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About the Course

This is the third course in the Google Project Management Certificate program. This course will explore how to map out a project in the second phase of the project life cycle: the project planning phase. You will examine the key components of a project plan, how to make accurate time estimates, and how to set milestones. Next, you will learn how to build and manage a budget and how the procurement processes work. Then, you will discover tools that can help you identify and manage different types of risk and how to use a risk management plan to communicate and resolve risks. Finally, you will explore how to draft and manage a communication plan and how to organize project documentation. Current Google project managers will continue to instruct and provide you with hands-on approaches for accomplishing these tasks while showing you the best project management tools and resources for the job at hand. 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: - Describe the components of the project planning phase and their significance. - Explain why milestones are important and how to set them. - Make accurate time estimates and describe techniques for acquiring them from team members. - Identify tools and best practices to build a project plan and risk management plan. - Describe how to estimate, track, and maintain a budget. - Explain the procurement process and identify key procurement documentation. - Draft a communication plan and explain how to manage it. - Explain why milestones are important and how to set them. - Explain why a project plan is necessary and what components it contains. - Make accurate time estimates and describe techniques for acquiring them from team members....

Top reviews

AO

Jan 18, 2022

This is a perfectly prepared course. the videos and activities were simply perfect. I learnt a great deal from this.

i would recommend it to anyone wanting in-depth knowledge of Project management.

GD

Oct 30, 2022

I am greatful for this Course in particular. Very well structured and easy to understang . Special Thanks to the Instructor, Rowena and those who shared their experiences during this course. Thank You

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By Daria B

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Feb 26, 2022

This all in a very professional way. i am glad to be part of this journey. i have studied many courses by different companies, mostly from russian, but comparing witj yours they are nothing

By Gina H

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Jan 15, 2023

So much information but all necessary in project management! I feel that I have learned so much in such a short time. I can't wait to use these skills in everyday planning and my career.

By ambarish d

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Dec 30, 2023

This is one of the best courses I have taken very subtle yet very important learning. Thank you to all the teaching staff they were great. Looking forward to implementing it in projects.

By Venkata J

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Feb 28, 2023

This course is excellent. It helped me understand how important put the details in writing like the RACI chart and Risk management plan.

The sampler and exampler exercise is very helpful.

By Karina J

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Aug 31, 2021

Great course. I've learnt a lot here. The whole specialization is very interesting and full of knowledge so far. Every course is becoming more and more advanced but it's really gmazing.

By Avinash M

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Sep 18, 2023

Amazing concepts taught throughout the program! Well Structed! And don't forget to take away the tips and tricks to build your resume and professional profile in Week-5. Thanks Google!

By Mimi W

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Jan 23, 2023

This course was packed with so much juice. I especially liked the numerous opportunities to practice what I was learning in the hands-on activities. Thank you for such a splendid work!

By shardul k

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Nov 8, 2022

This is one of the best learning experience I had while going through this course module .Course content is very detailed and checks knowledge gathered by the participants thoroughly.

By Duy T N

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Sep 18, 2022

Very usefull. This phase is very important in any project and thanks to this course, I understand more how importance and how to implement this phase in detail. Thanks google teachers

By Adam S

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Aug 25, 2022

I really enjoyed course 3. There's a lot of substance in this class. It builds upon lessons learned in the previous two courses. I recommend taking these certificate courses in order.

By Thomas B

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Nov 3, 2021

I continue to be very impressed with the thorough and effective teaching of this course. I have really gained knowledge and usable skills and feel ready to work as a project manager.

By Orlando A S A

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Aug 11, 2022

Every time I have to explain how grateful I am is worthless because this course is making me a better person and I'm obtaining skills that others can't. Thank you Coursera and google

By Joe N

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Mar 29, 2024

A course that is well structured and delivered with simplicity. The real world examples and exercises makes it even easier to grasp various concepts. Great and lively instructors 👌

By Ashish

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Feb 23, 2024

Great course to learn how to start, implement and review the success of any project. Provides insight into various steps involved, tools to be used to ensure you are on right track.

By Keith H

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Jul 24, 2023

The most rewarding of the courses thus far. I learned a lot about execution and my vice has always been the approach to scheduling, risk and the project budget. Very enlightening.

By Neil

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Jun 24, 2024

Very well put together and so much knowledge I gained. Also, I found it very inspiring as well, just to know I was able to complete just another piece of the puzzle. 3 more to go.

By Nancy S

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Oct 20, 2022

I appreciate the amount of detail in the course content, and I especially appreciate the option section about tailoring your resume for project management positions. VERY helpful!

By mariana c

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Apr 25, 2021

Great content. I really enjoyed learning more about all the components of a project. How to properly document, communicate and keep track of the project were really well explained!

By Ian S

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Nov 26, 2023

Love the material. Well done online course using repetition with different learning methods to make sure the learner absorbs. Good instructor this course. Shes has good cadence.

By Eugene W

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Aug 24, 2023

It was really challenging to keep it all in my head at once, but it isn't complex. It will be easy to remember with practise I wish that there was more optional practise material.

By Salah A

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Mar 27, 2023

it was full wealthy course, Thanks for instructor and Google team, Also thanks for Coursera platform for helping in spread knowledge especially who couldn't afford financial fees.

By Dani S

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Oct 16, 2024

This course really helped introduce project management theories to me. I didn't realize that I've already been applying some of these skills in my work as a Service Team Analyst.

By Tijuana R

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Jun 5, 2023

There were parts of the final module that was a bit ambiguous but overall, the course was detailed and laid out properly. I learned a lot that I can use for my career transition.

By MEHUL V P

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Jan 15, 2023

I will say I learned quite a bit in this course, I also enjoyed myself…. So that says something.  The assignments were very beneficial to the entire learning process. Thank you

By Jade W

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Oct 4, 2022

Really excellent information about building a project and communicating. Several eye opening ideas and templates that I'll definitely use in the future to make my life easier.