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About the Course

This course is the first in a series of six to equip you with the skills you need to apply to introductory-level roles in project management. 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. Throughout the program, you’ll learn from current Google project managers, who can provide you with a multi-dimensional educational experience that will help you build your skills for on-the-job application. 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

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

DT

Jul 23, 2023

The course is well design and very interactive. I don't have prior experience of Project Management. But Course help me to understand various jargon associated with Project management in a simple way.

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By Adrian C

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Jan 4, 2022

Very informative, I am looking forward to the other chapters to continue my journey.

By Ashna B

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Dec 21, 2021

This course has helped me face the interviews with more confidence than ever before.

By Fernanda N

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Nov 25, 2021

me encantooo! me amplio muchicmo lo que estoy aprendiendo en la universidad! gracias

By Duaa T A M

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Nov 17, 2021

its a excellent course, with a spectacular information which may help me in my work.

By Isaac G B

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Oct 26, 2021

Very informative. Covered many important topics. looking forward to the next course.

By Sripriya V

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Oct 13, 2021

Excellent course material; interesting from start to finish with clear explanations.

By Han H O

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Oct 2, 2021

Great course. I have learned a lot about foundations of project management. Thanks.

By Mateo B

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Sep 15, 2021

Great course, a very well curated information with proper explanations and examples.

By Renato S C F

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Sep 8, 2021

Muito bom, pude ver o quão profundo é realmente o trabalho de um gestor de projetos.

By Luthfi R

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Jul 30, 2021

This course helps me to understand and have solid fundamental of Project Management.

By Jean C G

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May 23, 2021

I have learned so much from this course. I can't wait to take the remaining courses.

By Ellen V d B

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May 20, 2021

Very useful course! Good explanation and examples. No background knowledge required.

By Alexander B K

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May 13, 2021

Fantastic explanations and illustrations. Great work by the Google team and Cousera.

By Alexander O E

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Apr 29, 2021

It's a very good course refering to project management foundations and primary tools

By Griselda C

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Apr 8, 2021

easy to understand, easy to see and very frienship with the vocabulary and PMP lingo

By Lujan F

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Mar 29, 2021

Muy buen curso y super completo para los primeros pasos dentro del Project Managment

By Tania S

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Oct 17, 2024

Estoy encantada con el curso ya que pude complementar conocimientos de mi Maestría.

By Brock S

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Sep 30, 2024

good introduction to basic terms, methodologies, and information used in the course

By Jessica

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Sep 24, 2024

This course was easy to follow and I’ve learned so much thus far. Great job Google!

By Odupele P

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Aug 15, 2024

The course was beneficial, I can't wait to use what I've learnt in my current role.

By Marco C

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Aug 4, 2024

Great materials. Complex ideas explained with simple words by experts in the field.

By Nur S P

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Mar 15, 2024

Great course! very comprehensive for very beginning of learning project management!

By Abhishek S

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Mar 14, 2024

Remarkable course and mentors to teach you and give away all the valuable insights.

By Shivani S

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Mar 1, 2024

An awesome course for beginners who want to make their career in project management

By Jhay D g

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Feb 23, 2024

Very comprehensive and real life applicability. Lessons well thought off. Thank you