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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

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.

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.

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By Abdihakim O R

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Feb 6, 2021

The course was helpful full, detail, and well organized.

Thank you Coursera and Columbia University for giving me this opportunity.

By shrish K

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May 5, 2020

Really liked the trainer's approach. Very supportive and relaxed. excellent content and very knowledgeable trainer's. Thanks a lot

By Santanu P

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Oct 23, 2018

It was indeed a great course to start with for the construction management knowledge seekers. Have got the right shoes to step in.

By Bishoy G G A

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Sep 26, 2018

It was a very useful course. I gained many important information that will help me a lot.

Thanks to Coursera and to my Instructors.

By Dinesh B

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Aug 17, 2020

Super course and the best among the 4. Dr. Odeh is superb. This course is a must for all civil engineers!

Very very comprehensive.

By Waqar A

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Jun 12, 2020

Great course at coursera from best experienced instructors, really enjoyed to complete this course. Thanks to Columbia University

By Eldred E O

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Nov 21, 2017

One the best I have seen in a long time. Course delivery method is excellent. I wish to continue learning form these instructors.

By Magdalena K

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Jun 3, 2017

Great course! I was able to combine my practical knowledge with theory. I find the lectures really interesting and well prepared.

By Ted W

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Jun 28, 2024

An excellent overview of Construction Management. I am looking forward to learning the concepts in depth in the coming courses.

By allan m

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Apr 2, 2022

Very insightful especially when you are taought by experienced people in the industry with vast experience of handling projects.

By Mandeep

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Apr 11, 2020

Very informational and helpful with todays construction Industry. I walked away with a lot of useful information and knowledge.

By Saad b n

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Feb 27, 2024

The certificate does not contain my name, how will people know that I am the owner of the certificate when it is without a name

By Ioseb K

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Oct 22, 2020

was interesting and helpful in many details ! really nice to be your team. wish you luck! wish to all of you luck and success.

By Vatsal J K

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Aug 20, 2020

The above course will be be a source to grow yourself. It will understand you more better if you had a nominal work experience.

By Andres P P

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Aug 6, 2020

A great course for all the people who are starting in the construction industry, relevant topics and explained in a simple way.

By Milind M D

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Jul 18, 2022

excellent course for a civil engineer. highly recommended if one is planning to pursue Construction managment after thier B.E.

By Muhammad H W B Q

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Jun 25, 2020

Was an amazing experience studying this course. Learned a lot of key things from the course that will be helpful in my career.

By Salloum A

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Mar 19, 2019

I have inserted to much , I have learned , I am So happy because you as mother open her hands to her son , thank you very much

By Juan A P L

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Dec 3, 2016

Great course, it gives you the basics of construction management and an overview of important topics surrounding construction.

By SAHAR A

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Aug 15, 2022

I really liked this course, I took it along with my school load and it was very helpful for my construction managment course.

By akshay r s

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Nov 28, 2020

very informative content taught by highly experienced professionals of the industry in a very simple and relatable language.

By Vanam M R

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May 3, 2020

A pretty good course.. mostly covers construction system followed in the united states..but is pretty decent for a beginner!

By Kingsley A

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Oct 31, 2024

very good material for construction management professionals looking for a deeper understanding of construction management.

By Ahmed S

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Mar 12, 2023

It was one of the best courses I learned online. It just built on what I learned in my study and Google Project Management.

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.