Starting and growing a construction business takes more than technical expertise. Contractors and construction managers also need the skills to estimate projects, manage budgets, understand contracts, navigate regulations, and make sound business decisions.
The Construction Management Certificate Series, offered by the Temple University Fox School of Business and the Small Business Development Center, is a 9-month series designed to provide practical business management tools to existing and aspiring independent contractors.
Who Is the Program For?
The Construction Management Certificate Series is designed for:
- Start-up contractors preparing to launch or grow their businesses
- Construction companies up to four years in business looking to strengthen their operations
- Novice construction managers developing their project management and business skills
Whether you’re new to the industry, building your contracting business, or stepping into a construction management role, the series provides an opportunity to strengthen the skills needed to manage projects and operate a successful construction business.
What Will You Learn?
Over the course of nine months, participants will explore key topics across construction management and business operations, including:
- Team Building and Baseline Assessment
- Construction Blueprints
- Methods & Materials
- OSHA Regulations for Contractors
- Quantity Take-Off & Cost Estimating
- Project Scheduling & Budgeting
- Accounting and Loans
- Contract Administration & Control
- Contract Law
- Pre-Business
- Bonding & Insurance
The curriculum is designed to help participants develop a stronger understanding of the operational considerations involved in managing construction projects and running a construction business.
Earn a Special Certificate of Completion
Participants who complete the series will earn a Special Certificate of Completion from the Temple University Fox School of Business and the Small Business Development Center.
Beyond the certificate, the program offers an opportunity to build knowledge, strengthen business practices, and connect with other professionals in the construction industry.
Registration Is Open
The next Construction Management Certificate Series begins October 10, 2026, and registration is now open.
If you’re a contractor or construction manager ready to strengthen your skills and build a stronger foundation for your business, register today for the Construction Management Certificate Series.