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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 Angel

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Oct 31, 2022

This course is put togethet very well. The teaching style is on point.

By Kritika S

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Oct 18, 2022

Helpful and packed with knowledge for beginners like myself. Thank you!

By Katy R

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Oct 7, 2022

I loved this course! I love the pacing, the information and the quizes.

By Christi W

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Oct 3, 2022

Easy to use, helpful examples, nice variety of presentation of material

By Rafael P

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Sep 28, 2022

Good explanations, good readings, i felt really good doing this course.

By LaShaye P

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Sep 20, 2022

Great intro to Project Management! Can't wait to start the next course!

By Abdiwali E

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Sep 15, 2022

Great introduction, good teacher and interesting resources and readings

By Deyna M

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Sep 13, 2022

This is a very good course. I will highly recommend this to my friends.

By Romy R

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Sep 10, 2022

Open my minds and hopefully it helps me find new job as project manager

By KD M

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Jul 26, 2022

Thorough and informative information, and curriculum was very engaging.

By Sanymi G

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Jul 25, 2022

Absolutely loved the rigor of content as well as simplicity of delivery!

By Geetanjali S

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Jul 23, 2022

Amazing experience while going through this course, very well explained.

By Hafsah A

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Jul 18, 2022

Great coverage of all fundamental knowledge regarding project managment.

By Heather J

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Jul 15, 2022

Great course content - well adapted to finding a job in the real world.

By Ashutossh K

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Jul 11, 2022

Its Very good course to learn more fundamentals of the Project Managment

By Tomás S

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Jun 30, 2022

Really helpful and the way they explain everything is adorable!

Thanks :)

By Shubham P

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Jun 19, 2022

VERY NICE COURSE.. BUT NEED IN HINDI LANGUAGE FOR BETTER UNDERSTANDINGS.

By Leigh T

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Jun 6, 2022

Clear and concise. The personal testimonials were helpful and engaging.

By Bianca L

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May 29, 2022

I am loving this google course so far and I am getting a lot out of it.

By Sam A

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May 12, 2022

Love it, easy to understand and provides most of the teminology needed.

By chekitha h

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Apr 12, 2022

Well structured training program with all the aspects covered in detail.

By Mpumelelo K

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Apr 11, 2022

Excellent course. very informative and lot of golden nuggets throughout.

By Joy O E

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Apr 6, 2022

It is so thoughtfulfully taught that I am so humbled . Thank so so much.

By Luckens J

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Mar 23, 2022

Awesome course. The instructors are very knowledgeable and professional.

By Muhammad Q

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Feb 21, 2022

One of the best experince I had so far. The way they teached was awsome.