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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 Luke T

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Jun 22, 2022

Eexcellent! This was by far the best course in the series so far. Very detail oriented, relevant, and on point. I came out feeling like I learned a lot and am much more equipped to pursue project management. Highly recommend. 

By Shreyansh J

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Apr 14, 2021

Hat's off, just amazing! It provides you with all the necessary tools to handle any project be it related to your family, life or business successfully. Thanks a million to all the team members who brought this course to life!

By Lopez M Y

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May 23, 2022

This course started off really easy and then it kept on getting more complicated and more complex, but I really learned a lot, and enjoyed it. I hope to continue to learn as much as I can with the rest of the courses.

By Igoche F F

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May 30, 2024

The course widened my knowledge of the key components of a project planning phase, the components of a project budget, and how the budget process works, and the importance of documenting plans. It is a very rich resource.

By Charles T

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Jun 23, 2023

This The Best Course For Project Management That Google Have, This Is Suitable For IT Engineers in Seniority Level Who Got 3 - 5 Years Experience Working. Thanks Providing Course 3 Project Planning Putting It All Together

By Soledad N R

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Jun 21, 2023

Excelente, realmente no dejo de sorprenderme con el nivel de detalle del curso. Hay muchos procesos o vocabulario que conocia y lo repetia como loro y ahora termine de cerrar el circulo y entender lo que estoy diciendo.

By Saul R

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Jan 27, 2023

I have a better idea in documents and tool to use during a project and get the entire team in the same level of work by a good plan of communication, also is very important to keep your resume according to your position.

By Christiane A S

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Jul 31, 2022

This course is extremely interesting! It provided me with a lot of tools & information and this in addition to valuable tips for applying for a new job. Moreover, the instructor is very professional. Thank you so much!

By Daniel M d S

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Jan 29, 2022

Very good course, well explained by the trainers and in fluent language that anyone, regardless of nationality, can understand. Good tools to work with. It really helps the real examples in each course. thank you so much

By YUSUF K Ü

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Jul 9, 2022

Thank you very very very much, to Coursera and Google Team. The learning journey and the quality of the teaching style are magnificent as well. You give me hope to continue my career dreams. God Bless You! Best Regards,

By purva b

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Jun 2, 2024

A very thorough course with extremely useful insights on the basics of project planning. I was particularly interested in learning about how to forecast budget for a project. I found the exercise particularly helpful.

By mohammad k

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Feb 1, 2022

this course was more detailed and challenging to compare with the last courses. I am really keen to go for the next one. the instructure of this course was clear and this course covers what is really needed to learn.

By Vishal V

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Dec 9, 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. Thanks Coursera 💙

By Akash K

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Aug 14, 2022

Highly effective training on project planning which provides a detailed roadmap on effective planning, risk management, documentation & communication. I got a lot to learn in this course. Thanks a lot to Google Team!

By Carrie C

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Jul 11, 2023

Provides several great applications for work, which allows me to get the skills and tools to enhance my time management during teamwork. Should I recommend courses for new PMs, this course will definitely be listed!

By Adrian P

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Apr 4, 2021

The course was much more informational and heavier than the previous two. I have gained a lot of knowledge and it will be beneficial to revisit notes to ensure I remain up to date with the knowledge I have acquired.

By Chekwube A

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Aug 8, 2023

I am very glad to have participated in this course. I truly learnt a lot of things regarding project management, particularly the planning phase, and will apply these going forward. Thank you for the great lessons!

By Vincent I

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Mar 25, 2022

The course has given me hands on skills in project planning. Given that a project plan is the prerequisite for the success of any project, the skills learned in this course will help me in my project managment role

By Wei X T

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Jun 26, 2023

This course is simply amazing. As a complete novice, I get to learn the basic of project planning and various tools to help me with my future projects. I have gained so much knowledge from this course. Thank you.

By Jamal

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Aug 10, 2022

Great introduction into various project management tools such as Gantt Charts, RACI Charts, Communication Plans etc., and how to work collaboratively through Google Workspace, particularly Sheets, Docs and Drive.

By Mohamed S

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May 11, 2021

This course is awesome, a lot of useful and detailed information, materials, and documents that prepares you for a role in project management.

Rowena the instructor is great at delivering the information smoothly.

By Wodaj B M

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Dec 10, 2024

This is one of the most interesting courses I have taken, all the related practical exercises are useful. I strongly recommend this course for any one who is really want to pursue a career in project management.

By rodrika w

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Sep 20, 2022

Great course, super informative, the only frustrating part is the peer gradedassignments. In order to get your grades right away, you have to linger in the discussion page and often refresh and respond quickly.

By YS T

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Jul 14, 2022

The whole Google PM course package comprised well designed courses with a good mix of videos, quizzes and hands-on practice! Totally recommended for anyone who is keen to explore a career in project management.

By Marta P

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Apr 15, 2024

The instructor is nice, precise and helpful. The whole course is "on point". I've learnt much of that course! There were some nice exercises which also helps me improve in google docs/spreadsheets/presentations