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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

SC

Oct 10, 2022

Very informative. Did not realize there was more in order to get the certificate. Need to be more transparent with the actual course agenda and allow for a less controlled way to get thru the courses.

SO

Apr 11, 2022

So much information was packaged in this course but it was so well organized and delivered that I was compelled to complete every segment. Well timed quizzes helped to ensure my comprehension as well.

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By Pablo E

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Oct 31, 2022

I was really surprised in particular "The life cycle of a project" That knowledge changed my life, it helped me to organize works and things of my personal life and really finish every task that I have proposed. Honestly, the Project Manager career is a tremendous skill that can be learned and that can lead you to not only a good job, but to be happier in your life.

By Kayla R U

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Aug 18, 2023

I have taken other courses in project management before but I must say that this is the best so far. The course is very well detailed and explanatory. I had some myths prior about project management without even knowing, this course washed away my worries and has given me more insight and knowledge on being a better project manager. I totally recommend this course.

By andrew9966

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Jul 28, 2023

Great course that not only covers the basic overview of Project Management, but also touches on topics like how a PM affects different organization hierarchies, different career types a PM can take, and how a previous lack of project experience isnt what you think and how you can actually leverage previous work experience in a project role. 5 out 5 for this course.

By Soneni M

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Mar 15, 2023

What a course compared to the one that I embarked on at a certain Institution! The course content was greatly articulated and easy to understand and the videos were exceptional. All my expectations were met. I will definitely pursue the next phase of this course. Thanks a lot to everyone involved in the creation of the Course content and may God richly bless you!!

By Evalyne K

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Oct 1, 2022

The most informative course I have ever done, very well formulated, informative, easy to understand, I loved moving on and I looked forward to each and every video. My journey to becoming a Project Manager is real and I cannot wait to start Course 2. Thank you Google for the amazing opportunity. five stars are not enough so am putting more stars for you **********

By Bianca T

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Jul 22, 2022

The first two weeks of the course picked up slow because they had to share the basics. It was slow for me because I was already familiar with project management. But BOY! It picked up in Weeks 3 and 4. I learned SO much and found the exercises to be insightful.

My recommendation is to take plenty of notes because you will need to return to this information one day.

By Sofia R

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Feb 4, 2024

I appreciate learning about what a Project Manager needs to bring to any project. Soft skills are required, as well as technical skills. This course broadened my vision of a PM and highlighted the areas I need to work on before jumping into a Project as a PM. It also boosted my confidence and helped me identify skills I currently have to keep pursuing this career.

By long h t

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Feb 28, 2023

I found the material covered in this course to be quite informative. I now have a more thorough understanding of what project management, projec, and the project life cycle are. I also gained knowledge of several project management techniques, like the water fall method, agile method, Six sigma, and others. This course will prepare me to lead a successful project,

By Rosana S

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Jun 15, 2021

A complete and essential course for those who wish to boost their career and particularly have never had contact with project management.

Week 3 is a must, approaching Project Life Cycle and its breakdown concisely and objectively.

| 1, Iniatiate | 2, Make a Plan | 3, Execute & Complete Tasks | 4, Close |

Really enjoyed attending Emilio´s classes!

I highly recommend!

By Mildred I

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Jun 2, 2021

I feel greatly privileged to have been part of this course. The instructor was refreshing and very helpful with his explanations and mannerisms in describing concepts. Listening to stories from other project and program managers at Google was also very great. I look forward to more and also using the skills I have learned and worked on in my future career pursuit.

By Nestor S

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Sep 6, 2023

Very streamlined and easy to understand. I have been doing project management work for 4 years now but it was more of a learn on the field kind of deal ever since. Learning the fundamentals through this course definitely help me familiarize my self more with the concepts of what it is I really do. A lot of learnings to enhance my practices as well moving forward.

By Paul G

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Aug 21, 2022

The course provides skills, knowledge that you can immediately use.

I found the presentations to be very professional and engaging. They very much encourage you to consider the importance and value project management brings to an organisation. Indeed, I find myself applying the nuggets of information to ongoing projects in my own workplace.

Its highly recommended.

