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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

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.

EM

Dec 23, 2022

Its a Very insightful course will help you to grow and know more about the project management career path and every single detailed about it thank you Google and Coursera for this a great opportunity.

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By Tiyamike C

Jul 14, 2022

it was very simple and straight forward, i was only confused with the change management part and the matrix stucture. it would help to simplify that

By FATMA Y D

Jun 29, 2022

Recommended to those who are interested in project management, this course helped me understand more about the role and skills of a project manager.

By Raviraje N

Apr 30, 2022

Thank You for Such great learning experiance. It was surprising that you shared experiance of program managers and project managers in this course.

By Katrina W

Feb 11, 2022

Google has really broken the content down to small blocks that even someone like me, who has not taken a class since 1993, isnt feeling overwhelmed.

By mahmoud e

Feb 8, 2022

I had no idea about project manegment b,efore and now after I attended this course with the google experinced team I have a good background to start

By Andile M

Jan 31, 2022

Training Content was so clear to understand. I am glad over the concise information i have been receiving on this course. Furthermore, interactive.

By Olalekan O

Jan 6, 2022

Incredible course I must say. I learnt a lot and I am gradually becoming a certified project manager. I have reccommended this course to my friends.

By Simeon A

Jan 3, 2022

Excellent presentation with some practical illustrations and industry experience shared from experts which offered more insights into core concepts.

By Md. S A

Jan 2, 2022

Very delighted with the course objectives and learning outcomes. Looking forward to complete the course and to sharpen my project management skills.

By Likhith R S

Dec 5, 2021

Hey Google, Form the bottom of my heart Thanks a lot for providing such a good and effective content which helped me to implement in my current work

By Ahmed Y

Sep 27, 2021

i am happy that i get a chance to learn this course , it is very great it , really five Stars are not enough , they have to be Seven Stars *******

By Dave G

Aug 31, 2021

The course is really great for beginners so that they can get familiar with the concepts and values related to Project Management. Must go course.!!

By mahmoud z

Aug 27, 2021

من افضل البرامج التى حصلت عليها وطريقه الشرح مبسطه و ممتعه لقد استفدت كثيرا عالى الرغم من انى لم يكن لدي اي خبره عمليه في ادارة المشروعات

شكرا google

By Prasad V

Aug 25, 2021

It was a wonderful course to understand the project life cycle and daily responsibilities and moreover the opportunities in project management field

By Ahmed J

Aug 15, 2021

This course is amazing, it's so easy to lean, full of knowledge, and a very unique learning method. I loved everything about this course. Thank you,

By Mohammed A

Jul 11, 2021

God Bless All who teach us and give this new learning.

many people in need for this to help them selves and there families .

Thanks a lot.

Mohammed A M

By Kirsten G

Jul 10, 2021

I learned so much already. I didnt realize how many different types of approaches there were to project management and I'm excited to keep learning

By Taiwo A

May 26, 2021

I LOVE THIS COURSE, A LOT OF SKILLS ACQUIRED AND I LOVE THE WAY THE GOOGLE EMPLOYEES IMPACTED THE KNOWLEDGE TOO. I AM SURE PROCEEDING TO COURSE TWO.

By The F S

May 12, 2021

I learned a lot. Appreciate this platform and the opportunities it provides! If you're an online learner-or like to study at your own pace; do it!!!

By Sukanya P

May 5, 2021

Great start to Project Management. Helped to understand the processes in Project Management, skills, how to job search. Excited for the next course.

By Alejandra M

May 4, 2021

Great introductory course! The instructor was engaging and motivating. I really like the combination of lectures and reading assignments. Thank you!

By Zac M

Mar 31, 2021

Excellent course about the basics of project management. Learning activities were well structured and the videos were enjoyable and easy to follow.

By Nichole W

Aug 21, 2024

The videos and breakdown of the sections with the quizzes really helped me to understand and retain all of the information provided in this course.

By Joseph S

Dec 13, 2023

The course material breaks down the foundation of project management in basic understandable terms. It is easy to follow along and well organized.

By Osama M

Jul 2, 2023

A beneficial and practical course. I got promoted in the middle of this course and it was a valuable piece of knowledge to get hold of my position.