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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 Luiza B

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Oct 24, 2023

I really enjoyed the structure of the course and how easy it was to navigate these first chapters. I also enjoyed that the chapters were short, but contained relevant information without being overwhelming.

By purvam B

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May 17, 2023

Throughout the course, I enjoyed myself spending time by learning new things and recalling few things that I learned in my college, I highly recommend to whosoever want to make career in Project management.

By Mayank D

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Feb 15, 2023

This course helped me to add more skills to my resume and helped in diffrent ways and that will help me diffrent ways thank you for the aid only because of that i could complete this course on this platform

By David T

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Jan 6, 2023

This was a really well thought out study of the fundamentals of Project Management. I received a good understanding of what the roles are and how the PM functions with in different business structures.

-Dave

By Muhammad M

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Sep 6, 2022

I recommend this course to everyone. The instructor here is so amazing. It felt like I am attending an online class or intern program conducted by google. Thank you coursera and Google for the opportunity.

By Amit G

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Aug 10, 2022

This course is extremely well structured and lays out a great foundation on project management to aspiring PMS'. The modules create coherence and one can easily understand and retain each concept with ease.

By Shehabeldeen S

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Jul 31, 2022

Extermely wonderful course. I admire the simplicity of the conent along with its importance. I really enjoyed the every video and every quiz in the course. Thanks Google for providing such splendid courses.

By harisah s

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Jul 17, 2022

This course has made me learn about the project management, and how to handle the problems and give quick solutions as and when required,Thank you coursera for giving me an opportunity to learn this course.

By Comfort N O

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Jul 4, 2022

Warm and caring tutors ,with very easy and practicable teaching method. at first I thought I wont be able to make it but Im so grateful I did it even thouhg it wasnt easy. Thank you so much for your love .

By david e g b

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May 24, 2022

really enjoy the videos and the lectures, i think its a great way to learn, also the fact you can redo the homework and the test, give you the change to study againg things that might not understand at full

By MF F

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May 16, 2022

Great course! I would only recommend allowing the participant to review the correct answers to the quizzes in the case of incorrect answers rather than just a referral back to the training material. Thanks!

By Dannik B

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May 2, 2022

Excellent course from start to finish, I've learned a lot about project management and how to apply those skills effectively. I certainly recommend this course to anyone trying to get started in this field!

By Shivani B

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Oct 18, 2021

This course gives an optimum outlook to what all Project Management entails in terms of foundations. There is a scope for providing some slice of life examples which will come handy in the Capstone as well.

By Devika R

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Jun 24, 2021

It was a really helpful, detailed, well-versed course. Thanks to this, I stepped into the world of professional project management, can't wait to complete the further courses and secure a job in this field.

By D V

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Apr 21, 2021

Very nice course. Covers all of the basics that you might have learned in a college course, includes a few examples that are actually relatable, and breaks down more complex ideas into easy to follow steps.

By Shaz M

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Apr 13, 2021

This course has been amazing. It really gives you a solid foundation on project management with a lot of real life and industry examples that you can relate to. I'm really glad that I completed this course.

By Deleted A

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Apr 11, 2021

This course had a lot of great information, and i'm glad I was able to attend this course. I wish I could do some shadowing to better retain the information but I have plenty of notes. haha thanks Google!!!

By abdullah h

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Mar 28, 2021

IT was awesome google as usual thank you for such an opportunity i learned many of things in this course and thank you for let us see your organization framework in PM

hope to meet you soon guys at google.

By Benedict O

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Oct 27, 2024

I really enjoyed this course and gained some refreshing insights on PM Methodologies and how Organizational Structure and cultures may affect Change management, Corporate governance and Project governance.

By Russel T N

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Apr 26, 2024

A high-quality module providing a solid grounding in the profession, as well as useful advice for launching your career as a project manager. Motivating and engaging content. Thanks to Google for this gem.

By Ryan A

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Jul 24, 2023

I found the course to be extremely intuitive and the information was digestible and paced well. At no point did I feel overwhelmed or things were moving too quickly. I am excited to continue with course 2.

By Kenneth K

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Jun 24, 2023

I was really impressed with the course content and the mode of delivery. It was challenging but not impossible and I'd recommend this Certificate to anyone with a goal of venturing into Project Management.

By Mercy A

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Feb 7, 2023

This course was an eye opener for me and has exposed me to the rudiments of Project Management. I am so glad i kicked started this course and I am able to complete course one hoping to commence course two.

By Jade W

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Sep 20, 2022

A really excellent broad look at Project Management and the main components that make it up. This course gave a great but concise overview of what it takes to be an effective Project Manager in any field.

By Airad M

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Oct 13, 2021

I am so glade to have chosen this certificate. It is so entertaining and so fun. It really hard to stay motivated when doing online courses. However, this certificate keeps the content fun and interactive.