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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

LS

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Great concise course with very good pacing. The lecture on Lean was the one I appreciated the most. The instructor was able to condense and express what he wanted to in a very efficient manner.

EH

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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 Punit S S

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Jul 4, 2020

Its one of the best course available for civil engineers available online and came to know about many things while learning this course

By Jesus A M

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Apr 4, 2020

All topics explained in this certification are extremely important, useful on field, it’s a scoop of real management, 100% recommended.

By Azzouz B

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Sep 15, 2024

A very special course that contains a lot of useful information that I need at work. I am very happy that I completed it successfully.

By justin v

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Dec 1, 2018

easy to follow along but assignments need more details or at least a spot to discuss with teacher before turning it in. glad I passed.

By Mostafa B

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Jan 26, 2017

This is a really good introduction to construction project management. I have learn some basic notions and I would thank you for that.

By Dimas D

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Apr 19, 2021

this course gave me a broader range of knowledge and insights than studying on campus, making me better equipped to work in the field

By Subhash C

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Aug 17, 2020

Very helpful in understanding construction science in a very simple and lucid manner with example and quizes which are of great help.

By joseph m

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Jun 3, 2020

This is wonderful course and I learn a lot most especially project management, time management, cost and timely and also quality work

By Alejandro D l T C

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Aug 13, 2018

Great course, I was hoping to learn about the basics of this and that was exactly what this course is. Great for introductory levels.

By Muhammad M z

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May 23, 2021

This is the right course for everyone whose trying to learn about construction management.

I learnt a lot of things from this course.

By Samy B

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Mar 14, 2021

this course has been very beneficial to my carrier and helped me understand more about how the construction industry actually works.

By Federico Z A

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Dec 18, 2020

I highly recommend this course from Columbia University. Excellent methodology and teachers as well. Coursera is the best, for sure.

By Hany A

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Jun 20, 2020

Thank you so much for this precious course that will be for sure big add value in my CV and will increase my qualification strength.

By HARSHADA C

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Jun 3, 2020

This course is very helpful specially for civil engineers and also helps in building a strong background of construction management.

By Clive L

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Nov 22, 2022

Great content, I have learned so much from this course. It has enhanced my knowledge and ability as a construction project manager

By POL C

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May 23, 2022

Thank you so much for the best of this course lesson teacher. it's best important for me. and specifict all of the lessons explain.

By Ameer H

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Apr 1, 2024

This course helped me gain a better insight towards Construction Management. Specially, in contracts and project delivery methods.

By Patrick M

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Feb 17, 2023

Really fantastic. I learnt so much and have been able to apply the skills directly to my business. Highly recommend this course.

By Nabil H

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Nov 2, 2022

Hi, this course really helps me, and this by examples, to have a reliable and profitable tool to manage my project. thanks Google.

By Mon J D O

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Nov 28, 2021

I've learned very useful knowledge that I can use in the field of engineering, especially on management of a construction project.

By tejas b

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Jun 11, 2021

learned the basics about construction management. Very informative lectures and great innovative ways to showcase the information.

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.