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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

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.

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 Safe

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Apr 2, 2021

Easy to follow and understand especially if you're new to project management.

By Prachi W

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Jul 31, 2024

Extremely informative and covers all essential topics of Project Management.

By Iresha J

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May 23, 2024

This is a source of knowledge.  Every single word gave me such an impression

By Melissa C

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May 5, 2024

Very easy to understand and keep up with. I even finished the course early.

By Mohamed C

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Feb 19, 2024

Excellent learning experience: great content delivered at a convenient pace.

By reza d

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Feb 17, 2024

Emilio was the best presenter I've seen in the course. thanks Coursera team.

By saad d

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Feb 7, 2024

it is amazing, i just wish that there were more Medias than written lessons.

By Goran Š

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Feb 4, 2024

so nice, well managed, instrucions are clear, instructor is picked superbley

By luis s

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Nov 17, 2023

Ama zing the amount of knowledge is here, and how useful is being for my job

By aashish b

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Nov 13, 2023

It was an amazing journey which brought me closer to what i wanted to become

By Mubeen J

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Nov 10, 2023

Easy and understandable. Teach you very slowly progressively, which is best.

By Shenequa M

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Oct 27, 2023

A great introduction to understanding the foundations of Project Management!

By Ugochinyere A

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Oct 23, 2023

This is a well structured course that is full of knowledge. Thank you google

By Alicja O

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Oct 21, 2023

It was a lot of information presented perfectly. I've learned a lot already!

By Jessika P

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Oct 15, 2023

WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE ,IMPORTANT TOOLS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

By Diana B

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Sep 17, 2023

Amazing course! It's full of very helful information and a great instructor.

By Ansar A

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Aug 28, 2023

Keep up the good work. Incorporate some VR into the classroom to add appeal.

By Luís S S

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Jun 27, 2023

I'm very happy, delighted and grateful to finish this course. Thanks a lot

By Kundan S

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Jun 1, 2023

Good course and content. Instructor explains the course in detailed manner.

By Dom

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Mar 31, 2023

Blown away at the production values and quality of this course. Outstanding.

By Stephanie W

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Mar 10, 2023

Clear, informative, with quizes and assignments which cement key objectives.

By Sony T

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Mar 7, 2023

Its a worthy course and the instructors have done a very good job. Thank You

By Guru K

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Mar 3, 2023

Spectacularly delivered material. Learning has never been better or easier!

By Oluwaseun O

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Feb 27, 2023

I enjoyed every bit of this course.Easy to comprehend and its well detailed.

By Jyothi

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Feb 25, 2023

Great learning experience. Amazing content and love the way it is delivered.