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College Opportunity — CIM Program at SDSU

concrete or construction fields. • Classes include concrete materials,
• Tailored to the concrete industry construction safety, estimating, and man-
The CIM program prepares students to agement
excel in roles such as: • Opportunities for paid summer intern-
o Ready-mix operations ships in the industry (often leading to job
offers)
o Precast operations • CIM students participate in industry
o Cement and aggregate manufacturing organizations, networking events, and
o Construction project management competitions
o Materials sales, logistics, and engi-
neering Next Steps for Interested
o Quality control and sustainability
• Career-Ready Graduates Students and Families:
Students in the CIM program have high • Learn more online: Concrete Industry
job placement rates, thanks to strong Management Program | South Dakota
industry connections, hands-on intern- State University
ships, and national exposure. There • Explore financial aid and scholarship
are numerous professional networking options: SDSU offers dedicated finan-
opportunities with industry managers, cial counseling
ving graduates direct access to employ- • Connect with the program faculty: if
ers nationwide. you’d like to discuss career pathways
from the CIM Program at SDSU, contact
Key Facts About CIM at SDSU: the program director, Tim Hostettler, at
timothy.hostettler@sdstate.edu.
• Program launched at SDSU in 2021, one
If you have a child thinking about college knowledge of concrete technology and the
or you know a student who’s interested in business acumen to move into management of only five in the U.S.
a high-demand, hands-on career, there’s a roles. Options for minors include management
unique program that could be a perfect fit. and marketing, both of which are designed to
South Dakota State University (SDSU) enhance the student’s value upon graduation.
offers a Concrete Industry Management
(CIM) bachelor’s degree program, designed
to prepare graduates for leadership roles in Why This Matters for
one of the world’s most essential industries: Minnesota Families
concrete construction and materials.
• In-State Tuition
Minnesota is one of approximately
What is the CIM Program? 10 feeder states in the region whose
The CIM program is a four-year Bach- residents qualify for in-state tuition at
elor of Science degree that blends: SDSU, thanks to a regional partnership,
• Concrete-focused technical education making this a cost-effective option for
Minnesota students and families.
(materials, production, and construction
applications) • Industry-Specific Scholarships Available
• Core business courses (finance, market- Numerous scholarships are offered
ing, project management, statistics) through the CIM National Steering Com-
• Real-world experience through intern- mittee, the North Central region CIM
Patrons, and local industry partners.
ships, site visits, and industry networking These are designed to support students
Students graduate with the practical who want to grow their careers in the

Scholarship Packages & In-state Tuition: WI, MN, ND, NE, IA, IL, CO, WY, MT, KS & MO.