Faculty: Graduate School of Science and Engineering

This interdisciplinary major combines construction management and legal principles, focusing on the planning, execution, and legal aspects of construction projects. Students explore key areas such as project management, construction law, contract management, and dispute resolution. The program emphasizes practical skills, legal knowledge, and the application of management principles to ensure successful and compliant construction projects. Graduates are prepared for careers in construction management, legal consulting, project management, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of construction management and construction law.
• Develop skills in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Learn techniques in contract management, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Explore the legal frameworks governing construction projects.
• Understand regulatory standards, ethical considerations, and safety in construction management.
• Analyze challenges and opportunities in construction management and law.
• Develop teamwork skills and problem-solving abilities for construction projects.

Core Outline:

1. Introduction to Construction Management and Law
   • Overview of construction management and law.
   • Fundamentals of project management and legal principles in construction.
2. Project Management
   • Principles of project management, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
   • Techniques for effectively managing construction projects.
3. Construction Law
   • Fundamentals of construction law, including contracts, damages, and regulatory compliance.
   • Techniques for understanding and applying legal principles in construction projects.
4. Contract Management
   • Principles of contract management, including negotiation, drafting, and execution of contracts.
   • Techniques for managing contracts throughout the construction project lifecycle.
5. Risk Management
   • Methods of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in construction projects.
   • Techniques for developing and implementing risk management plans.
6. Dispute Resolution
   • Principles of dispute resolution, including negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation.
   • Techniques for effectively resolving disputes in construction projects.
7. Regulatory Standards and Ethical Considerations
   • Understanding regulatory standards, ethical considerations, and safety in construction management.
   • Techniques for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting ethical practices.
8. Emerging Trends in Construction Management and Law
   • Analysis of innovations such as sustainable construction, smart contracts, and digital transformation.
   • Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in the field.
9. Capstone Project in Construction Management and Law
   • A practical project to apply skills acquired in managing a construction project or resolving a legal dispute.
   • Techniques for providing a comprehensive solution to construction management and legal challenges.

Assessment Methods:

Project management plans, contract management reports, risk management plans, dispute resolution cases, research papers, group projects, and internships.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Construction Management: Principles and Practices" by S. Keoki Sears et al.
• "Construction Law: Cases and Materials" by Philip L. Bruner and Patrick J. O'Connor Jr.
• "Contract Management in Construction" by John D. Bledsoe.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of management principles, legal concepts, and construction practices. Suitable for students in construction management, civil engineering, law, and related fields.

Duration of Study:

Typically 4 years to earn a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, and internships. Advanced degrees may take additional years.

Certification:

Graduates may earn a degree in Construction Management and Law and pursue professional certifications such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Certified Professional Contractor (CPC).

Target Audience:

Aspiring construction managers, legal consultants, project managers, and professionals seeking specialization in construction management, construction law, and project management. This major equips students with the practical, legal, and managerial skills required to excel in construction management and law, supporting the successful and compliant execution of construction projects.