Construction & Infrastructure

This field of study encompasses the professional and technical skills necessary to advance your career within the industry. Having a more in-depth understanding of safety regulations, local and federal laws, and economics can elevate you to the next level in your career. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the average salary for construction managers is $97,180, but top jobs are upwards of $169,070 (the top 10% of earners). Having an advanced degree can position you towards advancement in a field projected to increase 11% by 2030.

$18.59T Global construction industry market value by 2028 (Expert Market Research)
>7M Employees in construction industry (ACG)
>733K Employers in construction industry (ACG)

Advance Your Construction & Infrastructure Career

M.S. IN CONSTRUCTION CYBERSECURITY

The master’s in construction cybersecurity is designed to give you the tools to analyze construction cybersecurity planning, tactics, techniques, procedures, and costs to develop the best solutions for all related challenges. You will learn to evaluate the ramifications of cybersecurity decisions on the construction industry with precise and advanced knowledge.

CURRICULUM

Courses begin with an introductory look into critical infrastructure and cybersecurity impacts on the construction industry. Subsequent courses cover topics such as construction industry software, malicious software, vulnerability mitigation, and internal protection.

CAREERS

Having a higher degree in construction cybersecurity can lead to a diverse number of career paths, including:

  • Director, Cybersecurity
  • Director, Construction Cyber Operations
  • Senior Director, Cybersecurity
  • Managing Director, Construction Information and Cybersecurity
  • Managing Director, Cybersecurity
  • Construction Industry Senior Cybersecurity Strategist
  • Construction Cybersecurity Consultant
  • Executive Director, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
  • Chief Cybersecurity Officer

TUITION & FINANCIAL AID

  • Online and on-campus courses: $630 per credit hour, plus fees
  • Independent study: $877 per credit hour, plus fees
  • Three credit course (including fees): $2007
  • Active-duty military tuition*: $350 per credit, plus fees
  • Retired military tuition*: Tuition $530 per credit, plus fees

*additional discounts or scholarships do not apply

Other discounts and scholarships are available, including those for hometown heroes (emergency personnel, high school teachers and administrators, and community college faculty/staff), EdAssist client employees and family members, Yellow Ribbon and Blue Ribbon program, private scholarships, and state and federal funding (scholarships, grants, and loans).

M.S. IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH

The master’s in occupational safety and health is designed to provide you with all knowledge needed to meet the industry demand for safety expertise. The program teaches a range of fundamentals in communication, complex problem solving, and application of organizational construction safety goals in a team environment.

CURRICULUM

Courses involve construction safety basics including math and metrics, as well as more specified courses like advanced hazardous materials, construction ergonomics, safety in facilities, and more.

CAREERS

Having an advanced degree in occupational safety and health can lead you down a variety of career paths, including:

  • Regional Safety Manager
  • Facilities Safety Manager
  • Construction Safety Manager
  • Safety Compliance Manager
  • Construction Site Safety Manager
  • Corporate Safety Program Manager

TUITION & FINANCIAL AID

  • Online and on-campus courses: $630 per credit hour, plus fees
  • Independent study: $877 per credit hour, plus fees
  • Three credit course (including fees): $2007
  • Active-duty military tuition*: $350 per credit, plus fees
  • Retired military tuition*: Tuition $530 per credit, plus fees

*additional discounts or scholarships do not apply

Other discounts and scholarships are available, including those for hometown heroes (emergency personnel, high school teachers and administrators, and community college faculty/staff), EdAssist client employees and family members, Yellow Ribbon and Blue Ribbon program, private scholarships, and state and federal funding (scholarships, grants, and loans).

M.S. IN CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The M.S. in Critical Infrastructure is designed to provide you with the security skills you need to protect the nation’s critical infrastructure sectors from digital threats. The program aims to arm you with advanced knowledge of cybersecurity concepts in relation to critical infrastructure, so you’re ready to be a first line of defense against cyberattacks.

CURRICULUM

Courses begin with an introductory study of critical infrastructure in relation to security and resilience efforts at the national level. More specific courses will cover topics such as SCADA networks and ICA security, computer forensics and incident handling, internal protection, and more.

CAREERS

With your advanced degree, you’ll be able to pursue positions like:

  • Principal Advisor for Critical Infrastructure Protection
  • Director, Corporate Planning and Analysis
  • Intelligence Analyst – Critical Infrastructure Protection
  • Security Researcher
  • Security Consultant Trusted & Resilient Systems Director

TUITION & FINANCIAL AID

  • Online and on-campus courses: $630 per credit hour, plus fees
  • Independent study: $877 per credit hour, plus fees
  • Three credit course (including fees): $2007
  • Active-duty military tuition*: $350 per credit, plus fees
  • Retired military tuition*: Tuition $530 per credit, plus fees

*additional discounts or scholarships do not apply

Other discounts and scholarships are available, including those for hometown heroes (emergency personnel, high school teachers and administrators, and community college faculty/staff), EdAssist client employees and family members, Yellow Ribbon and Blue Ribbon program, private scholarships, and state and federal funding (scholarships, grants, and loans).

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Capitol Tech

Designated a “National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity” by the NSA and Department of Defense, our award-winning institution is nationally recognized and respected across the STEM community. Combine our expert faculty (backgrounds with organizations like NASA and Interpol) with our alumni network (working across government agencies, large companies, and their own tech companies), and you will begin to see what the future can hold—for STEM and for you.

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