Introduction to Construction Project Management - PMP-X805BD
Course Description
Become a Project Leader in the Construction Industry
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of project and facility management in the construction industry, emphasizing the alignment of project outcomes with organizational goals and value delivery. Students will gain proficiency in managing projects across various methodologies, tailoring practices to specific contexts, and applying systems thinking to address project complexity and stakeholder coordination. Learners will also examine project delivery methods, life-cycle cost considerations, and the evolving role of facility management in sustaining operational success.
Learner Outcomes
- Recognize how construction projects contribute to organizational success by delivering value and aligning with strategic goals and objectives.
- Demonstrate knowledge of predictive, adaptive, and hybrid project management approaches and apply appropriate principles to plan, execute, control, and tailor projects based on specific contexts
- Define project goals, scope, budget, and schedule using tools such as Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), and evaluate project delivery methods to optimize outcomes based on project needs.
- Apply systems thinking to understand the interconnectedness of project activities and broader organizational and environmental impacts to manage complexity and enhance value delivery.
- Analyze roles and responsibilities of stakeholders, develop communication plans, and establish decision-making processes that support coordination, risk mitigation, and project success.
- Understand the role of facility management as a professional discipline, recognize the importance of operational and maintenance costs, and identify practices for managing built assets effectively throughout their life cycle.
Course Details
Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This continuing education course is intended for those who seek an understanding of a project manager's role within the construction industry.
Course Materials:
- Project Delivery Practice Guide (PDPG), 3rd Edition, 2020 available at Construction Specifications Institute
Testimonials
"Mr. Walker is very knowledgeable in this field and has a very positive attitude towards teaching. He engages his students and asks them to demonstrate their knowledge to better relate the course material to our real life experiences. I've really enjoyed the course so far and look forward to rest of the year." - Gerardo Diaz
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- Construction Project Management Certificate : Construction Project Management Certificate
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