The construction management curriculum is designed to blend the technical aspects with the business aspects of the construction industry to produce a professional graduate who can manage construction processes effectively and efficiently. The curriculum is fully accredited by the American Council for Construction Education and may be divided into four segments. The first area is general education requirements by the University. This area includes courses in English, math, natural sciences, social science, art, and humanities. The second area is engineering with selected required courses in civil engineering and industrial engineering. The third area is business administration. Courses in this area include management, accounting, finance, and economics. The fourth area includes courses taught specifically for construction majors. These include graphics, estimating, contract, project planning and scheduling, construction methods, cost control, administration, law, and construction management.