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About the Course

This is the first of six courses in the Google Project Management Certificate program, which will help you develop the skills needed to apply for entry-level roles as a project manager. 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. Current Google project managers will offer a multi-dimensional educational experience that will provide you with tools you can apply on the job. 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

JK

Oct 5, 2021

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!

S

Jul 1, 2021

Mixed video, activity, and test help me focus and learn so much. And we can try many times in the test help us gain more confident and chance to enhance where we haven't understand. Such a great work.

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By Muzammil R

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Apr 14, 2022

Thanks for the wonderful course in which learned about the project managenment skills

By Okorodudu A

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Apr 6, 2022

This course has elaborated my memories to so many things and i am so happy about that.

By Asma H S

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Apr 3, 2022

loved every bit of it. very detailed course as a foundation and in very easy language

By Vladyslav K

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Mar 23, 2022

Great Course!

As i mentioned earlier, would be better to prioritize videos over reading

By Annika P

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Feb 24, 2022

The course contained a lot of valuable information and was very throroughly delivered.

By JINJU L

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Dec 28, 2021

It was perfect course to learn about Project Manager's role and how to approach to JD.

By Luis V

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Nov 19, 2021

Great course to get started in your journey as a PM! Emilio is a very good instructor!

By nguyen h

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Nov 3, 2021

This course is very helpful for my current job. highly appreciated Coursera's support!

By Krastyo S

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Oct 14, 2021

great experience, for someone that has never gone through something similar! Go for it

By Aimee W

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Sep 5, 2021

Super informative, relevant and insightful. Would recommend to anyone managing a team.

By Raja S I

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Sep 3, 2021

Thanks for the PM course; it provided me with the information and confidence I needed.

By Dyuthi H

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Jul 26, 2021

A very fresh and exciting course if you're interested in the project management field!

By Caroline H

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Jul 22, 2021

An excellent introduction to Project Management and a strong basis for moving forward.

By ESHWAR

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Jul 6, 2021

I LEARNED A LOT FROM THIS COURSE I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO KNOWING MORE ABOUT THIS FIELD

By BADER N M

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May 27, 2021

Excellent overview on the foundation of project management. Would definitely recommend

By Joseph L

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May 12, 2021

Awesome intro to project management that touches on Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and more.

By Sunanda P M

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Apr 13, 2021

It is a wonderful course for someone looking to enter in the project management world.

By Muataz T

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Jan 2, 2025

Very good starting course with full of detailed information especially for beginners.

By Oluwatobi O

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Jan 1, 2025

I love the way the course is structured. It is easier to learn the concepts with it.

By Rakesh K Y

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Dec 12, 2024

This is an amazing course for beginner level learner in the project management field.

By Kofoworola G T

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Jun 13, 2024

This was a very interesting course. It kept me motivated and it is very interractive.

By Charith E A

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Jun 11, 2024

Very Useful Course and obtained more knowledge about Project Management Fundamentals

By Francis M

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Jun 5, 2024

I enhanced what I already know and learned new topic about project management. Thanks

By ShemenPadua

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Jun 3, 2024

It is very informative and gives me a more detailed perception of project management.

By Dennis L

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May 7, 2024

This is an excellent overview of Project Management with the view of seeking a Career