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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

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.

RC

Dec 20, 2022

This course 1 is so clear that I can even apply it to my daily routine! I want to explore more about Project Management. Thank you, Google: Coursera for making this happen to those who lack knowledge.

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By Gregory F

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Apr 22, 2021

I thought all of the material was very well laid out and the quality of the course is very high.

By Sariful I

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Nov 3, 2024

I belive, excellent and new information from this course will helps me a lot in my career path.

By Xiomara N

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Aug 6, 2024

This course was amazing! Taught me so many new things that I cannot wait to apply with my team!

By Hazratgul M

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Mar 2, 2024

I enjoyed it tremendously. Thanks to everyone who worked hard to provide such wonderful content

By john m

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Feb 16, 2024

I wish to express my sincere gratitude for the financial aid and good, relevant course content.

By Sachin N

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Feb 11, 2024

Quite honestly, I enjoyed these sessions especially the speaker who gives pep talks on the way.

By ashley D c

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Dec 10, 2023

Awesome information and learnings to receive in this Journey to learn about Project management

By Hoàng M T

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Nov 13, 2023

This is a good course; it is well-suited to people who start in the field of project management

By Rajasekhar M

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Aug 29, 2023

An Excellent course that may change the course of Life. Full comments on completing the course.

By RPardo M

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Jun 29, 2023

It s`ok, how ever, I still don t´know why certificate replies has no authorization from Google

By Lina M B

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Jun 16, 2023

Fue un curso excelente donde me brindaron las herramientas necesarias para gestionar proyectos.

By Fardeen H

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Mar 15, 2023

Absolutely enjoyed the course, it was well defined and extremely informative and easy to grasp.

By Maha M

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Feb 3, 2023

Perfect Course.

it helped me a lot to understand basics of dealing with team members effectively

By Layne M

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Oct 7, 2022

Very informative, and the Google employees describing their role as project managers is great!

By Muhammad E

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Oct 4, 2022

I learned a lot about prject management and I need to continue the whole course to perfect it.

By Joseph O

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Sep 26, 2022

The course is dessigned to enable self pace. The content is well explained and in simple terms

By Ahmed R

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Sep 25, 2022

A powerful course full of information that encourages you to complete the course in a great way

By Cody P

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Sep 24, 2022

This course is great for advancing your career to gain more in the field of project management.

By Avinash K

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Sep 3, 2022

This course is recommended for everyone who wants to start their carrier in Project Management

By Obiamalu J m

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Aug 29, 2022

So educational, course outlines and materials were broken down to the simplest. I love it here!

By Celeo M

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Aug 29, 2022

I thought it was great! Very nicely laid out, narrated and concise in its delivery and content.

By Mary M

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Aug 13, 2022

Very easy to understand. Delivery and tutoring is well thought out to keep the learner engaged.

By Debarghyo P

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Aug 5, 2022

If you wish to start a new profession in project management, this course is highly recommended.

By Haresh S

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Aug 5, 2022

perfectly tailored by profationals and it cleared all basic doubt related to project management

By Marc D

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Aug 5, 2022

Excellent explanation for the project management role, values, and impact on the organizations.