |
3** |
FIN 3715 Business Finance |
3** |
MKT 3401 Principles of Marketing |
3** |
MGT 3200 Principles of Management |
3** |
Total Required Hours |
18 |
**Technical Sales Minor
Industry Emphasis Area (IEA) Requirements: 12 Credit Hours
The BS in Construction Management degree program offers Industry Emphasis Areas in Industrial, highway, commercial, and residential construction. Students are required to complete 12 credits in any one of the IEA areas. Please contact your department advisor on specific course requirements for each of the IEA areas.
Total Program Credits: 123-125 Credit Hours
NOTE: Admission into the College of Engineering is required for construction management majors prior to taking any construction management course numbered above CM 2112. Registration in any CM course above CM 2112 is restricted to students admitted to a senior college with a declared CM major or minor.
Testimonials
The Bert S. Department of Construction Management at LSU is uniquely positioned with the construction industry to deliver quality online construction education. This partnership with industry partners is well known at national levels. In addition, all faculty in the program undergoes online training for almost a year before they teach a course."
Careers
Graduates of this program seek careers as construction managers, business owners, field engineers, cost estimators, estate managers, consultants, project managers, and much more.
Graduates of LSU's Construction Management programs have a 90%+ job placement rate after graduation.
Career Opportunities
- Construction Manager
- Facilities Manager
- Site Engineer
- Buildings Surveyor
- Building Services Engineer
- Sustainability Consultant
Employers of BSCM Graduates
Employers that have hired Construction Management graduates include: Turner Industries, Performance Contractors, Cajun Industries, MMR, The Lemoine Company, ISC, Pala, Regal Construction, Baker Gulf Coast Industrial, Great River Industries, Wesley Construction, ExxonMobil, Chevron and DOW. Look here for a full list of companies that hire graduates.
