University of Maryland, College Park
Construction Management Fundamentals Specialization
University of Maryland, College Park

Construction Management Fundamentals Specialization

Learn the Fundamentals of Construction Managment.. Become a Construction Manager Who Delivers Successful Projects.

Neil Schulman

Instructor: Neil Schulman

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.8

(54 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
4 weeks to complete
at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Construction management preparation, planning, design, engineering, business, and technical practices used in the construction industry.

  • Examine construction management industry, future trends, and opportunities. Outline different sectors of the industry and project delivery methods.

  • Understand the different sustainable methods, materials, building systems, and controls in the construction industry.

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Specialization - 4 course series

What you'll learn

  • How to lead construction projects by managing key roles: owner, designer, and construction manager effectively.

  • How to use project management tools to plan, execute, and control construction lifecycles efficiently.

  • How to apply communication and leadership skills to coordinate teams and improve construction quality.

  • How to analyze project feasibility, costs, and construction methods to support data-driven decision making.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Construction Management
Category: Cost Management
Category: Decision Making
Category: Communication Planning
Category: Facility Management
Category: Team Building

What you'll learn

  • Assess and recommend project delivery methods, helping your team achieve its goals more efficiently and position you as a strategic thinker.

  • Analyze project risks and contract options to propose smart solutions, making you a valuable problem solver and trusted advisor.

  • Apply collaborative design and value engineering, enhancing teamwork and showing your commitment to delivering better project outcomes.

  • Organize and manage the construction phase smoothly, proving your reliability and leadership to employers and clients.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Contract Management
Category: Construction Management
Category: Value Engineering
Category: Feasibility Studies
Category: Bidding
Category: Project Closure
Category: Subcontracting
Category: Cost Reduction
Category: Risk Management
Category: Project Design
Category: Construction
Category: Architecture and Construction
Category: Project Management
Category: Procurement

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Scheduling
Category: Construction Management
Category: Project Controls
Category: Project Planning
Category: Cost Control
Category: Project Documentation
Category: Cost Estimation
Category: Project Schedules
Category: Contract Management
Category: Change Control
Category: Safety Assurance
Category: Arbitration
Category: Project Management
Category: Construction
Category: Timelines

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Corporate Sustainability
Category: Construction Management
Category: Environmental Engineering
Category: Project Management
Category: HVAC
Category: Architecture and Construction
Category: Project Design
Category: Environment Health And Safety
Category: Property Management
Category: Energy and Utilities
Category: Building Design
Category: Stakeholder Engagement
Category: Construction
Category: Building Information Modeling
Category: Facility Management

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Neil Schulman
University of Maryland, College Park
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