ULM’s Construction Management Program recently received a renewal of accreditation from the American Council for Construction Education.

The accreditation process includes a thorough peer review of curriculum, faculty credentials, student support, financial resources, industry management and physical resources.

Ron berry said he is thrilled about the progress the program is making.

“It is rewarding to see that the efforts of our construction faculty and the quality of our construction management program recognized by this accreditation renewal,” said Berry, the dean of the College of Business and Social Sciences.

Berry said there’s a huge amount of support from administration as well, and he is grateful for their contributions to the program.

“I sincerely appreciate the work of the faculty, support of the administration and the engagement of the Industry Advisory Council that led to the renewal of accreditation.”

Ed Brayton said he is also pleased with the program’s achievements and the people it has to back them up.

“ULM has a long history of excellence in Construction Management, with exceptional support from industry,” said Brayton, director of the School of Construction Management.

“We also owe the faculty,both current and past who helped build and maintain the program. I thank them for their efforts toward this accomplishment.

The Constructioni Management Program was the first program in the country to be accredited by ACCE.

The mission of ACCE is to be a leading global advocate of quality construction education, in addtion  to promoting, supporting and accrediting quality construction education programs.