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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

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!

MR

Nov 27, 2021

Learned a lot such as Agile, C-Suite, Change management, Corporate governance, Culture mapping, DMAIC, Kanban, Lean, Lean Six Sigma, Linear, Matrix structure, Reporting chart, Six Sigma etc. Thank you

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By Armando M

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Sep 29, 2025

Excellent content. Videos and activities entertaining and module test are a challenge

By Sofia C G B

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Apr 19, 2025

I just started a new role as a PM and this course has clarified many things. Love it!

By Francisco L M

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Mar 31, 2025

starts easy and then a little complex as you continue but learn a lot, put attention!

By Muataz T

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Jan 2, 2025

Very good starting course with full of detailed information especially for beginners.

By Oluwatobi O

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Jan 1, 2025

I love the way the course is structured. It is easier to learn the concepts with it.

By Rakesh K Y

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Dec 12, 2024

This is an amazing course for beginner level learner in the project management field.

By Kofoworola H

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Jun 13, 2024

This was a very interesting course. It kept me motivated and it is very interractive.

By Charith E A

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Jun 11, 2024

Very Useful Course and obtained more knowledge about Project Management Fundamentals

By Francis M

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Jun 5, 2024

I enhanced what I already know and learned new topic about project management. Thanks

By ShemenPadua

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Jun 3, 2024

It is very informative and gives me a more detailed perception of project management.

By Dennis L

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May 7, 2024

This is an excellent overview of Project Management with the view of seeking a Career

By Cathy W

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Jan 15, 2024

I had learned an overview of project management, and I'd like to learn more about it.

By Jayadev N

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Dec 18, 2023

This is a great course for a professional who is seeing the job as a project manager.

By Joni T

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Dec 8, 2023

I appreciate the professionalism and clear and concise information that is presented.

By Diana K M

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Oct 9, 2023

I have learnt so much on the 1st course and can't to see what the other courses hold.

By Ayangbenro M T

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Aug 24, 2023

Thank you Coursera and Google for this great course, indeed it is a privilege for me!

By Sola G

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Aug 5, 2023

The course was insightful and the instructor did a good job of explaining the topics.

By LokkkD

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Jul 27, 2023

Great stuff. Taking it all in could get overwhelming sometimes, but great stuff. 😄❤️

By Oluwabanke E

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Jun 22, 2023

This course, though brief was very thorough and learning was fun and straightforward.

By Jamahlia C

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Apr 11, 2023

I loved the way it was presented and able to ensure a passing grade with note taking.

By Mrs. Z

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Mar 23, 2023

This informative course gave an excellent foundation for learning project management.

By vidushi s

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Mar 1, 2023

It is a nice course and helped me understand the fundamenstals of Project Managemnet.

By Shyashree C

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Jan 28, 2023

This course actually give you the idea of project management in real. Thank you team.

By Ben L

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Jan 13, 2023

Easy to learn and very clear contents. I've learned so much about Project Management.

By David D

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Dec 29, 2022

Excellent easy to understand course to give you more of an understanding of the role.