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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

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.

MR

Nov 27, 2021

Learned a lot such as Agile, C-Suite, Change management, Corporate governance, Culture mapping, DMAIC, Kanban, Lean, Lean Six Sigma, Linear, Matrix structure, Reporting chart, Six Sigma etc. Thank you

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By John P R V

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May 31, 2021

The course is very useful. I am able to learn the fundamentals of Project Management in an interesting way.

By Faouzi O B

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May 10, 2021

Great Course, it gives you an insight of what project management is in very professional way ! Thanks a lot

By Aviv A

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Apr 24, 2021

Very interesting so far, Pretty basic information but definitely handy.

Looking forward to the next course.

By Wisdom J

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Apr 23, 2021

Awesome course. Any beginner would understand the concept easily and clearly. Thanks to Google. Great job.

By Johnny G

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Apr 11, 2021

This has been a great start to understanding the role of project management and the skills that are needed.

By TUSHAR B

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Mar 31, 2021

It was really a nice course. We had fun while learning the course. Thank you so much for this course Google

By Patrick J W

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Mar 16, 2021

As a real beginner, I though it was very interesting and very well presented. I enjoyed it a lot.

Thank you.

By Dana B

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Sep 20, 2024

Wow! The intro to PM is easy to understand and very digestible. I am excited to learn more on the subject.

By Joycelyn P B

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Sep 8, 2024

I love how the instructor explained each detail of the course. I am excited to more a lot in this course.

By Elisabetta F

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Jan 26, 2024

It is very informative and I like that videos alternate to reading parts; it is a format that works for me

By DeAsijania D

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Dec 11, 2023

Absolutely loved how easy the course was to understand the fundamentals of being within project management

By Abdulsemiu M

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Nov 5, 2023

This is an outstanding course, I've learned about skills and how to apply project management methodologies

By Robbie H

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Sep 10, 2023

Great introduction into Project Management. I also enjoyed the tips on getting a job as a project manager.

By Sachin L

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Aug 27, 2023

Learned a lot as to how manage part works in a project compare to being only a developer thinking earlier.

By Gonzalo F T d F

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Aug 15, 2023

un excelente curso, son 6 cursos, para aprobar, hasta ahora me parece del nivel de un diplomado, muy bueno

By Heather O

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Aug 13, 2023

Organized instruction and utilizes video, readings, quizzes and tips throughout to help learn the subject.

By Victor O

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May 16, 2023

Perfect course to start your project management career with. It teaches the methods of project management

By Keren O

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May 9, 2023

Project management made easy. I recommend this course to everyone starting a career in project management.

By James C

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Feb 9, 2023

In-depth and well curated course and the topics for the foundation of project management are well covered.

By Vanessa S

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Feb 7, 2023

Really interesting and well structured learning course. Can´t wait to learn more about Project Management.

By Tansha K G

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Feb 4, 2023

This course is very informative and easy to understand. I liked that the information was not overwhelming.

By kishore P

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Jan 5, 2023

It's useful in learning and gathering skills are important. I have learned the basis of Project Management

By RASHI G

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Dec 19, 2022

I loved this course, I have learned a lot of valuable topics that will help me to find great opportunities

By Omer A

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Dec 17, 2022

It's an amazing course about the basic for the project management for any one need to start in this filed.

By frederick m

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Dec 16, 2022

The course provides a solid foundation on project management. I really enjoyed the training methodologies.