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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

LL

Jan 18, 2022

Very informative and thorough! I've finished this course with so much knowledge that can be applied to the workforce. Everything is laid out in easy to follow and efficient steps. Couldn't be happier!

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 Sageeth C M

Oct 20, 2022

A very good foundation is provided for the Project management by this course. The key concepts and approaches are described in a proper manner so the new comers to the field can grasp the concepts/theories effectively. Thank You!

By Yogi H C

May 6, 2022

Wonderful course. Variations of lecturer materials with expert experiences give a better learning experience especially for online education. The resources are very helpful and compact. Can't wait to get started on the 2nd course!

By Mustapha B

Apr 21, 2022

It was just amazing as i am familiar with e-learning,this was so different and so exciting to push you work hard.

The structure of the course is elaborate professionally,so it makes the task easy for learners to catch the concepts.

By Mishari D

Nov 22, 2021

This course is a great starting point to learning about Project Management. The instructors are very clear with their anecdotes and definitions. It is a great resource from which you can learn a lot from in a short period of time.

By Петрушенко А Н

Sep 21, 2021

It was a great journey! The course is well-strustured. The speakers are well-educated and highly-experienced. The balance between theory and practice. Bright and modern cases. I am totally satisffied! Thank's a lot for your work.

By Shashauna W

Sep 5, 2021

I think this course was very informative and reviews all the necessary topics for project management. I would highly recommend this for someone who haven't yet obtained a PMP or CAPM certificate and wants to learn the foundations.

By Alan S

May 9, 2021

The course was interactive and all ideas were clear and concise. A great programme for those who are trying to pick up skills for a PM job. There are bits and pieces on how to look out for a job as well. Overall a good experience.

By Yeimy L

Apr 21, 2021

El primer curso de este programa es una gran forma de iniciarse. Los videos son entretenidos y comprensibles y se intercalan con testimonios verídicos de trabajadores de Google lo cual te da un sentimiento de realidad y esperanza.

By Mateo N M D

Sep 29, 2024

Muy claro, concreto y digerible, me encantó como introducen los temas y los relacionan siempre con el ámbito real de las empresas. Además los apartados para conseguir trabajo y consejos para el mismo son muy útiles y motivadores.

By Chisom O

Aug 16, 2024

Excellent learning environment. I appreciate the lectures, readings and videos to further buttress explanations of words and methodologies in project management. It was explained to the understanding of a beginner in this career.

By Shreedhar S

Jul 28, 2023

Insightful, Great and Big applause to Google and Coursera team. Very informative and helpful for Exisiting management professionals and all upcoming project managers. Thank you Coursera and google team for this wonderful course.

By AUGUSTUS V

May 24, 2023

Very insightful and helpful for the management student like me to learn from the top professionals for topmost organization. I used it effectively without seeking any short cuts, which helped me the most for my ongoing curriculum

By FRANCIS A

Mar 6, 2023

The completion of Foundations in Project Management has given me the desire to pursue and advance in this area of study. I believe it will equip me with skills that I could always use to effectively manage projects in the future.

By Theshani C

Feb 4, 2023

I enjoyed this course very much. This give an overall view about PM and some important definitions of PM.

It's easy to do self study and videos are lot more helpful. Recommend for any beginner or anyone who is wanting to study PM.

By LURI

Mar 27, 2022

This course is an excellent look at the foundations of Project Management. It gives an overview and helps convey the main concepts in an organized and clear way. I surely recommend both for newcomers and experient professionals.

By R K S

Jan 23, 2022

Very good course for those who are interested to begin their career in project management. All the mentors from google explain the concepts to the point. More than reading in this course I enjoyed to hear from all google mentors.

By Kishore M

Dec 24, 2021

Frankly surprised with the quality of the course. well structured, explained in concise and effective manner. Course instructor Mr. Emilio was very effective in explaining and kept things simple. Looking forward to other courses.

By Maria V V d S

Oct 4, 2021

This was a very enriching course, with an easy language can be accessible even for those who are not very familiar in this field of project management, like me. I enjoy it a lot! Thanks to all that makes this wonderfull course.

By Henry H

Aug 15, 2021

Der Kurs ist wirklich sehr gut. Ich finde es nur SEHR SCHADE, dass das Zertifikat KEINE RICHTIGE UNTERSCHRIFT hat. Die Text Unterschrift sieht sehr sehr sehr schlecht aus. Bitte ändert das!

Mit freundlichen Grüßen

Henry Hoffmann

By rahma a

Aug 14, 2021

Oh my God, it was one of the best courses that I have received in my life. Its details are accurate and firmly rooted in the head. I know all aspects. I loved it and learned more. I will try to learn a lot and a lot, God willing.

By Evert A V S

Feb 1, 2024

Excelente la forma en la que fui navegando como participante, fue muy amigable la experiencia y precisa la información. La metodología aplicada ayuda a retener la información suministrada y a reforzar la misma en cada evaluación

By Siddhesh B

Jul 6, 2023

Great course to learn the foundations of Project management. Course is well presented, some of the experiences and day today work discussions from the Google Program Managers and Senior Management makes it even more interesting.

By Queen M

Apr 23, 2023

Very informative.

I really liked how when I got an answer wrong on a quiz, I was directed to the section to help me recall the info needed to not only pass the quiz, but refresh what may not have been absorbed during my studies.

By Hassatou A D

Mar 13, 2023

It was a very interesting course with rich skills for professionals who intend to pursuit a Project Management Position and develop their leadership skills consistently.

So, thank you Coursera and Google for the lectures.

HD-Aisha

By Rachin S

Jan 20, 2023

Excellent course for the returning project and program managers. The courses helps develop the right mindset for managing projects in different kinds of org setups while help learning about project management concepts and tools.