“Invest in your future career by taking advantage of networking opportunities and connecting with peers and industry professionals. Not only will this give you an advantage when applying for jobs,…”
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“Putting myself through college was difficult and I knew that I wanted a well-paying job upon graduation. With CIM’s help, I was able to secure my position at Teichert. I…”
“I chose the CIM program because of the job placement opportunities. Upon graduating, it felt like I could really go anywhere and do anything I wanted. The scholarships available for…”
“CIM does an outstanding job putting students in touch with alumni and leaders in our industry so they can converse and gain knowledge from these experts. That also makes internship…”
“One of the program's draws for me was the likelihood of finding employment after graduation, which seemed better than with some other degrees. The curriculum also caught my attention because…”
“I chose to join the CIM program due to its efforts to help students learn about the industry and connect with professionals. It was a great opportunity to learn about…”
“The CIM program laid the foundation (pun intended) for my current role at NRMCA. I would not be able to address the sustainability challenges of our industry without first understanding…”
“The ACI student and local chapters are great programs to join as they provide important networking opportunities to help further your career. I would encourage all students within the program…”
“Believe in yourself, work hard, stay consistent no matter how you feel, and do not let anyone bring you down.”
“After a few years spinning my wheels and switching majors, I found the CIM program. I thought to myself, ‘Why expend time, money, and energy into a degree that ‘may’…”
“My advice for current students would be do as much as you can within the industry while you have the opportunity. Join the student chapters of ACI, ICRI, and the…”
“CIM truly provided a solid foundation. The wide range of knowledge and experience gained through curriculum and internships has added value to my personal and career growth.”
“CIM is a great program, but you’ll only get out of it what you put into it. If you slack off and only put in minimal effort, your return will…”
“This program helped me grow into a smart, confident and strong woman in the concrete industry. I graduated with seven job offers and became a motivational speaker. Having a strong…”
“This program allowed me to learn concepts but did not require that I sit in a classroom all day. CIM was a perfect combination of classwork and hands-on experience, which…”
“The program gave me the concrete-specific knowledge that others don't quite get in other construction management programs. Because of this, I can gain an in-depth understanding of issues and try…”
“The most important thing that the CIM program gave to me was the ability to build a tremendous network of alumni, Patrons and other people working in the field to…”
“The CIM alumni association at MTSU does a great job of staying connected with current students. I truly admire these people because they turned around and help the next one…”
“CIM is a great program that will provide many opportunities for you to succeed in this industry. However, if you don’t put in the work to take advantage of those…”
“The professors and staff with the MTSU CIM program were always available and offered many chances to gain experience than any other program I had been a part of. It…”
“No other major will compare to the great jobs that CIM has created for its graduates. This major isn’t the easiest and probably isn’t for everyone, but with hard work…”
“CIM is always current with the ever-evolving concrete industry, from new technologies and testing procedures to application techniques and business approaches.”
“So much of construction involves concrete, so the concepts I learned in the CIM program has given me an advantage. … When working with field personnel who have been around…”
“My capstone project was a comparative analysis of different mix designs that I worked on with several different Patron companies. Working in a professional lab setting and analyzing data prepared…”
“The CIM program provides students with such a diverse background of information on the concrete industry that it allows students to go into so many different industries related to concrete. CIM…”
“My advice is to get involved as much as you can in the program. My other advice once you graduate is come in with an open mindset to the industry…”
“I chose the CIM Program because it is unparalleled to any other that I have ever seen or heard of. Not only has the concrete industry recognized a need for…”
“Having grown up with a family business that deals exclusively with decorative concrete, I felt I could step in with experience already under my belt. However, I wanted to learn…”
“There are so many unique career paths a CIM graduate can choose. The program stresses personal development, creativity, and dispute resolution. These are invaluable assets any professional possesses.”
“Our program is a huge networking opportunity, from start to finish. There are so many professionals and/or fellow students that are always willing to discuss ideas or help. Without these…”
“The advice I would give to the current CIM students is to take advantage of everything the program offers because every class, every event, and every person you talk to…”
“The CIM program has shown me the way corporations in the concrete industry operate. The program provides knowledge about the work place and what to expect out in the field.”
