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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

TS

Oct 11, 2023

The course was very rich with knowledge and information about construction projects. If you can solve the problem of the subtitle it will be great because I was facing this issue and Thank You.

EH

Jul 8, 2018

Very good introduction to outline the difference in project mgmt, programme mgmt and construction mgmt. Enough detail on various aspects for CM including type of contracts, technology and planning.

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By Maxim K

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Nov 23, 2025

This course is very important for me! I want to thank you! Good Job

By Mehdi M

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Sep 9, 2021

Would recommend to everyone in the construction industry. Good Luck.

By Okby E

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Oct 1, 2023

VERY GOOD COURSE I LIKE IT.GREAT TEACHERS THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS.

By Niles W G

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Jul 28, 2023

This course gave me an intro into the management side of the trades

By Muhammad N

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Apr 8, 2022

A recommended course for all who wants to become a project manager.

By Erick F

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Mar 24, 2022

Weel development of fundamental concepts of construction management

By M S H

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Mar 23, 2021

This course is very beneficial for skill and knowledge development.

By Tanzim R

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Aug 3, 2020

Very enlightening for those who are interested in switching fields.

By Erich S

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Jul 16, 2020

Very informational. I like the activity/discussions in weeks 4 & 5.

By Ryan J P

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Apr 16, 2020

Very informative for the basics of construction project management!

By adebayo

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Apr 9, 2020

Absolutely informative and i can't wait to learn more on the field.

By MOHAMMED I U

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Feb 15, 2019

it is a great opportunity for me to learn this course from coursera

By Alex P

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Mar 18, 2017

Well explained, specially liked the new trends in technology class.

By Pranay B

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Sep 4, 2025

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By naveen b

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Apr 21, 2025

Very much useful for civil engineering based persons or companies.

By anh n

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Jun 15, 2023

helpful course. the information is value with experience sharing .

By Eng A H

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Jan 7, 2021

This course is really a very good course, I benefit from it a lot.

By Shaikh s

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Aug 19, 2020

Im very thank full to coursera...who gave opportunity to learn....

By Riana R

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May 13, 2020

perfect course

i learnt a lot.very clear and straight to the point.

By Muhammad E U H

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Oct 19, 2018

Really great effort by coursera team Its really informative course

By Doug V

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Dec 29, 2017

Great course to learn the fundamentals of construction management!

By Guillermo R C

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Apr 11, 2017

a very good foundation to introcude us in the construction´s world

By Samuel m

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Dec 10, 2022

This course is well detailed with top notch presenters. Thank you

By Avo S

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Jul 30, 2022

Very informative and clear explaining course. Highly recommended.

By Eirini P

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Feb 27, 2021

A well structured introduction in construction project management