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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

SC

Oct 10, 2022

Very informative. Did not realize there was more in order to get the certificate. Need to be more transparent with the actual course agenda and allow for a less controlled way to get thru the courses.

SO

Apr 11, 2022

So much information was packaged in this course but it was so well organized and delivered that I was compelled to complete every segment. Well timed quizzes helped to ensure my comprehension as well.

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By satwik b

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Sep 1, 2022

If anyone asks me how you got interested in project management, I'll tell them about this course. simple, clear, and great. even a 4th standard kid can understand this course pretty well. This course not only helps you to explore the field of project management but also adds weight to your CV. Thanks, Coursera for providing financial aid to complete this course in my hard times.

By Evans G

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Jun 21, 2021

An excellent course for solidifying your already existent PM skills, it's also good for anyone starting out the project management path. The skills and resources shared are amazing as well as the opportunity to share your experiences and thoughts with fellow class mates through optional discussions. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in project management.

By Abhilesh V

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Nov 20, 2023

As someone from an different background having zero knowledge of project management , I got to learn about various new concepts how the organization works, project management basics, change management , effective communication, organizational structure, etc. It was great learning opportunity provided by Coursera and Google. Thank You Google and Coursera for creating the course.

By David J

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Jun 24, 2022

The course clearly explains the foundations in a straight-forward, easy to digest way. The videos and the content are very informative and encouraging. The various speakers in the videos for this course were engaging. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to understand the basics of project management and what a project manager's roles and responsibilities entail.

By Jeremiah B

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Mar 17, 2022

This is an excellent entry level guide that applies the foundations of project management to your past, current, and future experience. Even one who has years of practical project management experience in the workforce can update, learn, and apply new techniques, methods, and thoughtful tactics into their management style. I think every project manager should take this course.

By BELAYNEH M

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Dec 14, 2021

This course allowed me to have a good knowledge of basics of project management, and meet good practice. I must say that some of the concepts I applied  before without knowing the names. I can say also that from the first day of the course I have been putting into practice the knowledge acquired here and feel very encouraged to advise those who have not yet made to do so.

By Julie S

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Sep 20, 2023

This class was extremely informative, and the materials were presented in an easy to digest manner. I learned terms for things I was already doing, which is perfect for explaining my skills on a resume. I also gained an understanding of ideas and methodologies that I hadn't yet been exposed to and have expanded my skillset. I'm very excited for the next course in this series!

By Asad F

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Jun 14, 2023

This foundation course on project management provided me with up-to-date general information and practices of project management and discourses around the topic and the ways in which some businesses manage their projects and how organizational culture and structure affects the results of their works and especially how those affect works or project managers in an organization.

By Priyanka C

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Mar 16, 2023

I have learned many new things that I was unaware of .I have enjoyed a lot while learning.Though I took more time to learn but it was a wonderful experience .Many new terms I came to learn through this course. I have also learnt various techniques and interpersonal skills which play a vital role in any organisation. Thank you for giving me an opportunity to learn this course.

By audrey s

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Mar 4, 2023

This program is awesome. I'm on course 4 and loving it. The only thing I wish it had more of the graphs, charts, different charter set ups, spreadsheets, and more. I guess what I'm trying to say, is that someone like me needs more of both the visual and written examples. This would help solidify my comprehension of the processes your program is teaching me/us.

Thank you

Audrey

By Duglas A

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Feb 22, 2022

Excelente curso, gente muy joven dando las clases. Materiales muy actualizados a la realidad del mundo de hoy. Es muy interesante la experiencia de un curso impactido por personal de Google una de las empresas más exitosas del mercado. La gerencia acompañada de liderazgo, binomio perfecto para transformar realidades, para cambiar vidas. Gracias por esta magnifica oportunidad.

By Tamara M U A

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Oct 9, 2023

Anyone who wants to learn project management this course will really help you with the basic and most important knowledges regarding project management. The way they teach about the overview regarding this career, was very easy to understand. Enjoyed the course especially when you have experienced doing project management and became a project manager without even knowing it.

