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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 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.

By ENDRIS U

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Jul 9, 2022

Excellent course.This curse was very helpful filled with unique and special instructors videos.

By Terri Y

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Jun 24, 2022

This course is a very helpful primer to understanding what is required to be a project manager.

By John Y

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Jun 13, 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed taking this course. It was very easy to understand and very comprehensive.

By Thierry S

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May 29, 2022

Very complete, empowering and well balanced formation.

Makes one want to watch the next module.

By Naresh

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May 17, 2022

Informative and useful in enhancing my project management skills from the leader in Technology.

By Henry I

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May 11, 2022

This course is very essential for anyone interested in pursuing Project management as a career.

By Abderrahmane A

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May 7, 2022

Project management explained simply with real life examples, I highly recommand this training !

By Queen E H

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May 6, 2022

I feel like I learn alot of vital information to help me with my future for project management.

By Brandon S

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May 2, 2022

Incredibly informative and solid foundation of project management. I would recommend to anyone.

By Ayokunmi A

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Mar 3, 2022

The course instructor is very knowledgeable. Examples are relatable. The course flow is great.

By Mammadova I

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Feb 13, 2022

It helped me a lot to understand this subject and to have an right vision of what i want to do.

By Luis T

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Feb 12, 2022

Great introduction to the basics and core terminology. I also enjoyed the interactive use-cases

By Johnny M P

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Dec 31, 2021

So helpful for someone who is new to project management. I really recommend taking this course.

By Preethi A

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Dec 11, 2021

Thank you, thats a great start for anyone to learn about the foundations of project management.

By Amy

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Nov 7, 2021

great course. learned a lot and was able to apply my learnings with my current role. thank you.

By Kotatsu K

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Nov 4, 2021

Very helpful and fun even for a seasoned program manager like me. I'd recommend it to everyone.

By Deanna W

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Oct 30, 2021

Great program, reinforces that everyone has used project management somehow in their work/life.

By Rishabh s

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Oct 12, 2021

Good Experience Thanks to Google and its team for producing such a wonderful training content .