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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 Diamond F M

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Jun 5, 2023

Very informative and made simple to understand

By Mark A Y

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May 5, 2023

Very informative and easily understood lessons

By Julie H

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May 3, 2023

Very informative and easy to follow, thank you

By Sheryl C

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Apr 18, 2023

This course is exactly what I was looking for!

By Tracey G

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Apr 10, 2023

Great balance of reading, videos, and quizzes.

By eerotenh@yahoo.ca

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Apr 2, 2023

This has been a fantastic introductory course.

By Mubarak H Q

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Mar 18, 2023

Awesome learning experience. Thank you Google!

By KANKANA M

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Mar 10, 2023

i can gain lots of knowledge from this course.

By Rumesh J

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Mar 4, 2023

It was awwesome to gain so much new knowladge.

By Eurode K

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Feb 26, 2023

I am yet to receive my certificate. Thank you!

By Michael B (

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Feb 17, 2023

Great entry course for learning something new.

By Brandy E

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Feb 13, 2023

Love the class it gave me so much information

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By Muhammad H T

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Feb 7, 2023

This course is very beautiful and descriptive.

By Toyin K O

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Jan 22, 2023

The course is very impactful and life changing

By Davor V

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Jan 5, 2023

An amazing introduction to project management,

By Omar A

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Dec 27, 2022

Outstanding course. All courses by Google are.

By Nishant C

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Dec 16, 2022

Very Good and best way to explain Fundamentals

By Elvis A

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Dec 2, 2022

Extraordinary, easy to understand. I loved it.

By N T

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Nov 27, 2022

Recommended course over PMI's CAPM coursework.

By KONDURI L P

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Nov 24, 2022

getting more information by taking this course

By Syed Z u H

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Nov 3, 2022

Very informative and helpful for the beginers.

By Salem M B

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Oct 30, 2022

Great chance to learn about project managment

By ayushi k

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Oct 27, 2022

the course id highly valuable and insightful.

By Vikram P

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Oct 26, 2022

Awesome content.. Thank you Coursera & Google

By Mae A D C

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Oct 23, 2022

I enjoy the content and scope of this course.