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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

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Nov 2, 2023

This is a great course. I allowed me to think of all the ways that I Manage Projects on in everyday life and turn them into a professional career as a Project Manager. I Am ready for the next course.

DM

Jan 17, 2023

this course was a 10 out of 10 super informational definitely go at your own pace. It was a great learning tool, and I am excited to jump into the next five courses and see what I can do for myself.

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By Carlos G

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Jul 19, 2023

Full of really useful information and several dinamic videos.

By Michael K

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Jul 15, 2023

i learnt a lot of basics about project management foundations

By David M

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Jun 26, 2023

It gives a great foundation on project management principles.

By Nickesha D (

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May 27, 2023

I learned so much right from the start! Can't wait to finish!

By Piku G

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May 14, 2023

This is a very helpful i build my knowledge. Thanks Coursera.

By Jose C

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May 13, 2023

This was a great experience. So Clear and easy to understand.

By Shameka B

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May 11, 2023

good start to general project management skills and learning.

By Abhishek C

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May 9, 2023

Very nice and Knowledgeable .......my personal recommendation

By Zuzana O

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May 5, 2023

Excellent course! Can't wait to finish the whole certificate.

By Mariel S E

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May 4, 2023

Great start course and helps me review of what I have learned

By Madhu K

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May 3, 2023

Understood so many terms and challenges on project management

By Mubashir K

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May 1, 2023

This course is greate for understanding project management...

By Lorcy T

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Apr 20, 2023

Great intro to Project Management specifically for beginners.

By Kristina T

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Apr 8, 2023

the best course, any discount online course please push to us

By Irene M

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Apr 5, 2023

Great course on laying the foundations of project management.

By ShaheenArif

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Mar 18, 2023

Very helpful and up-to-date with the best industry practices!

By Matthew R

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Mar 5, 2023

These are well designed courses. I would recommend to anyone.

By Cristina S

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Feb 22, 2023

The content was heavy but I enjoyed every bit of the process.

By NURAQIDAH A M

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Feb 14, 2023

CLEAR CONTENTS, HELPFUL TOOLS INCLUDED MADE IT EASIER TO USE.

By Siti N S Z

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Feb 1, 2023

It helps a lot to understand the basic of Project Management.

By Mohammed T

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Jan 31, 2023

this course fully useful in my career, thanks for my Advisor.

By Thaeke H

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Jan 21, 2023

Very helpful course with good resources mentioned throughout.

By Geoffrey L

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Dec 30, 2022

A great overview without being overwhelming or short-soghted.

By Jacques K

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Dec 9, 2022

This course is very well structured. I would like to continue

By Pravinkumar P

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Nov 14, 2022

Excellent clarity on basic terminology and concepts are clear