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About the Course

Construction Project Management introduces learners to Project Initiation and Planning. Columbia University professor, Ibrahim Odeh, along with industry experts join together to provide a comprehensive overview of the construction industry. There are 10 modules that allow learners to become knowledgeable of construction management within the dynamic construction industry. Professor Odeh teaches learners about the fundamentals of the Project Development Cycle while guest lecturers discuss Lean Project Delivery method and Lean Design Behaviors. Technological advances, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), will be introduced with real world examples of the uses of BIM during the Lifecycle of the Project. The course concludes with Professor Odeh discussing the importance of project planning and scheduling and an opportunity to develop a Work Breakdown Structure. By the end of this course, you will be able to: -Learn about construction management, including an understanding of the construction industry, the role of a project manager, construction contract types, and project delivery methods -Explain the fundamental principles to establish Environment, Health and Safety in the construction industry -Detail the principles and application of sustainability development in construction industry -Summarize the work breakdown structure (WBS) and estimate the construction activity duration...

Top reviews

DC

Jul 20, 2020

I thought it was a great intro coming from my Architecture background and looking forward to the other classes. I did think the information was occasionally repetitive but overall it had a great flow.

DG

Feb 19, 2021

This was a great experience. It gave the confidence to tackle such issues as Duration of Activity Schedules and many more. Learned a lot and course content will forever be my guide on future projects.

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By Ozni L

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May 4, 2020

Great course informative and very good instructors. Industry giants that validate and give a real world feel to the course.

By mimoha n

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Sep 2, 2017

With the course I was able to know about the new as well as different process to manage a construction process efficiently.

By Raj v S

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Jul 30, 2017

Very good content in overall. It has been very much helpful for me learn various construction management knowledge domains.

By arsal k

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Dec 7, 2021

absolutely amazing course i have enjoyed alot and gain so much knowlegde of developing world about construction management

By Tejas P

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Jun 20, 2020

Excellent course. as a newbie in construction industry, it really helped me to understand why we follow certain processes.

By Tony O

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Jan 14, 2018

This is a great course for someone entering the field or making a lateral move from the field side to the management side.

By Michael R

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Sep 2, 2018

This first week gave a very clear representation of the differences between Program, Project and Construction management.

By Brijesh U T

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Mar 29, 2020

Nice course for working professionals having Civil background especially. Learnt many new techniques and methods in CPM.

By BENOIT M

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Mar 12, 2021

Very interesting cours, also I have been 20 years in construction management I still learn more in construction. Thanks

By CANER I

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Jan 4, 2021

Very well prepared and presented. Structured in a way that project life cycles explained by the experts in their areas.

By George P

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May 20, 2020

Very helpful and intresting way to get in to the field of construction managment and in project managment in general!!!

By Alyson B

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Apr 27, 2022

This is comprehensive and really difficult in parts, which it should be. I am very happy with my education. Thank you.

By Mario K

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Jul 11, 2022

Great, Gives a honest insight into the industry and teaches you strategic and logic thinking related to the industry

By Ripon H

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Apr 9, 2022

Outstanding course! I learned a lot from this course. Thank you so much to the instructor and coursera. Recommanded.

By Mark J

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Feb 21, 2021

The course is great and offers summarized and logical approach on teaching. I believe they should give more visuals.

By Nicolás P V

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Oct 29, 2020

Exceptional course, I feel I learned a lot and more important can apply all this knowledge to real-world activities.

By Socorro A F V

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Jul 2, 2020

Es un curso completo que me ayudó a ampliar mis conocimiento relacionados al campo de la construcción. Lo recomiendo

By abimbola a

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Apr 11, 2023

Good delivery of courses by seasoned professionals, enhanced learning / refresher for practicing project managers.

By Noman L

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Oct 31, 2019

Its a best course which i learned. I,m very thankfull tofor this informative course and its helpfull for my career.

By Maria C R

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Jul 31, 2019

Great course topics and material, dynamic and interesting to follow. Can´t wait to apply everything I have learned.

By B. A

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Sep 9, 2023

Really good course. Very informative. Lectures were really good as well and I can honestly say, I've learned alot.

By Michaela V

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Mar 27, 2023

This was a very informative course and the course material was exceptional. looking forward to doing more courses.

By RejiSebastian

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Oct 29, 2020

Great course for Beginners, recommend this course if you are planning to pursue a career in Construction industry.

By Ellen G

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Jul 14, 2020

The modules are very informative. As a newbie in Construction Industry, I learned a lot thru this online training.

By Akmal A B

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Oct 19, 2021

The instructor convey the material clearly and also patnerships with other people make this course more exciting