BCN 4753 — Construction Financing
This course introduces students to the financial principles, capital structures, funding mechanisms, and cash flow management required for construction projects. Students will learn to analyze project budgets, financing options, loan structures, and investment returns to ensure financial viability throughout the project life cycle. The course emphasizes applied financial decision-making for construction managers, including cost-to-complete analysis, draw schedules, contingency funding, bonding, and insurance considerations. Students will also evaluate risk and return, lender requirements, and project feasibility using industry-standard methods and software.