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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

LL

Jan 18, 2022

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!

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!

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By KHAlED

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Oct 3, 2021

was amazing and fascinating course, learn alot about project management & its life cycle , methodology , organization structure and culture and alot of details about project management

By Cameron S

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Sep 27, 2021

Very recommended as a great introduction to the Project Management field. It is vey insightful of what a Project Manager do in the variety of fields of their career.

It is very worth it.

By Muhammad H K

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Sep 12, 2021

Great knowledge to learn and have. It helped me in getting a view of how projects in general work. I recommend this course to anyone who is interested or involved in any type of project.

By Collins C

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Sep 8, 2021

I really enjoyed the course. It really has given me a solid foundation in project management and from here onwards, I'm not as scared as I used to be about project management. Thank you.

By Neeraj K P

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Jul 31, 2021

The course is really good and helpful in understanding the basic concepts. However, it would be better if more real life examples were included in it (other than company's point of view)

By Samuel T

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Mar 27, 2021

This course has given me a clear overview of what project management jobs consist of. IT also provided a clear path to improving my skills and understanding what is expected of the role.

By Patricia S

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Oct 23, 2023

La información que contiene es ideal para conocer acerca de las tareas y responsabilidades generales de la formacion como project manager, totalmente te da una idea y te motiva a seguir

By Ali A

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Sep 3, 2023

I liked it a lot, everything is clear, although my command of language doesnt allow me to fully take advantage of the knowledge, that's why i wasnt able to get a good mark on all tests.

By Mercy J

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Aug 29, 2023

This is Captivating !! I had amazing experience with this content, it enlightened me with different professional terminologies that we use during project management

Thank you Team Google

By Chantelle R

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Jul 12, 2023

This course provides a very solid basis for understanding project management. The videos and course material were great and complex topics were broken down into understandable concepts.

By Avoni G

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Mar 27, 2023

This was a great understanding and introduction to Project Management. Truly thrilled and happy to have gained valuable knowledge and insights on how to be a successful project manager.

By Aziz U

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Jan 28, 2023

The whole period of moving through the course was so excited. I have learned so many things regarding the project management. Which will be helpful for me to practice in my career along

By Jose G R

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Nov 5, 2022

I think that this course is a very complete project management course. The professors are very professional end they explain all the material in a way we can understand the information.

By Lucas

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Sep 4, 2022

Es una buena manera de comenzar a formalizar procesos de decisión, no solamente gestión de proyectos.

el planteo de las clases, lecturas y evaluaciones me resultó además muy amigable.

By Medara E U

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Aug 23, 2022

Very apt, the resources, presentations, modules and even the enthusiasm of the moderators are very encouraging and on point. I feel blessed to be a beneficiary. What a time to be alive!

By Kecia B

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May 11, 2022

This really solidified for me that this was career path I want to pursue. I have been wanting a career that was more fulfilling that my current. I feel this course is the right start,

By Maria A

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May 8, 2022

Perfect, perfect, perfect.

This course has solidified information I alredy new and intorduced me to a lot of new topics. I look forward to progressing onto the next course. Many thanks.

By Arash A

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Mar 8, 2022

I really enjoyed the first level of Project Management course and I hope to take other levels as soon as possible in order to earning useful skills regarding P.M. to promote my career.

By Ruth

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Feb 10, 2022

Loved the different ways of learning form videoa, interactiove quizes and reading- for me was a bit of fun to validate what I should already know, but very pleased to get a Certificate!

By Tiffanie C

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Aug 23, 2021

Love the way they break each concept down. The examples make the concepts tangible and easy to understand. I also enjoy the mix-up between videos and readings. Very interactive course.

By Sindhu S

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Jul 14, 2021

Exceptional quality of content. this course will motivate you to take the other courses. this 1/6 of the google project management certification. very good one and useful. Go for it.

By Andrés A

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Jul 11, 2021

Excelente curso para interiorizarse en la gestión de proyectos. Los conceptos son presentados de forma clara y gradual. Muchas gracias Google y Coursera, ahora voy por los demás cursos!

By Liliana G n H

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Jun 7, 2021

I loved the way I was introduced to Project Management and its foundations. I think is great to bring real-life examples to translate theory into practice, that's the best way to learn!

By Souradeep K

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Apr 21, 2021

This is one of the best courses out there. Everyone can try this course to get a handful experience and to develop a keen sense and knowledge on Project Management and it's methodology,

By Jairo B

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Feb 15, 2024

A good overall introductory course to the project management basis. It helps you understand things you might overlook and give you strong basic foundations to continue on your PM path.