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Head of the Program: Semra Çomu Yapıcı

Professors: Cem Avcı,Gökmen Ergün*, Beliz Özorhon,Turan Özturan*

Associate Professors: Semra Çomu Yapıcı

Assistant Professors: Eyüphan Koç

Instructors: Levent Sümer*, Emre Ilıcalı*, Emre Çamlıbel*

^*Part Time

Construction Engineering and Management (CEM)
The Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) Program is a non-thesis Master of Science (MSc) program offered under the ABET-accredited Department of Civil Engineering at Boğaziçi University. Graduates of the program receive an officially recognized master’s diploma, not an online certificate. The CEM program admits new students in both fall and spring semesters, offering a flexible learning opportunity for professionals who wish to continue their careers while studying. The program must be completed in a maximum of three semesters. To graduate, students must successfully complete coursework totaling 32 credits and submit a final project.

Flexible and Modern Learning Model
The program adopts a hybrid education model tailored to different student profiles, with courses offered both on campus and online. This structure allows working professionals to actively participate in classes, discussions, and project work. CEM provides the academic rigor and rich learning experience expected from Boğaziçi University’s graduate education.

Interdisciplinary Structure
The program brings together participants from various disciplines, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering; architecture, law, and project management. This interdisciplinary approach fosters innovative collaborations and practical solutions to real-world challenges in the construction industry.

Bridging Engineering and Management
CEM integrates engineering fundamentals with managerial decision-making, financial evaluation, and risk management in a balanced manner. Students develop practical competencies in project planning, financing, digital transformation, sustainability, and feasibility analysis.

Academic Faculty and Industry Collaboration
Courses are taught by internationally experienced faculty members and leading industry professionals. This combination enables students to gain both theoretical knowledge and practical insight. Sustainability, innovation, and strategic project management are emphasized throughout the curriculum.

Sustainability and Digital Transformation
Sustainability holds a central position in the curriculum. Topics include green building design, life-cycle assessment, energy efficiency, and sustainable infrastructure development. In addition, the program integrates emerging technology themes such as digital twins, data analytics, and digital construction technologies.

Career Opportunities
CEM graduates pursue careers in project management, cost and contract management, sustainability consulting, BIM coordination, and real estate development. With its focus on sustainability, digitalization, and economic analysis, the program prepares graduates to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex construction projects.

MASTER of SCIENCE PROGRAM IN CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

Total Credits: 32
Total ECTS: 96

COMPULSORY CORE COURSES

CEM 501 Communication Skills for Engineers

CEM 503 Engineering and Managerial Economics

CEM 504 Statistics for Engineers and Managers

CEM 509 Financial Management in Construction

CEM 510 Construction Project Management

CEM 511 Strategic Management of Construction Companies

CEM 520 Case Studies in Construction Engineering

CEM 581 Project

ELECTIVE COURSES IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND RELATED FIELDS

CEM 502 Systems Analysis in Construction Engineering

CEM 505 Operations Management

CEM 506 Quality Management

CEM 507 Legal Issues in Construction Engineering

CEM 508 Decisions Under Uncertainty

CEM 512 Managing Innovation Process in Construction

CEM 513 Risk Management of Construction Projects

CEM 514 Performance Measurement and Management in Construction

CEM 515 Green Buildings

CEM 516 Construction Cost Estimation

CEM 517 Development of Construction Projects and Investment Management

ELECTIVE COURSES IN THE FIELDS OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

CEM 530 Innovative Civil Engineering Materials Technology

CEM 531 Experimental Technologies in Engineering Materials

CEM 540 Land Development

CEM 541 Geotechnical Aspects of Infrastructure Construction Technologies

CEM 550 Earthquake Engineering

CEM 551 Seismic Rehabilitation of Historical Structures

CEM 552 Smart Structures

CEM 553 Building Physics

CEM 560 Design of Advanced Highway Systems

CEM 561 Urban Transportation and Logistic Planning

CEM 562 Advanced Traffic Engineering

CEM 570 Sustainable Watershed Management

CEM 571 Environmental Impact Assessment