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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 Muhammad I A

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Feb 14, 2024

This course offers best understanding about the basics of project management processes.

By BHARGAV G

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Oct 25, 2023

It's a very great course for those who are willing to learn or join project management.

By Anudari T

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Oct 25, 2023

Very informative and concise. It's been easy to understand such well organized courses.

By Sheila W

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Sep 3, 2023

This is a great course to learn the foundations of Project Management. Glad I took it.

By Alpar M

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Aug 20, 2023

Loved the course! Very informative and well-designed. Looking forward to learning more!

By Taha G

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Jul 20, 2023

This is a great beginner's guide to the world of management at smaller scale in general

By Lukáš P

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Jul 18, 2023

Great course. Really liked the main host and the contains. It was very well structured.

By Reena J

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Jun 21, 2023

very informative, easy to understand, and follow! Kudos to the trainer, well explained!

By Haw J L

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Jun 7, 2023

Clear understanding to touch the surface knowledge of project management. A good start!

By Primme P

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Mar 11, 2023

Love this course. Very well presented with great information and integrated activities.

By Liseth M

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Mar 6, 2023

Gracias Coursera por la oportunidad, me ha encantado aprender sobre project management.

By Jake W

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Mar 5, 2023

It really had more to it than I expected and I look forward to the next in the series.

By Olga Z

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Feb 26, 2023

Excellent lecture and reading materials ! Looking forward to the next step , course 2 !

By Terrell H

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Feb 12, 2023

Great 1st Course! I am ready to jump into the role of project management right now! lol

By Millicent L

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Feb 8, 2023

It gives the big idea overview of what the course is before dwelling into finer details

By aaron m

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Jan 11, 2023

Well presented with interesting content and examples. Clear and concise course content.

By Nikki R

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Jan 9, 2023

I enjoyed this course as a great foundational layer to lead into the subsequent courses

By Hamza S

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Jan 7, 2023

I ENJOYED THIS COURSE FROM BEGINNING TO END! OFF TO THE NEXT COURSE,,, THANKS GOOGLE <3

By Maria F d F

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Dec 9, 2022

Awesome. A lot of useful information. A good start for beginners in the field. Thanks!!

By Raja V

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Nov 30, 2022

Good demonstrate in all points and covered at most the importance of project management

By Andrew I G

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Nov 25, 2022

I never knew project management is a career. All thanks Coursera for giving me insight.

By Mitesh S

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Nov 21, 2022

Very strong fundamental stuff with good mcq and examples. Really good course about PMP.

By Sk N A

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Nov 17, 2022

I got some good knowledge and learn something new in this course. very helpful content.

By Kirubel K

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Nov 17, 2022

Great course. It helped me understand the basic and general view of project management.

By Isaiah O

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Nov 13, 2022

Nice lecture

Good explanations with relevant exams

Good and tricky examinations questions