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With the first cohort of 22 students starting this fall, the OU Online Master of Construction Business program has proven to be an unprecedented success. A blend of courses with the Gibbs College of Architecture’s Division of Construction Science and the Price College of Business, the Master of Construction Business is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in executive business processes in the context of construction management.
The program was developed to meet a demand for an advanced degree specifically for professionals in the field of construction. It takes classes that would normally be completed during an MBA program and adds in classes specifically related to construction management and leadership.
Created in order to bring students together that have some professional experience related to the planning, design, and construction industry and build on the knowledge gained in the workplace, the Construction Business Program helps students develop executive business skills in the context of construction management while gaining valuable real-world experience along the way.
By extending its expertise to OU Online programs, the Division of Construction Science has been able to reach more students than ever before. The diversity of the students in the program makes for an excellent educational experience for all involved. Because all students have some level of experience in the field of construction, they are able to learn from each other as well as University instructors.
Designed to be completed in 16 months, the program consists of 32 credit hours offered in a blend of asynchronous and synchronous courses in order to be flexible while still providing an excellent student experience. The program concludes with a three day, in-person capstone experience which concludes with graduation ceremonies. Admissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply for the program or learn more.
A team of Construction Science and Architecture students from the Gibbs College of Architecture made their mark on the national stage this week, earning third place out of 37 universities competing at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Student Competition, held during the International Builders' Show in Orlando, February 16-18, 2026.
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has elevated Gary Armbruster, FAIA, ALEP to its prestigious College of Fellows—AIA’s highest membership honor—for his exceptional work and sustained contributions to architecture and society. Fellowship recognizes architects who have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession and made a significant impact at a national level. Members elevated to this distinction carry the FAIA designation after their name.
Students from the Spring 2026 Graduate 4 Architecture Design Studio, led by Professor Amy Leveno, exhibited their work at the School of Visual Arts. The exhibition, titled Reimagining the OU School of Visual Arts, featured drawings, models, and animations developed throughout the semester's studio project. The show was hosted in The Spotlight, a creative gallery space located on the first floor of the Fred Jones Art Center, and ran from January 20–30, 2026.
