Building Construction and Facility Management

The master's degree program in the School of Building Construction focus on management-based education for industry professionals seeking executive leadership positions in the industry. Our graduate training offers a holistic approach to business processes, integrating coursework, seminars, and hands-on learning to equip today's industry professionals with the resources they need to excel in their professional careers. The graduate program consists of four tracks:

1. Integrated Facility Management
2. Integrated Project Delivery Systems
3. Residential Construction Development
4. Program Management

Students can complete either a thesis or non-thesis option for the degree.

Students in the program come from a variety of backgrounds, often with experience in facility management, construction, architecture, engineering, city planning, management, or business. The program is tailored to meet the needs of professionals by offering evening classes, giving students the flexibility of continuing to work while taking courses.

Thesis Option

The curriculum for graduate study with the Thesis Option consists of the following 36 semester hours:

Non-Thesis Option

The curriculum for graduate study with the Non-Thesis Option substitutes twelve semester hours of coursework for the thesis and consists of the following 36 semester hours:

The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is required for all students. The application can be completed online at http://www.grad.gatech.edu/apply. Applicants are also asked to submit a resume of professional accomplishments.

International applicants must also submit a minimum TOEFL score of 79 (internet-based test) and financial documentation of support.

The Building Construction Integrated Facility Management Track

The graduate track in Integrated Facility and Property Management offers a clear understanding of this complex field and its theoretical concepts. It focuses on developing and fine-tuning the management skills necessary for success in the facility and property management industry. Courses explore the many facets of integrated facility management including asset management, project management, facility operations and maintenance, energy management, workplace design and consulting, facility technology integration, design and construction, and real estate development. The program is accredited by the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Foundation; Georgia Tech is one of three universities in the country to hold this prestigious designation.

The Building Construction Integrated Project Delivery Systems Track

The Integrated Project Delivery Systems track educates students to understand, analyze, select, and manage the most appropriate and effective project delivery systems for constructing a facility. The curriculum emphasizes integrated problem-solving through state-of-the-art technical and management techniques. A variety of project delivery systems, that can be used independently or integrated, are examined. The delivery methods explored include the design-build system, the construction management/agent method, the hybrid bridging and partnering system; the negotiated select team method, as well as the traditional delivery method.

The Building Construction Residential Construction Development Track

The graduate track in Residential Construction Development focuses on the largest and fastest growing area of the construction industry. Students are exposed to the complexities and challenges associated with Residential Construction and Development. All segments of the housing industry are studied, including single family, multi-family, mixed-use, affordable, senior, and renovation. Students are provided with a comprehensive view of relevant public policy, development, design, and construction issues, and gain a realistic understanding of the current business environment and prospects for the future.

Program Management Track

This track is designed to educate students to manage projects from inception (programming and pre-design) and through the entire project acquisition process to occupancy by the user. Students are taught to manage pre-design activities, design procurement and management, construction procurement and management, and the overall management of the building acquisition process from the owner's (rather than the designer's or builder's) perspective. Graduates are prepared to work in program management positions for consulting firms or organizations who build often and must manage complex, often multi-building programs.

Requirements

1. Evidence of award of a bachelor's degree, its equivalent, or higher degree (prior to matriculation) from a regionally accredited institution; demonstrated academic excellence; and evidence of experience with the selected field of graduate study.
2. For international applicants, satisfactory scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). 600 (paper based), or 100 (Internet based).
3. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended in your native language. Note that transcripts printed from your student account and degree audits or self-translated transcripts and transcripts from evaluation services (e.g., World Education Services or Josef Silny) aren't acceptable.
4. English translations of any transcripts submitted for review. If the institution won't provide a translated copy, translations done by a public translator (through your embassy or an apostille) will be accepted.
5. Native language degree documents, if awarded degree isn't noted on transcript(s).
6. English translations of degree documents submitted. If the institution won't provide a translated copy, translations done by a public translator (through your embassy or an apostille) will be accepted.
7. Official GRE/GMAT/TOEFL scores sent directly from ETS.

Recommended 

• Unofficial copy of GRE/GMAT/TOEFL score sheets.
• Resume or curriculum vitae.

Scholarships

• Graduate Teaching Assistantships
• President’s Fellowships ($5,500 per year)
• Institute Fellowships