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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

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 rodolfo p

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Mar 2, 2021

Great information being provided by very thoughtful people. Truly learned a lot and I feel much more comfortable as I plan on taking more difficult courses on the topic soon

By Nick C

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Apr 15, 2020

Not too bad. Moved by pretty quickly. I suppose it would have been nicer for it to be more in-depth. But, plan to take other Coursera courses based on this experience.

By seyedsoroush z

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May 30, 2023

It was a good introductory course in construction management. However, I think some topics were not comprehensive enough and others were included more than necessary.

By Collin F

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Sep 9, 2020

Overall, this specialization is excellent! It gave me the introductory knowledge I needed. I do believe there is room for improvement; however, I am not disappointed.

By MD N N

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May 16, 2020

its really one of the practical approach courses less theoretical and more practical idea what actually used in construction industry with top class industry expert.

By Eesh K T

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Jul 16, 2020

Need to increase the level of quiz. Only one assignment is there in the whole course. Need to provide more assignments for practice in order to enhance the skill.

By Dylan M T

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Apr 30, 2020

Very interesting course, offers a lots of new approaches to construction management. Highly recommended course. IT's not a basic course but a bit more than that.

By I O (

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Aug 4, 2017

The handouts should be available in the same place as the videos and there were certain activities that preceding the lectures that fully explained the concepts.

By Jatin M

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Nov 22, 2016

Amazingly covers all the areas and new advances in Construction field. I would still like to get in depth knowledge about new delivery systems like IPD, etc.

By Nidhil J V

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Nov 8, 2020

This course provides me lot of insights about the all the aspects of the construction & project. This course covered all the relevant areas of construction.

By Taylor W

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Oct 14, 2020

Material was a litte dry and more just lectures than what I consider teaching. Just reading PowerPoint presentations is not an effective form of teaching.

By imtiaz i

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May 28, 2020

This course really help me in understanding the Construction project management the authors of this course explain the course objective very effectively

By Jose V

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Oct 10, 2021

this course is an introduction to construction project management, its engaging and I will follow up and keep up the study to get the specialization.

By pravallika k

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Jun 4, 2020

IT IS VERY GOOD AND USEFUL COURSE FOR ME .AFTER MY GRADUATE IT IS MOST USEFUL FOR ME IN PROJECTS. NOW I CAN MANAGEMENT MY PROJECTS AS WELL .

THANK YOU

By Ricardo M

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Sep 9, 2022

It’s a great introduction course to construction Management. 

I recommend it to anyone looking for deeper knowledge about Construction Management.

By Shaik S S ( O - P S

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Sep 28, 2021

Highly recommend this course as gives an overall picture of roles and responsibilities and tasks involves in the construction project management

By Aaron F

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Dec 11, 2022

This course gave me a general understanding of the industry. Looking forward to gaining more knowledge, in the field, as well as educationally.

By Melton P

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Apr 25, 2022

Great course. I wish I would of taken cousres like this years ago. This cousre gives you a great understanding of the construction industry.

By Fred S

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Dec 28, 2016

Interesting topics, most of the lectures felt topical and cited real world examples, would recommend to someone with limited PM experience.

By Vicente F

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Aug 30, 2020

Buen curso introductorio. Posee algunos módulos de la 3ra semana que son bastante aburridos en su expliación. El tema de BIM fue lo mejor.

By Vincent T C

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Nov 12, 2018

Good overview and introduction to construction management. Some speakers are good, some are OK. But, overall, it is an informative course.

By Mathilde G

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May 22, 2020

Very interesting and complete introduction to construction project management. Accessible even with a non engineer / non tech background.

By Mahranul h c

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Jun 29, 2020

Mr Ibrahim Odeh is an Ideal lecturer. We seek more lecturers like him who makes the class more interesting and teaches with enthusiasm.

By Ajay S

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Sep 2, 2017

A very basic course which will introduce you to Construction Project Management. In-depth explanations are provided by the lecturers.

By priscilla m

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Aug 19, 2022

challenging but enjoyable course, great experience. It is a good course that any person who like engineering and construction space.