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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 CDR S D

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Dec 11, 2022

An outstanding course which broadens ones horizon in project management skills.

By Mathew J

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Nov 28, 2022

It is a great course, i am determined to continue learning this course further.

By Hassan A

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Nov 9, 2022

Perfect Explanation! I really enjoyed and learn and gain new amazing knowledge.

By Ludmila B

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Oct 4, 2022

Short and succint course offering insights in Project management methodologies

By Islam H M H

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Oct 2, 2022

Amazing course , Amazing instructors , Thank you google , Thank you coursera .

By Ahmed t

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Sep 13, 2022

very well organized course, very immersing experience and i didnt loose focus.

By Pooja S

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Aug 21, 2022

Lays the foundation to understanding the basics of project management concepts.

By EFREN D J R G

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Aug 11, 2022

It is a really good first approach to iniciatte a career in Project Management.

By Dentek I

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Jul 6, 2022

superb, such an extensive course that I had to take off from my regular routine

By Shubhangi M

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Jun 19, 2022

Amazing experience. Very informative course and good learing material provided.

By dhanya n p

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Jun 8, 2022

refreshed and defined project management responsibilities in my day to day work

By Onaopemipo O

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May 31, 2022

i enjoyed this course as it gave me a proper perspective on project management

By Michael O O

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May 31, 2022

Great to begin with. Professionally arranged and highly educative. I recommend!

By Giovanni D M

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May 30, 2022

Corso molto interessante e ben strutturato, consiglio vivamente lo svolgimento.

By Imani Z

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May 23, 2022

I recommend this course, valuable information. I was able to go at my own pace.

By Ofeira L

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May 16, 2022

Very informative on what goes in to project managing. I learned a lot for sure!

By Jason L

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May 9, 2022

Excellent overview and extremely helpful in putting the PM role in perspective.

By mareey B

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May 1, 2022

I really enjoyed this course. easy to understand and very relatable. Thank you!

By Ritu C

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Mar 31, 2022

Amazing course, concepts are explained in short crisp videos. Totally engaging

By Basil S

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Mar 24, 2022

it was a very helpful course it helped me learn all the basics with good pacing

By carlos a m p

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Mar 9, 2022

Excelente curso para entender los aspectos básicos de la gerencia de proyectos.

By Justin P

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Jan 24, 2022

A great entry level course to help with the fundamentals of project management.

By Nguyá»…n H

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Dec 30, 2021

Very easy to understand. Send my compliments to the handsome instructor, Emilio

By RAVI K G M

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Dec 24, 2021

Very Good and helpful, the course covers actual reality and practical scenarios

By Ariadna A C

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Nov 19, 2021

El curso es muy completo y te da excelentes herramientas para el campo laboral.