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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 Gist W A

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Feb 3, 2023

The course content was well organize for easy understanding, the resource persons are excellent at what they do. I have learned a lot from this course.

By Lee J

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Jan 22, 2023

Great video tutorials to learn while listening, and the reading materials are easy to digest as well. Could be completed in shorter time if hardworking

By Saleem J

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Jan 6, 2023

A great value for the time and money spent. Impressed with the instructor and the instruction. Quality of material and presentation was par excellence.

By Margaret o

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Nov 11, 2022

It was the best decision ever enrolling on this course, i learnt a lot and am looking forward to making positive impact with this new skills.

thank you.

By Sultan Y

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Oct 12, 2022

This a great course for anyone wanting to learn about Project management. Very informative and engaging with great graphics and is super user-friendly.

By Martin B

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Oct 5, 2022

Excellent introduction to Property Management, really looking forward to the rest of the modules in the Google Project Manager Certification program.

By Marlene M

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Aug 23, 2022

Muy completo, definiciones claras y ejemplos muy concretos, reforzando el aprendizaje teórico. Me gustó mucho la dinámica del curso, y su organización.

By Poojitha V

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Aug 4, 2022

Best course to learn about Foundations in Project Management. Very detailed and i liked the fact about random quizes and Assigment affter each modules.

By Rashmi K

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Aug 3, 2022

I would like to learn how to write cover letter if that can be included in this course in uncover job opportunities section that would be great. Thanks

By Oluwaseyi A

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Jul 29, 2022

I really enjoyed taking this course. It is easy to learn and understanding. I am grateful to google for this opportunity. I do not take it for granted.

By Nor Z

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Jul 2, 2022

It's amazing and mostly not boring except for the reading part it's a bit hard to focus while reading online, but overall it was an amazing experience.

By Martin B

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Jun 30, 2022

This was very informative! I absolutely loved they way it was presented with a healthy mix of video, text, interactive elements and quizzes. Brilliant!

By Lucy A

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Jun 23, 2022

The instructor is amazing. He's pleasant to listen to all the time. He's clear and has a warm likeable approach. He's good looking too (if I dare say!)

By Mahesh G M

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Jun 2, 2022

Excellent video and write up to understand. Also quiz comes in small interval. so we need to focus, if not understand then re watch video or read text.

By Diksha R

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Mar 14, 2022

Really helped me gain theoretical experience and knowledge, feeling more confident with the completion of this course. looking forward to more courses.

By Rehan A

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Mar 9, 2022

Well crafted, congrats to those who fronted on-screen and supported on the backend in putting together the Foundations of Project Management.

Well done.

By Lopez M Y

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Mar 4, 2022

I have learned the project management foundation and believe this will continue to help on my next courses to better understand the project initiation.

By edwin l

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Feb 1, 2022

Excellent course, really didactic and interesting. I have learned a lot and I am sure the following courses must be as great as this one or even better

By Priscilla K

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Dec 30, 2021

The course content was easy to understand and very involving.

The use of real examples and experience sharing made it more interesting.

Thank you so much

By Madhusudhana G

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Oct 17, 2021

This is the Best guide for understanding of Project management and their roles. This course is simple and easy guide for readers with strong foundation

By Mr A

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Aug 21, 2021

I learned alot of interesting things about project management. I also loved the videos where professionals talked about their career and their success.

By Ritesh S S

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Jul 28, 2021

The first course was an amazing experience. It was of so much help to me. The instructor in videos was fluent and the information was easily digestible

By C, A

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Jul 2, 2021

This was a very enjoyable and insightful course. It has really geared me up for the world of Project Management and I'm excited for the other courses!

By Deepura S D

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Jun 27, 2021

The way of teaching is totally interesting and easy uderstand. Moreover, one of the best way to learn project management during the Covid-19 pandemic.

By Dara A

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Jun 22, 2021

i really enjoyed the courses, top instructor makes me believe that everyone may be able to learn everything that they like. keep learning and believe !