By Marco M

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Mar 18, 2022

Si è rivelato MOLTO interessante e utile, anche se io già lavoro stabilmente in una organizzazione nella quale ho maturato gran parte delle esperienze che ho potuto riscontrare nel corso, il quale mi ha fornito spunti di riflessione, catalogazione, ordine e workflow corretti per poter inquadrare e sviluppare le competenze per svolgere semrpe meglio il ruolo di PM

By Abdi D G

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Jan 6, 2024

Enrolling in the Foundations of Project Management course on Coursera by Google was a rewarding experience. Striking a perfect balance between engaging content and manageable challenges kept me motivated throughout. The course not only deepened my understanding of the subject but also made learning enjoyable. A heartfelt thank you for this enriching opportunity!

By Gefferson d J

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Jun 25, 2023

The course effectively introduced the field of project management to a novice like me. Despite being fed with so many project management-related jargons, I was able to get a good grasp of the subject matter and feel like I'm ready to take on further studies to master project management. Thank you for crafting such a beginner-friendly yet knowledge-filled course!

By BEN G R

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Jul 16, 2021

Le cours est très complet, détaillé et bien présenté. Les supports de cours sont bien choisis et très utiles pour comprendre davantage les informations communiquées dans les différents chapitres. Je suis très satisfaite et très contente de participer à ce cours. J'ai beaucoup appris. Merci beaucoup à toute l'équipe de Google pour cette formation très pertinente.

By Tricia D

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Jun 15, 2022

A thorough introduction to project management! I think that the instructional designers did a wonderful job on this course. Videos were no more than 7 minutes, there were plenty of interactive activities to check understanding, and each quiz was challenging but attainable. I left course 1 with lots of new ideas, notes, and excitement about a new career journey.

By Sophia G

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Jun 17, 2024

Foundations of Project Management (Course 1) was a really great overview of what the field of project management is, what a project manager's general role is when working on any given project, the overall project lifecycle and methods/strategies to managing a project. This course provided me with a wonderful starting point...excited to jump into Course 2 next!

By Charly G S M

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Feb 28, 2024

A pesar de estar en inglés, se entiende perfectamente y me gustó además los tips que enseñan para la búsqueda de empleo. A pesar de ser PM desde hace algunos años, este curso me recordó la prácticas básicas del rol de forma sencilla pero completa. El curso está muy bien diseñado!!! Ahora... a traducirlo al español (con tantas herramientas no debe ser difícil).

By Camilo P

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Aug 6, 2023

The course on Foundations of Project Management allowed me to realize that in my current job I am doing project management. It has also provided me with the clarity of the skills, steps and processes that I need to focus on in order to consolidate the way I see myself and I operate as a successful project , and to develop my career in project management roles.

By Crystal M

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Jan 10, 2023

For a new comer like me jumping into this certificate was not challenging at all. the course is very well detailed and the additional resources help better understand the course materials as well. The videos are great and the practice interactive assignments are great too!. I highly recommend for those who have no background or knowledge of Project Management.

By JW

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Jul 1, 2022

Very concise, full of information, and easy to digest. It seems to touch on all points of project management so you get a good scope of role and field. I love the way it was broken down between the videos and readings. I also very much enjoyed the videos from Google team members! They are full of insightful tips and tidbits. Overall, really great first course.

By Faraz S

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Apr 25, 2022

This course is a must for entry-level project managers who wish to pursue their careers as Project Managers, and a refresher for experienced project managers. It provides a solid foundation for the core principles of Project Management through well-structured videos and reading materials with relevant exercises and quizzes. I recommend this course to everyone.

By Ammar B

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Mar 21, 2022

I'm open for the content as it's extended. New learning is always welcomed and I'm surprised to learn how project management has been in my sphere and I didn't know it. Light -bulb moment. also I'm not a PM currently however having the terms applicable to the functions has been an eye opener on leveraging what I currently do and adding PM as a proficent skill.

By Jose L

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Jul 20, 2024

The course was insightful, but not overwhelming. It provided great information on the concepts and methodologies involved in Project Management, as well as assisted in helping to identify which of my current job skills directly correlated with those required of a PM. I look forward to continuing to learn about both the skills and the roles of a successful PM.