Student Performance and Achievement Information
Below are some statistics and other information about student enrollment and graduates of the program as an indicator of the success of our alumni as they enter the industry with their Bachelor of Science in Concrete Industry Management.
Student Enrollment
Time to Graduation
Graduates by Calendar Year
Graduates by Semester
Returning from Previous Semester
Alumni Salaries (Current vs. Starting)
May 2023 Graduates' Starting Salaries
Student Hometowns
Starting Salaries 2019 - 2023
CIM Alumni Industry Participation
Program Goals
The faculty, alumni, students, and industry set forth the following Program Goals.
Within 3-6 years after graduation, graduates of the Concrete Industry Management program at Texas State University will be able to accomplish the following objectives.
a. Pursue rewarding careers in the concrete or construction industry, advancing in leadership and management experience.
b. Continue to advance in learning and knowledge through activities such as professional development and other lifelong learning pursuits.
c. Use their knowledge and leadership skills to contribute to society, the profession, and the community.
Program Learning Outcomes
- PLO 1 - Students will have the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and technology to technical problems
- PLO 2 - Students will have a knowledge of modern techniques, tools and concrete construction methods
- PLO 3 - Students will have an ability to conduct standard tests and experiments and to analyze and interpret data
- PLO 4 - Students will have an understanding of principles of concrete production, efficiency and quality management procedures
- PLO 5 - Students will have an ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms and demonstrate effective teamwork skills
- PLO 6 - Students will have an understanding of the legal, professional and ethical responsibilities of the profession
- PLO 7 - Students will have an understanding of safe work practices pertaining to the concrete industry and recognition of the importance of a culture of safety
- PLO 8 - Students will have an understanding of sustainability and resiliency of the built environment
- PLO 9 - Students will have a recognition of the need for engagement in professional development
- PLO 10 - Students will have an ability to create concrete mix designs and mix proportions
- PLO 11 - Students will have an ability to apply basic accounting, economics, finance, marketing and management principles to create business plans and conduct financial analysis applicable to the concrete industry
- PLO 12 - Students will have an ability to evaluate and analyze technical problems and to develop effective solutions
- PLO 13 - Students will have an ability to utilize project drawings to develop cost estimates for concrete products
- PLO 14 - Students will have an understanding of project scheduling and project management principles