By Melody L

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Jun 1, 2022

Very clear and well organzied course. The content was engaging, covered foundational elements and had a strong focus on how to prepare to use the education here in the job search process and defining what you are looking for in a [new] Project Management role. I was really impressed with this course. I am looking forward to the rest of the courses in the Certificate program.

By Chris K

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Nov 10, 2021

I had a bit of doubt about the course at the beginning as I have found a few points on which I completely disagreed. I still do, but it made me convinced to continue on with the rest of the course. I could match up many things mentioned in the "foundation" course already at my current job. Which I thought it was amazing. Very impressed, lovely instructors. Thank you so much.

By Cherize S

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Apr 16, 2024

The course material is structured in such a way that it is easy to digest, with sufficient practice activities and supporting materials! I would highly recommend this course to anyone. The length of the videos are awesome, not too long or too short, and for the first time, I didn't have to take notes because the content is user-friendly, and easy to understand and remember.

By Roshan J R

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Mar 29, 2022

It was great! To be honest, I always had a false belief that an online course wouldn't be as good as an offline course. But this course has truly blown my mind. I loved how informative, educational, creative, fun and up-to the point this course was. I'm very happy with the course. Hats off to everyone who have worked to make this course a success! Thank you for this course!

By Anita L

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Jun 21, 2021

I really enjoyed this course. It gave me the confidence to move forward in my career. It was an extremely through course and very well taught. I enjoyed the videos and google representatives who gave talks on many interesting subjects.

The forums were very helpful as well.

I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in the foundations of Project Management.

By Lubuku V

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Dec 9, 2023

I liked the spot tests in between the lessons. It is a good way to keep the learner engaged and checking knowledge. The Foundations of Project Management were well laid out for the theoretical and practical sides of the topic. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to learn the foundations of PM as it covers the essentials and it is open to different levels of expertise.

By Jonar B I

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Sep 10, 2021

I like this course a lot. The presenter is pleasant and concise. The information presented was also great, with many different concepts of project management that I have never considered. Best of all, I liked how the course took the time to talk about things of interest to job seekers. There are many different project management roles that I have never considered as well.

By Laura D

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Jul 31, 2023

A great introduction to Project Management and some of what this career path and role can entail. I especially loved that it already offered tips on career planning and points out that many tasks and experiences from previous jobs do already align with the skills needed for a Project Management Role. I think this is great course to take even if not going into this field!

By Vanessa D

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Jul 31, 2023

As a new project coordinator, this course was incredibly helpful. It helped me better understand the project life cycle as well as common project management approaches. I had heard about Waterfall and Agile methodologies but after it was broken down, it made so much more sense to me. I have an entire notebook full of information I will be referencing over and over again!

By Christian T

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Mar 18, 2023

Such an amazing course on the foundation of Project Management. It gave me a deep understanding of the Project Life Cycle, all the steps before and after a project, and all the factors that can influence the project. I feel my eyes have been opened to a new way of working and getting projects done. I can't wait to implement them on the next project and enhance my career.

By OLUWANIYI B O

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Feb 8, 2023

Enrolling and finishing this course with the help of approved financial aid from Coursera is one of the best choice I have ever made in my life. This course is an eye opener to me. I really appreciate Coursera for this great opportunity. With what I learnt, now I can now change my job from being a Security Guard to a Project Manager or related job title. It is so lovely.

By Dick H C

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Apr 9, 2022

I learned what program management is all about, the roles and responsibilities of project manager and the skills required. The best part of it, communication and escalation to ensure all informations are delivered across the organization effectively.

I think it is a great short and concise course for people who would like to gain quick knowledge about project management.

By Zack S

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Apr 1, 2021

Great intro, the content was easy to digest and really laid the path forward well. One issue I did have was not with the content, but the videos would end 30 seconds or so early. I would need to scroll to the bottom of the page and take notes from the transcript since the video would not play that portion even if I attempted to begin the video within the last 30 seconds.