Learn leadership and business concepts for construction, renovation or restoration projects and prepare to be an effective leader and partner.
BUILDING FUTURE LEADERS IN CONSTRUCTION
Purdue Polytechnic’s Bowen School of Construction is a recognized leader in construction education, accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. Our hands-on curriculum, guided by industry-experienced faculty, ensures students gain practical experience, including a required 800 hours of real-world construction work. Supported by an active Construction Advisory Council and extensive industry partnerships, our programs—both undergraduate and graduate—prepare students for leadership roles in the construction industry.
Explore Undergraduate Majors
Combine your appreciation for architectural design with communication skills to learn the process of constructing and managing the built environment.
Blend disciplines such as environmental design, architecture, technology, construction, art, and other trades to create indoor spaces that are both beautiful and functional.
Use digital models to design the construction of buildings and infrastructure in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry.
Explore Minors
Gain knowledge in current and emerging graphics theories and computer graphics technologies associated with design, documentation and modeling in the construction industry.
Prepare for a career in the built environment by learning about construction management principles and gaining an understanding of daily construction operations at the project and corporate level.
The Design and Construction Integration Minor focuses on the appreciation of design as socio-technical discipline and the understanding of management of design and construction integration.
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Lead and manage complex construction projects with advanced skills in management principles and innovative technologies.
Develop advanced skills in solving complex technology-related problems through applied research and leadership across various industries.
Gain advanced leadership skills in construction management with a flexible, fully online program designed for industry professionals.
Develop executive-level leadership skills in construction management with practical, 100% online courses designed for industry professionals.
Featured Faculty
What makes Purdue unique is that it pushes students to think practically while also preparing them to communicate professionally and lead in fast-paced environments. The faculty challenged me to think critically, work collaboratively, and hold myself to a high standard. On top of this, my professors helped connect classroom learning to the real construction industry."
Construction Management Alum
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