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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.

SC

Jul 3, 2021

I'm learning a LOT, and you don't have to take it quite as slowly as they suggest. But, it's nice that there's a manageable pace set out for you. Instructor and guests were great--relatable and clear.

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By Saidi N

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Jul 6, 2022

The teaching pace was good, the content was well structured and introduced new concepts in a way that makes them seem simple, which mentally prepares the learner to recieve the content.

By Ayo O

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Jun 7, 2022

This course is fully packed with the basics and concepts every project manager should know. After completing this course/module, I already feel I know alot about being a Project Manager.

By Asem S

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Jun 1, 2022

the demonstration and presentation are very helpful in understanding the course goals!

I have enjoyed it and I will start the next course Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project

By ريدان ا

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Apr 20, 2022

Wonderful and very beautiful content in which I acquired new skills about project management and will be applied in the coming days on actual projects on the groun d. Thank you, Coursera

By Rob C

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Mar 25, 2022

Fantastic course, enjoyed learning about the foundations of a Project Manager. It has given me a sense of desire to progress my skillset and transition into the project management world.

By peter a

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Jan 30, 2022

Phenomenal course with great insight. I would highly recommend for anyone looking to get into project managment to take this course as there is information I had no insight on previously

By Monica S

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Jan 18, 2022

It is very clear, the instructors have the necessary experience to convey their own work experiences to explain specific concepts, I really liked the structure of the course. Thank you!

By Graham M

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Dec 6, 2021

Although it has been a little daunting going back studying again after so long, I have this course refreshing and helpful, with easy to follow guidelines and simple but effective lessons

By KHAlED

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Oct 3, 2021

was amazing and fascinating course, learn alot about project management & its life cycle , methodology , organization structure and culture and alot of details about project management

By Cameron S

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Sep 27, 2021

Very recommended as a great introduction to the Project Management field. It is vey insightful of what a Project Manager do in the variety of fields of their career.

It is very worth it.

By Muhammad H K

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Sep 12, 2021

Great knowledge to learn and have. It helped me in getting a view of how projects in general work. I recommend this course to anyone who is interested or involved in any type of project.

By Collins C

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Sep 8, 2021

I really enjoyed the course. It really has given me a solid foundation in project management and from here onwards, I'm not as scared as I used to be about project management. Thank you.

By Neeraj K P

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Jul 31, 2021

The course is really good and helpful in understanding the basic concepts. However, it would be better if more real life examples were included in it (other than company's point of view)

By Samuel T

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Mar 27, 2021

This course has given me a clear overview of what project management jobs consist of. IT also provided a clear path to improving my skills and understanding what is expected of the role.

By Patricia S

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Oct 23, 2023

La información que contiene es ideal para conocer acerca de las tareas y responsabilidades generales de la formacion como project manager, totalmente te da una idea y te motiva a seguir

By Ali A

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Sep 3, 2023

I liked it a lot, everything is clear, although my command of language doesnt allow me to fully take advantage of the knowledge, that's why i wasnt able to get a good mark on all tests.

By Mercy J

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Aug 29, 2023

This is Captivating !! I had amazing experience with this content, it enlightened me with different professional terminologies that we use during project management

Thank you Team Google

By Chantelle R

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Jul 12, 2023

This course provides a very solid basis for understanding project management. The videos and course material were great and complex topics were broken down into understandable concepts.

By Avoni G

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Mar 27, 2023

This was a great understanding and introduction to Project Management. Truly thrilled and happy to have gained valuable knowledge and insights on how to be a successful project manager.

By Aziz U

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Jan 28, 2023

The whole period of moving through the course was so excited. I have learned so many things regarding the project management. Which will be helpful for me to practice in my career along

By Jose G R

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Nov 5, 2022

I think that this course is a very complete project management course. The professors are very professional end they explain all the material in a way we can understand the information.

By Lucas

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Sep 4, 2022

Es una buena manera de comenzar a formalizar procesos de decisión, no solamente gestión de proyectos.

el planteo de las clases, lecturas y evaluaciones me resultó además muy amigable.

By Medara E U

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Aug 23, 2022

Very apt, the resources, presentations, modules and even the enthusiasm of the moderators are very encouraging and on point. I feel blessed to be a beneficiary. What a time to be alive!

By Kecia B

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May 11, 2022

This really solidified for me that this was career path I want to pursue. I have been wanting a career that was more fulfilling that my current. I feel this course is the right start,

By Maria A

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May 8, 2022

Perfect, perfect, perfect.

This course has solidified information I alredy new and intorduced me to a lot of new topics. I look forward to progressing onto the next course. Many thanks.