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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....

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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

DT

Jul 23, 2023

The course is well design and very interactive. I don't have prior experience of Project Management. But Course help me to understand various jargon associated with Project management in a simple way.

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By Kendra S

Dec 14, 2023

This was a wonderful first step into the world of project management. I truly believe I developed a foundational knowledge of what is to be expected of me in my next role. I don't know the effectiveness of this certificate overall, but in my experience, this first section was a wonderful way to learn more about the role.

By Scott M

May 17, 2023

Good overview of concepts. Great job laying the foundation for learning application of project management skills. This module prepped us mentally to easily identify concepts that we will use as project managers, and feel comfortable divining into more complex applications. Looking forward to continuing the curriculum.

By Walufu E

Feb 24, 2022

I found this course more practical than I expected, the modules are clearly explained, and sample studies give more understanding of the project concepts. Testimonies from the project managers at Google make the course more exciting and understandable. Thank you, Google, for putting the materials in this course together.

By Gulnoza R

Aug 20, 2021

As a person who had a rough idea of project management, this course met my expectations. During the 4 weeks that I have passed in 4 days, certain aspects of management are revealed quite well. The desire to take other courses in this program has increased significantly. Thanks to Google and Coursera for this opportunity!

By ijir e

Jul 26, 2023

This course offered a good foundation in answering the question what is project management and laying the groundwork for further development in the field, I want to thank Google for their role in making this course accessible to me, and all the teachers for their slow and deliberate lessons and continuous encouragement.

By James E O

Nov 13, 2022

I must say that this is the best online course I have enrolled in. the courses, tasks, and tips are cool. the tutors are amazing, sharing professional work and practical experience makes the course more like a mentorship and coaching class and I like it. Coursera, Google you guys are doing a great job. I LOVE YOU ALL>

By Urooj K

Nov 11, 2022

The course is set up in a most convenient, organized way. It gave me the insight in the basics of the project management . It increased me knowledge. It had the important knowledge in each n every video and reading yet it wasn't burdening. The flexibility in due dates and the amount of material per week was convenient.

By Lucrezia A

Nov 11, 2022

Interesting and comprehensive overview of project management. I found this course very useful for me, as I knew little about project management except for some basic notions. This course gives a comprehensive overview and allows you to understand the basic skills, structures, and dynamics involved in project management.

By PRABIN H

Aug 27, 2022

This is the third course in the Google Project Management Certificate program. This course will explore how to map out a project in the second phase of the project life cycle: the project planning phase. You will examine the key components of a project plan, how to make accurate time estimates, and how to set milestones

By ABDELAZIZ A A

Jun 7, 2024

The course covers all fundamental aspects of project management, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects. It delves into essential tools and techniques such as Gantt charts, risk management, and stakeholder analysis, providing a solid foundation for anyone looking to enter the field.

By Ozge S

Dec 5, 2023

Get a fantastic insight into the foundations of project management with live recorded tips and examples straight from professionals working in the field. This resource offers a comprehensive overview that will help you understand the essentials of project management in a casual and engaging manner for the next chapters

By Mhd M A

Dec 9, 2022

This course is an eye-opener and unlocks our ability to explore out inner ability to be a great Project Manager.

Many complex topics are explained in a way to easily understand and use.

Would be better if few topics have been given with some examples and illustrative example scenerios which would be better to understand.

By Nirmala B

Sep 7, 2022

This was my first time doing a Google learning module using Coursera. I enjoyed the ease of information sharing and how easy it was to understand. I apprecaited the testing and ability to go back and review the matrial. I like the program design and I think I was able to absorb a great deal. Thank you very much Google.

By Mildred A

Sep 5, 2022

This was really an insightful course, i learnt a lot about a project, project management, methodologies, organizational structure and culture, change management and more. It was such a beautiful experience, i look forward to taking the remaining 5 levels.

I strongly recommend it.

Thank you Coursera, thank you Google.

By ANita M

Sep 1, 2022

I think it is a lot of information to process, all the content is clear and important. it is the first time to me that I take an online course and everithing it is usefull. and the journey along the course is nice, how you use the tools like videos or trivia and the question while i am learning helps to maintain focus.

By Rebekah T

Jun 11, 2022

I very much enjoyed the content, and the various methods of presention wihtin the course, which includesd instructional videos, reading and short personal stories from goodle employees. Such a great opportunity to develop my skills, and knowledge base so that I can continue to pusure my passion for projects and people!

By Maharshi B

Nov 9, 2021

The First week was pretty much a waste of time but it really picks up starting week 2. I'm halfway through course 2 now and am already confident enough to apply to entry level project management jobs. What you make of this course is up to you but I believe with proper effort on your end this course is worth every cent.

By Christophenifer

May 14, 2021

This course was well put together for what it was designed to do: provide the foundation. The mix of videos, reading, quizzes, and testimonials definitely helped keep me from stagnating in the class. I have a hard time keeping my attention on a topic for very long IF the content doesn't vary, this class fit me well! :)

By Mohammed M Y A R

Apr 10, 2021

لقد تعلمت مهارات مختلفة في هذه الدورة الرائعة ، وكيفية التواصل مع أعضاء المشروع وكيفية الحصول على موارد التخطيط ووضع خطة مشروع مع جدول زمني لتحقيق متطلبات المشروع أو المشروع ، وعمل الرؤية ورسالة المشروع بمعايير قابلة للقياس وأهداف واضحة للمشروع.

أنت تعرف أيضًا أهمية إدارة التغيير وأن الثقافة تلعب دورًا مهمًا في المشروع

By Kathija S

Nov 17, 2023

This course provided comprehensive content, offering practical insights that enhanced my skills significantly. The instructor's deliverying the content well and made learning enjoyable and effective. Overall, a valuable investment for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge in the field of Project Management. Thanks

By MOLY G

Sep 9, 2023

Extremely beneficial. I had the opportunity to explore Project Management in greater detail, including project phases, Project Management Methodology, and various Project Management Approaches. The course's user-friendly interface made navigation effortless, and the explanations were concise and straight to the point.

By Hamad C

Nov 22, 2022

Just Wow! I would say from every aspect, the course was more practical than theoretical, walking through steps and understanding practical scenarios are the core fundamentals of the course, which really make it interesting. I look forward to finishing all my remaining parts and using it in real life as a core concept.

By Brayden D

Mar 10, 2022

A great general overview of Project Management. As someone who is looking to get into this field is spoke about a lot of elements that I hadn't considered. There are some obvious parts, for sure. Overall it is informative and worth while. Sets a great foundation. The presentations are done well with quality speakers.

By Angela N

Jan 9, 2022

The course covers all the fundamentals and basic knowledge about project management. I believe anyone without any background of project management will find this useful. They also provide real life scenario, making it more realistic and applicable. The speakers also speak very clearly, making it easy for us to follow.

By Nzibe M

Jul 2, 2021

Brilliant course that introduces, refreshes and/or enlightens individuals keen on applying modern techniques in project management across a diverse array of professional settings from event management, construction management, industrial process management to Agile techniques in project management for the IT industry.