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About the Course

This is the first of six courses in the Google Project Management Certificate program, which will help you develop the skills needed to apply for entry-level roles as a project manager. 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. Current Google project managers will offer a multi-dimensional educational experience that will provide you with tools you can apply on the job. 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

SC

Jul 3, 2021

I'm learning a LOT, and you don't have to take it quite as slowly as they suggest. But, it's nice that there's a manageable pace set out for you. Instructor and guests were great--relatable and clear.

RC

Dec 20, 2022

This course 1 is so clear that I can even apply it to my daily routine! I want to explore more about Project Management. Thank you, Google: Coursera for making this happen to those who lack knowledge.

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By Trung D N

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Mar 12, 2022

Thanks for all. This is amazing course for Project management

By Charly M

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Mar 4, 2022

Very well organized course content and great deliverability!

By quiqee z

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Feb 5, 2022

thank you so much for this oportunity and share the knowledge

By Melanie M

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Jan 25, 2022

Most was review, but it was presented in an enjoyable manner.

By Darlene M

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Jan 14, 2022

Great foundational overview. Very well presented and taught.

By Mohamed k M

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Jan 7, 2022

Thank you for this opportunity I have learned many new things

By Pradeep K

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Jan 2, 2022

It was real fun to learn all the basics of Project Management

By Ashokkumar C

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Dec 31, 2021

Great Course and good to learn important for the future needs

By PRASAD V

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Dec 24, 2021

Very Simple and Crystal Clear Concepts. I enjoyed the course.

By Maunil M

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Dec 7, 2021

The Course was very nice and i learnt many new things from it

By Ellen

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Nov 29, 2021

Excellent very informative and enjoy the interactive session.

By Mandala W I U

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Nov 11, 2021

Very detailed course with interesting self learning approach.

By Sourabhkumar A G

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Nov 9, 2021

Enjoyed every bit of the course. Excellent course keep it up.

By Vincent B

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Oct 23, 2021

Eye opening course to an alternative solution for your career

By Ankit r

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Oct 23, 2021

It was a great course. Learned a lot about project management

By Roberto X A

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Oct 17, 2021

a soft and good introduction, well guided to the new Job Role

By Tori L S

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Oct 13, 2021

The Foundations of Project Management was a wonderful course!

By Angela N

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Oct 8, 2021

Great course! Very informative and easy to follow to the end.

By Cassandra G

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Oct 6, 2021

So amazing I feel so blessed at being given this opportunity.

By Alberto U

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Sep 21, 2021

Really a meaningful introduction to Project Management World.

By Nyasha T

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Sep 17, 2021

I really understand the the foundations of Project Management

By Natasha P

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Sep 4, 2021

An outstanding course; I thoroughly enjoyed every part of it.

By Mahmoud H

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Aug 30, 2021

It was a really eye-opening experience. I really enjoyed it.

By Luis F

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Aug 16, 2021

Great course, I'd recommend to anyone looking to become a PM.

By Jana d B

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Jun 12, 2021

A great intro, useful and informative even for non-beginners.