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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 Ernie V

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Mar 17, 2021

This project was very thorough and helpful to me.

By Aakash P

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Mar 16, 2021

Great course on foundations of project management

By Sofia M

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Nov 12, 2024

Loved this course! I'm ready for the next level.

By Alam L

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Nov 2, 2024

I am feeling like getting what i was looking for

By Sudeep K A

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Oct 7, 2024

Excellent for initiation into project management

By Víctor P

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Sep 18, 2024

Definitly a good option to star a carrer as a PM

By Duduzile N

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Sep 4, 2024

what a best way of learning thank you Coursera .

By Chhavi V S

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Aug 14, 2024

learnt many great things and enjoyed throughout.

By Adeeb J

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Aug 6, 2024

fantastic course for learning project management

By RAÚL A J

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Jun 24, 2024

Muy bueno, y lo mejor aplicable a cualquier meta

By drawde c

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May 26, 2024

Muy buen curso, ¡me otorgo muchos conocimientos!

By Bart J

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Apr 17, 2024

It is superb quality, can't recommend it enough!

By Calvin C J

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Dec 22, 2023

Learned a lot and the training was very detailed

By Denis R

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Sep 12, 2023

Very insightfull for starting project management

By Sheena C

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Sep 1, 2023

Covers most of the aspects of project management

By Wannakarn P

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Aug 30, 2023

Best Course for the newbie in project management

By Henry M

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Aug 24, 2023

learning made easy !!!interactive and fantastic.

By MD N A

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Aug 20, 2023

Great course for entry level Project Management.

By Anisa P

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Aug 12, 2023

It really helps me to understand my role better!

By Gunay P

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Jul 24, 2023

Excellent course,Thanks to whole team,Well done.

By Samantha H

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Jun 7, 2023

Very good course for everyone’s learning styles.

By Kriti K

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May 14, 2023

Made in a way that feels exciting to learn more!

By Cathy W

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May 3, 2023

I will recommend it to my colleagues and friends

By Raghavi A

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Apr 29, 2023

fabulous and easy understanding teaching methods

By Misha S

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Apr 16, 2023

loved it! Thank you so much for the opportunity.