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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Construction Project Management by Columbia University

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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 20, 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.

EH

Jul 9, 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 Diana Z

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Oct 25, 2017

Thank you very much for such an informative course!

By Davi T G F

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Jan 28, 2017

Tanto o curso quanto os instrutores são excelentes!

By SAVEENYASANJANA K

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Mar 28, 2025

Thank you very much for giving me this opportunity

By Jeremia S

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Jan 7, 2023

Menambah wawasan baru tengang manajemen konstruksi

By Adam T

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Mar 6, 2021

Great lectures by very knowledgeable professionals

By Desmond D

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Sep 16, 2020

100% recommend. Very easy to follow. I enjoyed it.

By Mauricio R C

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Nov 7, 2018

Really easy to learn, good job for the instructors

By Nikhil R

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Jun 29, 2017

Its a wonderful learning experience with coursera.

By Mohammad A J

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Oct 11, 2016

More than my need nice course thanks dear teachers

By shanu q

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Jan 17, 2022

i enjoyed this program, learnt lots of new thing.

By Badal C P

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Jul 4, 2020

its a very good course. thanks to all professors.

By GOPALAKRISHNA R G

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Jun 11, 2020

Excellent course for Project Managers - A Must Do

By Dariusz F

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Jan 14, 2024

Great in-depth course; I definitely recommend :)

By Sharif H

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Nov 12, 2023

Great service for outdoor and remotely learners.

By Henry T

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Apr 21, 2022

Very good to learn on general project managment.

By Nicholas C

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Jul 16, 2020

This was was a very insightful and useful course

By Damola A

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May 25, 2020

This course is eye opener anybody can give a try

By Angelica C

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Aug 23, 2019

Great course, well structured and clear material

By Ahmed G

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Sep 3, 2017

Content Design for this course is extraordinary.

By Joven C

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Apr 8, 2017

Recommended for entry-level young professionals.

By Ahmad A

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Jan 3, 2026

the course was exciting and full of information

By Emmanuel A

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Dec 31, 2022

It was a great experience exploring the course.

By Maura K

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Sep 21, 2021

I thoroughly enjoyed this learning experience !

By Carter E

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Feb 18, 2021

Very good overview of the construction industry

By John

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Nov 25, 2020

Great intro course. Learned a lot. Thank you.