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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

LD

Aug 11, 2021

I loved this course. It was so informative. I took a lot of notes and hope to implement everything I've learned in real-life instances. I look forward to advancing professionally as a project manager.

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

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By Muzammil R

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Apr 14, 2022

Thanks for the wonderful course in which learned about the project managenment skills

By Okorodudu A

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Apr 6, 2022

This course has elaborated my memories to so many things and i am so happy about that.

By Asma H S

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Apr 3, 2022

loved every bit of it. very detailed course as a foundation and in very easy language

By Vladyslav K

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Mar 23, 2022

Great Course!

As i mentioned earlier, would be better to prioritize videos over reading

By Annika P

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Feb 24, 2022

The course contained a lot of valuable information and was very throroughly delivered.

By JINJU L

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Dec 28, 2021

It was perfect course to learn about Project Manager's role and how to approach to JD.

By Luis V

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Nov 19, 2021

Great course to get started in your journey as a PM! Emilio is a very good instructor!

By nguyen h

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Nov 3, 2021

This course is very helpful for my current job. highly appreciated Coursera's support!

By Krastyo S

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Oct 14, 2021

great experience, for someone that has never gone through something similar! Go for it

By Aimee W

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Sep 5, 2021

Super informative, relevant and insightful. Would recommend to anyone managing a team.

By Raja S I

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Sep 3, 2021

Thanks for the PM course; it provided me with the information and confidence I needed.

By Dyuthi H

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Jul 26, 2021

A very fresh and exciting course if you're interested in the project management field!

By Caroline V H

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Jul 22, 2021

An excellent introduction to Project Management and a strong basis for moving forward.

By ESHWAR

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Jul 6, 2021

I LEARNED A LOT FROM THIS COURSE I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO KNOWING MORE ABOUT THIS FIELD

By BADER N M

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May 27, 2021

Excellent overview on the foundation of project management. Would definitely recommend

By Joseph L

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May 12, 2021

Awesome intro to project management that touches on Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and more.

By Sunanda P M

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Apr 13, 2021

It is a wonderful course for someone looking to enter in the project management world.

By Kofoworola G T

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Jun 13, 2024

This was a very interesting course. It kept me motivated and it is very interractive.

By Charith E A

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Jun 11, 2024

Very Useful Course and obtained more knowledge about Project Management Fundamentals

By Francis M

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Jun 5, 2024

I enhanced what I already know and learned new topic about project management. Thanks

By ShemenPadua

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Jun 3, 2024

It is very informative and gives me a more detailed perception of project management.

By Dennis L

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May 7, 2024

This is an excellent overview of Project Management with the view of seeking a Career

By Cathy W

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Jan 15, 2024

I had learned an overview of project management, and I'd like to learn more about it.

By Jayadev N

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Dec 18, 2023

This is a great course for a professional who is seeing the job as a project manager.

By Joni T

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Dec 8, 2023

I appreciate the professionalism and clear and concise information that is presented.