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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 tareq s

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Sep 22, 2022

the course was amazing and i have learned alot alog the course videos and readings , the great thing was that the course was interactive

By Kamakshi's

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Sep 15, 2022

the course is very smartly designed. I was even able to complete section in my break on job. I really enjoyed studying after a long time

By Duy T N

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Sep 1, 2022

Clear instruciton, useful and important knowledge for the begginer. Thanks all of teachers and people who involving in create this course

By Andréa D O

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Aug 23, 2022

It has tremendous informations, really practical ones and I appreciate the lecturer, the documents provided, and so. Highly recommended.

By abna s

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Aug 1, 2022

well paced and detailed videos. Sub titles were helpful. Good insight into basics and lot of new terms were discussed. Highly encouraging

By Divyansh S

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Jul 31, 2022

I have made the use of this oppurtunity and thank you again for providing me with such a brilliant course and world class infrastructure.

By Andrea O

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Jul 30, 2022

Excelente curso para concoer las bases de un PM. Estoy por comenzar un nuevo puestod e trabajo y me fue bastante útil en general.

Gracias

By Claudia N P H

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Jun 4, 2022

El curso esta bueno, lo malo es el certificado que dice de curso sin credito, deberian redactarlo mejor para que no se lea tan despectivo

By Sasha L

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May 27, 2022

This was a great introductory course to Project Management. I am very excited to continue this learning pathway. Can't wait for Course 2!

By Gem G

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May 23, 2022

This course is very helpful, not only to project managers but also those looking to start up their own business small scale or otherwise.

By Md S R

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Nov 23, 2021

Thanks for giving me chance to learn from Coursera on Foundation of Project Management. It's an absolute platform to learn. Thanks again!

By Oswald M E

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Nov 17, 2021

What a great course! Every topic is clear, concise and objective. The instructor is fantastic. This course deserves more than five stars!

By Bhavana K P

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Sep 19, 2021

This course has given me broader perception about management, learned many new concepts have added the value in my decision making skill.

By Edward F M

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Aug 9, 2021

Unbelievable value. I assumed I would be getting the certification after this but it turns out there are around 5 more steps/courses yet.

By Claudia B

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May 23, 2021

Amazing introduction to project management. I learned basic skills needed so I can switch to a program management role. Great job Google!

By Jordan M

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May 17, 2021

This course was a great beginning to see if I would even like being a project manager! I found the videos, quizzes, and articles helpful.

By Deepak R C

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Apr 12, 2021

Great learning. Really a good course. It covers all aspects of project management. It is ideal to get a brief idea of Project Management.

By Yuan C W

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Apr 10, 2021

Very clean and clear explanation of every step and element in project management. I enjoy the course and hope to proceed to the next one.

By Asha A

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Mar 28, 2021

A very thorough course on the fundamentals of project management. I loved the exercises that helped me to keep track of my understanding.

By chance c

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Feb 25, 2024

So excellent and we'll articulated.am so in love with Coursera because the lectures are very accomodating and centered on core concepts

By SOKHNA H D

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Feb 17, 2024

Good start! Just the right amount of information, with enough material to deepen understanding. I am looking forward to what comes next.

By NAGASREENIVASARAO P

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Aug 12, 2023

This course has given a very good start to my project manager dream. Looking forward to same experience in the remaining 5 courses also.

By Tabitha A

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Jun 22, 2023

It was such a great time! I enjoyed every bit of the course and would recommend it over and over again. Great compilations, Google Team!

By Sreejith G P

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Jun 15, 2023

I am having 22 years of experience in Project Management. Google made me structure my Foundations through this course. Thanks to google.

By SHAHEER M

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Mar 11, 2023

Tremendous knowlege transferred with the most easy and enjoyable way. Thanks alot Google and the Instructor. Great effort! Keep it up :)