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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

Nov 10, 2022

It was a fantastic learning experience with a knowledge of project management information. The team as a whole did a fantastic job of demonstrating their individual perspectives on project management.

MM

Feb 28, 2023

thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to enroll this Google project management certification. But, I am not able to pay for the program because I have no money even to sustain myself. Why

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By Alisha S

Sep 27, 2021

I have learned a lot from taking this course in project management. it will definitely assist me on my journey becoming a project manager having the right tools from what i have learnt will enhance my career in this field. i am happy i took the time to do this course.

By Azhari R P

Aug 1, 2021

I am new to online course. But Coursera give me the best learning experience. What I love the most is the sample problem reflects so much on real-life situation. I always prefer the technical or applicable problems rather than only "by theories". Overall great course!

By Tapiwa T

Sep 16, 2024

The instructor for this course is 1000 % on point. He makes you want to keep learning and explains everything with a good easy to understand accent and grammar. Am grateful. and would love to meet this instructor in person the practical knowledge he has is awesome.

By Joan O

Apr 1, 2024

This course is very insightful, I love the activities inside the modules and the quiz at the end of each module. It has given me a broader understanding and a more professional approach to starting a project. Thank you to coursera and all the teachers of this course.

By Roman Z

Aug 22, 2023

Interesting course for beginners, who decided to be a Project Manager and people who just want to improve their skills in this area.

Definitely, I recommend this part of the whole course.

Thank you for giving us an opportunity and for your shared pieces of knowledge.

By Joanie C

Sep 21, 2022

THe presentations/learning segments were in short segments, which is great for being able to do trainings in short windows I have available. The speakers and presenters were great. Really useful information and introduction to project management and methodologies.

By Triseela D B A

Aug 13, 2022

It's something I have been part of in retail. From a team player point of view, I needed to learn the process, jargons and look at the bigger picture of this role. This course help navigate that part. There are more to specialised in future through different courses.

By R W

Jul 11, 2022

I've become so much more aware of my abilities as a project manager without even knowing that I have been managing projects since I was able to put 2 and 2 together (literally). Would recommend this course to anyone who is looking to learn on demand and with clarity!

By Ufudo G

Jun 28, 2022

The course was very insightful and educative. It has opened me up to the wide range of oppurtunities that project managent offers. I recommend this course for beginners as a guide to attain all certifications required to become a professional in project mamangement.

By Ilesanmi A

Apr 19, 2022

It's been an interesting two months learning about the Foundations of Project Management. The timeline is flexible, the tutors are brilliant, and the tasks are memory-refreshing. I look forward to learning about tools and techniques for effective project management.

By GVN

Apr 16, 2022

It's really an excellent Course for an individual who wants to understand the project management at high level and also gives very good overview. Individual can able decide how management carrer path can suits for them and how to go about further in his/her carreer..

By Charlene L

Aug 29, 2021

This course helped me understand what project management is. It's not the typical boring class. I love how people from google tells you a story about their practice and helps you visualize the job more. Thank you so much! OH! and they give you a lot of encouragement!

By Asakiso A

Jun 7, 2021

Very educative and unique for all persons irrespective of relevant experience or starting new, It is perfect. The Tutor has been very excellent in his delivery and pace. Thank You Google and Coursera for giving me the opportunity to take this course on financial aid.

By Ayat S (

Oct 3, 2024

This part of the certificate was so essential to laying the foundation and I think the team did an amazing job at making sure learners have a clear understanding of what Project Management is and the ground work to come with the following courses. Thank you so much!

By Sarah D

Nov 11, 2023

I am fully satisfied with the course. I loved the use of repetition in videos and readings, the graphics that helped with visualisation and the personal anecdotes that help you relate with real life experiences. Concepts are presented in a simple, relatable manner.

By Paul L

Nov 29, 2022

This was a great overview of what Project Management duties consist of. I thought I already had an idea by watching previous colleagues working in this role but I didn't realise there were so much more.

Thank you for the insight and I look forward to the next course.

By Ahsiya L

Nov 17, 2022

Easy and fun to follow the instructions with clear and relevant examples and scenarios that instill in your learning memory. The videos are very helpful especially having to hear and listen to the experiences of those Program/Project Managers in their roles at work.

By Timur A

Aug 28, 2022

This course is amazing and it opened and refreshed a lot of information that was missing and it also helped me get the right vision of how project management is as a starter.

I can't get enough of it and im so excited to proceed with this career to the end and more.

By Harshida K

Jul 7, 2022

If one is looking for career for project manager, this is the perfect course . So much of knowledge and insights about the skills, responsibilites, tools used for project manager role. I thorougly enjoyed it and I am looking forward to learn more in further course.

By Lamwaka G J

May 7, 2022

This course was straight forward, the content was easyyy to understand and relatable to numerous industries. The examples were spot on, and the fact that we were guided on how to create a CV for entry level Project Management roles (not just entry) was very helpful.

By Heisa B G

Sep 29, 2021

Amazing course, I found very friendly the way it was recorded and the lenght of the videos.

In all the course, I never felt bored. I am not native english speaker and I was sooo easy to navigate and understand the whole course. LOVED IT! Cant wait to start the next.

By Marice P

Sep 19, 2021

I love this course. It has allowed me to understand a new way of working, communicating, and organizing. I can use the skills earned from this course in a variety of situations, I have realized I can use Coursera as an influence in my personal and professional life.

By K S

Oct 13, 2023

This course is a really good introduction to how project management can be for you having a career change. Although you may seem as if you're getting a refresher study, this course is built to polish a person with the abilities to learn from other perspectives.🙂👍

By Ashok C F

Jan 3, 2022

I successfully completed the Foundation of Project Management Course today, which I have to say completely exceeded my expectations. So much great content, from great coaches that I will be reading and watching again and again as my own coaching practice develops.

By Shafi A

Sep 16, 2021

Course contents are easy to follow, lot of reading material and video lectures explaining the concepts in deep. Also, the exercise gives confidence on learning the project management terminologies easily. I have determined to complete all the six modules on time.