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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

LD

Aug 11, 2021

I loved this course. It was so informative. I took a lot of notes and hope to implement everything I've learned in real-life instances. I look forward to advancing professionally as a project manager.

SC

Jul 3, 2021

I'm learning a LOT, and you don't have to take it quite as slowly as they suggest. But, it's nice that there's a manageable pace set out for you. Instructor and guests were great--relatable and clear.

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By Javier K

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Sep 11, 2022

Well-designed course covering foundations.

By Kapil S

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Sep 9, 2022

wow i like it alot the trainer was amazing

By Ayyappa T

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Sep 9, 2022

Nice to learn Basics of Project Management

By Ndigwe J

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Sep 8, 2022

Thank you coursera for this awesome course

By Zoraida L

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Aug 28, 2022

El curso da una muy buena introduccion a PM

By Chukwuemeka A

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Aug 27, 2022

Quite clear and well delivered. Thank you.

By Janusz G

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Aug 21, 2022

I am sorry i did not make it much earlier.

By Samel K

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Aug 19, 2022

Great course, i have sucessfully completed.

By abdullah m

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Aug 14, 2022

Great introduction and very helpful content

By Sara M

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Aug 8, 2022

Very interactive and had an excellent pace.

By Wachid P

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Aug 8, 2022

Sangat membantu dan menambah banyak wawasan

By Adetunji O A

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Aug 1, 2022

It is a very good and well explained course

By Nmesoma J

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Jul 29, 2022

This course was very helpful and insightful

By Mohammadali G

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Jul 28, 2022

It was really useful to me.Thank You Google

By Precious O

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Jul 20, 2022

It has been an amazing learning experience.

By Rita D M Y

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Jul 18, 2022

Learned so much in this course! Thank you!

By Indeuk H

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Jul 16, 2022

Great overview to learn project management.

By Menna A

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Jul 4, 2022

easy to get and understand and very helpful

By Ankuh

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Jun 13, 2022

An excellent course to get the basics of PM

By MONIL P

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Jun 12, 2022

Amazing tool and platform to learn about PM

By Odera M

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Jun 10, 2022

Absolutely wonderful learning from experts.

By Yassin B

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Jun 4, 2022

Thanks for giving us this great opportunity

By Angelly m

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Jun 1, 2022

Excelente curso! bien explicado y dinamico

By Aakanksha S

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May 15, 2022

Wonderful course and perfectly structured.

By Dennis K

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May 12, 2022

So educative.

Looking ahead to conquer more.