Drexel University Launches a New Graduate Certificate in Construction Management

The new online Graduate Certificate in Construction Management prepares professionals to become effective construction managers.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) June 30, 2009 -- Drexel University Online, a leader in online degree programs, has added a new program to its offerings, the Graduate Certificate in Construction Management from Drexel's Goodwin College of Professional Studies.

Within the construction industry there is a growing movement toward certification of construction managers. Faced with increasing owner demands, tighter project delivery times and increasing regulation, construction organizations are requiring that professionals possess the leadership skills needed to navigate the daily challenges of construction operations. Drexel University's online Graduate Certificate in Construction Management provides students with the leadership skills needed to effectively manage the obstacles they face.

While enrolled in Drexel's Graduate Certificate in Construction Management program, students learn the technical competence and strong business acumen they need to succeed. Equipped with a Graduate Certificate in Construction Management, professionals can expect to find excellent job opportunities and career advancement within the construction industry. Graduates of the program are qualified for senior level positions as construction managers, project managers, construction superintendents, project engineers, program managers, construction supervisors, and general contractors.

Similar to Drexel's other online degree programs and certificates, the Graduate Certificate in Construction Management is offered entirely online, and is intended for working professionals looking to earn certification without any career interruption. Students can learn anytime and anywhere with 24/7 online access to class materials, group discussion, instructor feedback and exams. With Drexel University's online degree programs and certificates, students earn the exact same degree as on-campus. Drexel University (http://www.drexel.com) is ranked as one of the nation's most innovative universities by US News & World Report.

"We're very proud to offer our students the outstanding Drexel curriculum within this convenient online format. All of our online programs, including our Graduate Certificate in Construction Management are taught by the same world-renowned faculty as our on-campus courses," said Dr. Kenneth Hartman, academic director for Drexel University Online.

Applications for Drexel's Graduate Certificate in Construction Management are now being accepted for fall 2009. For more information, visit Drexel's online degree website, e-mail info@drexel.com, or call (877) 215-0009.

About Drexel University Online:

Drexel University Online, winner of the 21st Century Best Practice Award for Distance Learning from the United States Distance Learning Association, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Drexel University, specializing in innovative, Internet-based distance education programs for working professionals and corporations in the United States and abroad. Drexel University is continually ranked one of the best national doctoral universities by U.S. News & World Report and enjoys regional accreditation by the Middle States Association of Colleges & Secondary Schools. A pioneer in online education, Drexel has offered programs online since 1996. Visit our website or blog to learn more about our programs and online learning.

Media Contact:

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