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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 Gilbert K V

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Oct 30, 2022

Phenomenal course on project management for anyone wanting to start their journey in project management!

By kike i

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Oct 25, 2022

It is a very detailed course for beginners, and I feel very confident about my new choice of career path

By Denys S

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Sep 1, 2022

I liked it. The presentation is clear and to-the-point. All course materials are useful and interesting.

By Prateek J

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Aug 21, 2022

Best Course Structure for Project Management. You will learn more about project manager responsibilities.

By Ahmed A

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Jul 28, 2022

Perfect foundation for project management and necessary skills and responsibilities of a project manager.

By Samuel P L

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Jul 23, 2022

The course content makes justice to the course title.

Learnt a lot of new things,.....eager to learn more.

By Erin B

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Jun 23, 2022

VERY well done! Interactive, well-paced, and top notch content delivery. The educator in me is impressed!

By Indra A W

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Jun 17, 2022

This course is super helpful for me who just entered the world of Project Management in the organization!

By Niki B

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May 21, 2022

This course was very well thought out, resonably paced, and concise. Really enjoyed it and learned a lot.

By Carlos E

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Apr 17, 2022

You really are going to learn a lot here even if you have a lot of experience like I had before starting.

By Anugerah G H P

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Apr 16, 2022

too cool, i would like to collaborate as soon as possible i start journey as project manager, thank youu

By Adeleke J

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Apr 11, 2022

The course presented a comprehensive foundation to project management in a way that is fun and educating.

By Chisanga M

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Mar 13, 2022

This is a very good course for beginners . It explains the concepts with so much clarity and practicality

By Utkarsh S

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Feb 23, 2022

I will recommend this course if you want to learn the basic of project management with in-depth knowledge

By Sandra V

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Feb 20, 2022

Clear overview of PM with succinct explanations of key concepts. I look forward to the remaining courses.

By Olivia M

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Jan 18, 2022

Just completed Course 1 and I love this program! Very user friendly, chunked well for best understanding.

By Hamdan A

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Dec 10, 2021

One chance that helped me a lot Thank you Coursera

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step

By Akshay Y

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Dec 1, 2021

It helps to clear all basics about how its works and what is the scope and importance of Project Manager

By Ann M I

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Oct 31, 2021

Provided a basic overview of project and change management; including the key skills and success factors

By Priyashree C

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Oct 2, 2021

I loved every bit of this course! Its so informative and enjoyable at the same time. Emolio was so great!

By Sabah T N

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Sep 30, 2021

Taking this course was amazing!! I learnt many important skills and ideas that can help me in my career.

By Margiela P

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Sep 6, 2021

great course, learned alot and enjoy the online learning experience this new age of education is so cool

By Saniya N

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Aug 7, 2021

I loved this course and learned a lot of new things. The videos and readings were very helpful. Thank you

By Alejandro M A

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Jul 28, 2021

la verdad todo el curso es muy bueno, lo malo es la traducción a español pero de ahi todo esta super !!!!

By Swati H N

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Jul 24, 2021

It is truly remarkable feels immense pleasure and proud to complete the Foundations of Project Management