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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 Cory B

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Oct 5, 2019

Great course with attention to the details that matter.

By Angel R S

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May 14, 2017

Excellent source for keep management knowledge updated.

By Josi R

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Oct 6, 2021

Flexible, Insightful, and full of energetic lecturers.

By Cosmas O

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Jun 28, 2017

Great insight of construction. Highly recommendable.

By Ran S

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Apr 20, 2020

course was very interesting and helpful. thank you

By Ignacio A

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Oct 31, 2016

Muy completo y aporta información muy interesante.

By danilo d g

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Jul 17, 2017

I have learn a lot about construction management.

By Hyder S

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Jul 25, 2017

WBS needs more examples, other else are perfect!

By camilo a A

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Oct 26, 2022

YExcelente curso, practico y facil de entender.

By Godfrey M M

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Jul 20, 2017

This is a profound course on project planning.

By Philipp M

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Dec 10, 2017

More of practical assignments could be useful

By Jayprakash P

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Mar 11, 2020

it was good experience to learn this subject

By Harrison S

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Jun 22, 2024

Good introduction, could use more examples

By Nhlalala B

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Jan 17, 2022

amazing course, definitely learning a lot.

By shahzad q B

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Dec 22, 2020

easy to learn and take exams. very helpful

By kalava p k r

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May 7, 2020

its very useful subject for large projects

By Jaligama P K

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Jun 16, 2020

Very informative and explained in detail.

By Detorrie T

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Jan 14, 2018

Short. To the point. Golden. Recommended!

By Sean D

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Dec 5, 2020

Very well done class, great speakers.

By Atta U R

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Jul 27, 2023

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By Sherif K

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Oct 2, 2017

A lot of knowledge in good sequence.

By Roy N

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Feb 17, 2020

Good overall introduction to CPM.

By Stanislav P

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Jan 14, 2018

It needs more practical examples.

By Ahmad A

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Jul 2, 2020

Very concise and relevant course

By محمد ا

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Jul 5, 2017

good start in project management