Students are the heart of our program. Their stories are shared on our website and exemplify the strengths of our students when they join the program, the importance of soft skills they gain, and the applied knowledge they acquire by the time they graduate.
Enrollment
In Academic Year 2021–22, there were a total of 711 class registrations over the three academic semesters (fall 2021, spring 2022, summer 2022). There were 219 registrations (31%) from other colleges within the University: 13% were from the College of Design, 6% from the College of Science and Engineering, 5% from the College of Liberal Arts, and 6% from other colleges (source: UM Analytics).
During AY 2021−22, a total of 162 students were enrolled in one or more credentials of the program, 82 in the major, 35 in the premajor, 41 in the minor, and 21 in the certificate. Forty-eight new students were admitted to one of these credentials.
Graduation Statistics
Since the program’s inception in AY 1997−98, there have been 530 major, 235 minor, and 127 certificate graduates. Another 35 students have completed the Inter-College Program with a track in Construction Management. The current average GPA is 3.3 in the major, 3.6 in the minor, and 3.5 in the certificate; the average times taken to complete the program are 2.4, 2.4, and 1.7 years, respectively.
|
Graduates |
2017−18 |
2018−19 |
2019−20 |
2020−21 |
2021−22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CMGT Major |
37 |
45 |
24 |
21 |
29 |
|
Average GPA |
3.1 |
3.1 |
3.3 |
3.3 |
3.3 |
|
Average years to complete |
2.5 |
2.4 |
2.1 |
2.5 |
2.4 |
|
CMGT Minor |
14 |
9 |
4 |
4 |
8 |
|
Average GPA |
3.5 |
3.3 |
3.4 |
3.3 |
3.6 |
|
Average years to complete |
1.6 |
1.5 |
2.0 |
2.3 |
2.4 |
|
CMGT Certificate |
7 |
6 |
5 |
8 |
9 |
|
Average GPA |
3.3 |
3.3 |
3.0 |
3.5 |
3.5 |
|
Average years to complete |
1.4 |
1.6 |
1.3 |
1.4 |
1.7 |
Source: CCAPS Tableau Reports – Undergraduate Programs Graduate Data
Student Outreach
Information Sessions and Outreach
For AY 2021−22:
- Virtual Transfer College Fair/Information Session with community colleges
- Anoka-Ramsey Community College
- Century College
- Inver Hills Community College
- Minneapolis Community and Technical College
- Normandale Community College
- North Hennepin Community College
- Rochester Community and Technical College
- Saint Paul College
- Eight Virtual Transfer Visit Days held in collaboration with the Office of Admissions
- Ten Virtual Student Drop-In Days
- Virtual Major/Minor Expo for specific University of Minnesota students
- Virtual Community College Counselors Breakfast
- Virtual Transfer Recruitment Week January 18–20
- STEM Majors at the University of Minnesota 1/20/22
- Business Majors at the University of Minnesota 1/18/22
- One-on-one student advising appointments
- Zoom advising appointments
- Seven email newsletters with different Construction Management information and highlights sent to potential students that have opted into receiving information on the program
- Follow-up emails from the Construction Management enrollment advisor to prospective students that have inquired about the program
- Marketing campaigns that include digital, print, and social media
Advising Summary and Statistics
Advising is a critical factor in student success, and the Student Experience in the Research University (SERU) survey results demonstrate very high satisfaction with the Construction Management advising. Construction Management advising is identified as a key strength in the program accreditation reports.
The Construction Management program benefits from two advisors, Senior Academic Advisor, Megan Seltz who was awarded the University of Minnesota Tate Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising in 2017. Advising support is also provided by Teresa Fruen, Director of Undergraduate Academic Advising, who has 30 years of advising experience and institutional knowledge.
For AY 2021−22, the advising staff completed approximately 200 individual appointments, many on Zoom, in addition to email inquiries. The advising staff is responsible for guiding all degree and certificate students and assisting minor students as required. In addition, advisors regularly communicate with colleagues in other programs and colleges to make them aware of our program as part of recruitment efforts.
New Website for Current Students
The focus of the main program website is to attract new students. However, in 2022 a new website for current students was launched. This is intended to be a one-stop shop for all Construction Management student academic needs, including finding information, accessing important forms and documents, contact information, and news and student activities.
Student Experience in the Research University Survey
The SERU survey is a comprehensive national evaluation offered in alternate years to all degree-seeking University of Minnesota undergraduate students. The University of Minnesota has participated since 2009. The most recent survey for which we have results is from 2021. The items provide an extensive snapshot of the student experience, tapping into diverse domains of interest to a variety of campus stakeholders. Results of the SERU survey are used to assess many elements of the Construction Management program. See Appendix A, the Quality Improvement Plan, for a summary of the SERU survey results.
SERU Survey Results 2022
Construction and Facility Management Student Association (CFMSA)
CFMSA’s primary goals are to provide students studying Construction or Facility Management access to networking opportunities within their prospective industries, to strengthen bonds among students in the major, and to connect students to local professional organizations in their desired fields. CFMSA officers for 2021–22 were:
- Grant Weis, President
CFMSA Events 2021−22
The UMN CFMSA hosted several events for the 2021−2022 academic year. The student association kicked off the fall semester with an outdoor Back-to-Campus Social Picnic. The group organized outside the Civil Engineering Building for introductions, networking, and food from Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers.
Later in the fall, the students traveled a mile down the Mississippi River to tour a brand new, state-of-the-art University facility. The Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain Tour introduced students to the nuances and intricacies of the medical and research building sector while further connecting the organization.
In the spring, more tours commenced. The CFMSA hosted tours of the Mall of America and the Hennepin County Medical Examiners Facility. Later in the semester, the CFMSA participated in a Mock Bid Day Competition event. This provided students a hands-on experience into the exciting, high-speed environment that construction bid days create.
To cap off the year, the group had a fun social event consisting of Axe Throwing at the Mall of America
CFMSA hosts a website for the student association. One of the key features of the site is the calendar, which shows upcoming CFMSA events as well as different conferences, workshops, and activities hosted by other professional associations in the area. Members sported custom CFMSA jackets in maroon and gold at all events.
Goals for the upcoming school year include membership growth, increased collaboration with the Construction Management Alumni Association, and continued interaction with companies and professionals in the Twin Cities. Due to COVID-19, many other student events such as Happy Hours and networking events were hosted virtually.