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About the Course

This course is the first in a series of six to equip you with the skills you need to apply to introductory-level roles in project management. Project managers play a key role in leading, planning and implementing critical projects to help their organizations succeed. In this course, you’ll discover foundational project management terminology and gain a deeper understanding of the role and responsibilities of a project manager. We’ll also introduce you to the kinds of jobs you might pursue after completing this program. Throughout the program, you’ll learn from current Google project managers, who can provide you with a multi-dimensional educational experience that will help you build your skills for on-the-job application. Learners who complete this program should be equipped to apply for introductory-level jobs as project managers. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Define project management and describe what constitutes a project. - Explore project management roles and responsibilities across a variety of industries. - Detail the core skills that help a project manager be successful. - Describe the life cycle of a project and explain the significance of each phase. - Compare different program management methodologies and approaches and determine which is most effective for a given project. - Define organizational structure and culture and explain how it impacts project management. - Define change management and describe the role of the project manager in the process....

Top reviews

JK

Oct 5, 2021

Very informative and thorough! I've finished this course with so much knowledge that can be applied to the workforce. Everything is laid out in easy to follow and efficient steps. Couldn't be happier!

LD

Aug 11, 2021

I loved this course. It was so informative. I took a lot of notes and hope to implement everything I've learned in real-life instances. I look forward to advancing professionally as a project manager.

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By Carl B

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Aug 31, 2022

Great content and a great course layout. I really appreciate the variation with video, reading, quizes and external resources. Makes it easier to stay focused and actually learn the content!

By Grace I

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Jul 20, 2022

I love the flow of the course from the introduction to learning fully about topics then assignments to the test. It is not cumbersome and I like how flexible the time and learnng process are

By Vinícius A

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Jun 19, 2022

Here we are presented to the basics of Project Management. We have an overall of the topics that will be expanded in the future courses. All the materials are very well planned and enjoyable.

By Mousa J G

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Jan 6, 2022

Engineering project management is a branch of specialized management that examines and deals with ways to apply engineering principles in the science and art of project management practice...

By ANUSHKA C

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Aug 28, 2021

This course is much of a life skill than a Professional Certificate. I highly recommend this Course to everyone, and obviously I've already insisted all my friends to apply for this course :)

By Arijit P

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Aug 8, 2021

Somebody who is stepping into project management, I really liked it. Concise and easy to understand. Questionnaires during the course really test one's understanding and keep things exciting!

By Amrit K

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Jun 12, 2021

IT WAS AMAZING LEARNING AND THE WAY IT WAS ORGANISED AND STRUCTURE GIVES THE COMFORT AND LEARNING EXPERIENCE WAS VERY ATTRACTIVE AND INNOVATIVE. I WANT TO THANKS TO GOOGLE AND ITS ASSOCIATES.

By Jean K T

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Apr 27, 2021

I love the idea. One of the best courses I have taken so far. The tools and visuals are just well designed and the information is so clear that you won't need to look back often. Recommended.

By Jason S

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Nov 8, 2023

The course is interactive and broken down into 4 simple modules. Valuable information that is easy to digest. Overall, a great introduction into project management, regardless of background.

By Nana A

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Jul 11, 2023

This course is a good one , i will encourage everyone wanting to enter the project management space to take this course. it really opened my mind to some details I never taught of it impact.

By Rukayat O S

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Jun 9, 2023

Great video, well explanatory and straightforward. I also appreciate how the tutors talk about their personal experience, gives me the courage that I could do great things if I am dedicated.

By Niruthian G

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Mar 11, 2023

One of the best courses I have taken, I gained a deeper understanding of project management as a result of this course. Thanks to Google and the instructors who guided us through the course.

By H M

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Feb 7, 2023

I truly liked it. I liked that some of the labs were interactive not just text. quiz text quiz. I also liked the fact that the lectures were short. easier on my pea brain! great Job Google!

By Yovka T

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Dec 24, 2022

The course is structured in a great way - making sure all type of learners make most of it. The content is present in a small chunks, not overwhelming and easy to comprehend. Recommend 100%.

By Lord W E T

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Oct 31, 2022

Very insightful course! I believe that every new individual who doesn't have any prior experience yet with having a job should take this foundational knowledge as it will serve you a lot <3

By Pierre D K

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Oct 20, 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and I was surprized by how engaging it was and the amount of new concepts that I have learned. Well done!! Looking forward to more of these amazing courses.

By Jessica M B

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Sep 27, 2022

I enjoyed this very much and found it had a lot of useful information even for experienced project managers. It is always nice to be reminded of why our job brings value to an organization.

By Vishwesh C

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Aug 23, 2022

This course has helped me to understand all phases of any project in detail, which includes Project initiation, Project Planning, Execution, Methodologies and applying the same in real world

By Oluwapelumi O

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Jul 20, 2022

This course really helped me in acquiring knowledge on the basics of being a good Project manager and I feel that it's a great steppingg stone to kickstarting my career as a Project Manager.

By A S G

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May 10, 2022

I experienced an eye-opening session, realiazed my strength and weeekness, and now I am confident enough to grow to the next level, thanks for worth watching sessions and the wonderful flow

By Guled O S

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May 8, 2022

A very good beginning with a valuable insight on best practices. I really enjoyed it and would recommend it for anyone willing to change career path and is interested on project management.

By Alexandra F

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Feb 19, 2022

This was an amazing course! The modules and teaching contents were really well-structured, the practice exercises were really interesting and the feedback from Google employees was an asset.

By Amruta W

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Oct 5, 2021

Overall everything is good and have great experience about online project. I am very thankful to Coursera.org learning platform where I am learning new skills and enhance of existing skills.

By diogo h

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Jul 27, 2021

Its very interesting. Different examples and a lot of information. great to achieve an overview of Project management needs, reality and general information. I´ll continue to the next level!

By Zeyneb L

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Apr 29, 2021

The course is the best foundation you can rely on to start professional project management, very rich material and really good presented. It really helped me taking a step forward thank you.