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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

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

BC

Dec 26, 2021

This course is very helpful for those who want to kick start their career in project management field. It is highly interactive and covers basics of project management thoroughly. I really enjoyed it.

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By David C

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Mar 18, 2021

A wonderful introductory course in project management. Easily digestible pieces. It is a lot better than my semester-long college course.

By Victoria J

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Feb 27, 2024

I really enjoyed doing this course, it took a little longer than I expected, but the goal is to complete it and that is what I have done.

By Bryan B

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Jan 20, 2024

The instructor did an amazing job! the course is well structured and well balanced in terms of videos, readings, quizzes and assignments.

By Muhammad A

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Aug 15, 2023

Exceptionally Well-Crafted! The best ever if you are looking for deep knowledge and understanding about the basics of Project management.

By Sion K

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Aug 1, 2023

It was the best course to learn the foundations of Project Management. I am ready to take on more advanced courses in project management.

By Christopher P

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Jun 13, 2023

Me ayudo a mejorar mis conocimientos sobre el manejo de proyectos. Además profundizó conocimientos para poder utilizar en nuevos procesos

By Virginia F

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Feb 12, 2023

Very informative course. This is indeed the right course for upskilling persons who are holding positions that require management skills.

By Deslyn C

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Nov 17, 2022

I would recommend this to as much persons as I can, I 've learned alot and got a certificate too.

THANKS GOOGLE and the GUYANA GOVERNMENT.

By Eduardo C

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Nov 13, 2022

An excellent introduction to PM, covering multiple aspects of the role, numerous methodologies and interconnection with the organization.

By Anne A

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Nov 2, 2022

The course was enlightening. It has broaden my knowledge of project management, and I can better manage projects than I have been doing.

By Najeeb R

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Oct 8, 2022

Amazing course very well planned and thought in a very friendly environment. I always feel to better equipped for moving on in my career

By ROSA M V M

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Oct 4, 2022

This is an excellent course to learn the basic principles, concepts, skills, and practices to be a successful project manager. Thanks!!

By tareq s

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Sep 22, 2022

the course was amazing and i have learned alot alog the course videos and readings , the great thing was that the course was interactive

By Kamakshi's

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Sep 15, 2022

the course is very smartly designed. I was even able to complete section in my break on job. I really enjoyed studying after a long time

By Duy T N

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Sep 1, 2022

Clear instruciton, useful and important knowledge for the begginer. Thanks all of teachers and people who involving in create this course

By Andréa D O

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Aug 23, 2022

It has tremendous informations, really practical ones and I appreciate the lecturer, the documents provided, and so. Highly recommended.

By abna s

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Aug 1, 2022

well paced and detailed videos. Sub titles were helpful. Good insight into basics and lot of new terms were discussed. Highly encouraging

By Divyansh S

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Jul 31, 2022

I have made the use of this oppurtunity and thank you again for providing me with such a brilliant course and world class infrastructure.

By Andrea O

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Jul 30, 2022

Excelente curso para concoer las bases de un PM. Estoy por comenzar un nuevo puestod e trabajo y me fue bastante útil en general.

Gracias

By Claudia N P H

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Jun 4, 2022

El curso esta bueno, lo malo es el certificado que dice de curso sin credito, deberian redactarlo mejor para que no se lea tan despectivo

By Sasha L

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May 27, 2022

This was a great introductory course to Project Management. I am very excited to continue this learning pathway. Can't wait for Course 2!

By Gem G

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May 23, 2022

This course is very helpful, not only to project managers but also those looking to start up their own business small scale or otherwise.

By Md S R

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Nov 23, 2021

Thanks for giving me chance to learn from Coursera on Foundation of Project Management. It's an absolute platform to learn. Thanks again!

By Oswald M E

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Nov 17, 2021

What a great course! Every topic is clear, concise and objective. The instructor is fantastic. This course deserves more than five stars!

By Bhavana K P

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Sep 19, 2021

This course has given me broader perception about management, learned many new concepts have added the value in my decision making skill.