I chose the UAB CEM program because it was 100% online, an accredited program, nationally ranked and highly regarded, the curriculum fit my needs, I was impressed with the faculty during my interview, and UAB is a very reputable university. Because of the program, I have increased my salary, have made some great memories, and would not trade the experience for anything.

If I could speak to anyone considering the CEM program, I would say that a rewarding adventure awaits you. It can be a humbling and challenging experience, but every step along the way will become well worth the journey. I recently found my dream job with a local general contractor and I found a new (alumni) family within the CEM program.

After building houses for several years, I recently applied for a position as an assistant project manager in the commercial construction industry. Without the challenges that the CEM program has given me, I do not feel that I would be prepared for this role. I feel that this degree helps jump start us late bloomers back to the front of the crowd. I would not trade this degree for the world, and it has given me the confidence to compete with the best of the best in the construction industry.

Because of the classes in the CEM program, I have gained a greater confidence in the work that I do every day. My supervisor would agree, because some of the younger folks in our company are starting the CEM program right now. The results coming out of the program speak for themselves and it is something that they believe in. My advancement in the company would not have been possible without this degree.

I really believe that the CEM program played a major part with me getting the company position that I have now. Even though I had only completed a few semesters of classes, pursuing a master’s degree made me stand out above the other candidates.”

The CEM program has made me more technologically agile, improved my confidence and presentation skills, and has given me important construction knowledge that will make my resume stand-out.

he CEM program has helped me get a new job, land a quick promotion, and to excel in my new job duties. It has given me the construction and management skills to handle almost anything that arises in the office or on a construction project.

As a young construction estimator, I wanted to gain a better technical background in construction. The CEM program has been amazing.

I have been in construction most of my life and can build almost anything, but the management skills in the CEM program have filled many missing gaps and given me more business confidence.

I landed my first job as an estimator/ project manager just by showing that I was enrolled in the CEM program on my resume. It immediately opened doors that were once closed and allowed me to advance in the construction industry.

As soon as I listed being enrolled in the CEM program on my resume, doors started swinging wide open and it was incredible to see. I have told many others about the program because everything that I have learned has been so relevant to my construction job.

This is the program that I was looking for because it gave me the opportunity to go to school and work at the same time, it allowed me to earn a real graduate degree, the courses were all related to the construction industry, and they are very relevant to my everyday work.

The CEM program has allowed me the opportunity to earn my CAPM certification and to begin pursuing the PMP certification. The knowledge gained will soon let me run my own construction projects as a Project Manager.

The CEM program was an investment in myself. My increased value and success in the construction industry is a testament to the people at UAB. It was all worthwhile and it pays off every single second of the day.