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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 Kneyone M

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Jul 27, 2021

Very informative and easy to interact with.

By Catarina C

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Jul 17, 2021

For beginners and "know-it-all" ;) Awesome!

By Andrea L

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Jul 1, 2021

A nice introduction into Project Management

By Muneeb R A

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Jun 20, 2021

this was really fun and easy to understand

By Rachel E

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May 20, 2021

A great intro. Very enjoyable. Good pace.

By Noura R

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May 20, 2021

Happy learning indeed :) Thank you so much.

By vrinda b

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May 16, 2021

Great content and to the point explanation.

By Tim C

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May 7, 2021

Great course and fits my style of learning.

By Pablo M

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Apr 12, 2021

Excellent course it made me stick it to it.

By Angeline C

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Mar 27, 2021

This course is very helpful I learned a lot

By Bland A

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Mar 15, 2021

Super awesome for new in management courses

By Micah G

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Oct 16, 2024

Excellent content, Excellent presentation!

By Foram P

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Aug 31, 2024

Great stuff loved every bit of the course.

By shahin. S S S

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Aug 5, 2024

Great introduction , excited to learn more

By Juan I S

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Jun 5, 2024

Broad and clear introduction, really good!

By TANESH A B

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May 16, 2024

The best course and can get more knowledge

By ajay b

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Apr 29, 2024

very good for beginners don't think enroll

By Samuel R P V

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Apr 17, 2024

Excelente course, I learn a Lot of things.

By Hazel W

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Apr 10, 2024

Very detailed and well structured course .

By Bood S

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Mar 4, 2024

Great Foundations Course. Highly Recommend

By Joshua v d H

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Dec 25, 2023

A great start for any new project manager!

By Németh M

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Nov 14, 2023

Extremely useful course. Thank you Google!

By Chinaelo J O

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Oct 26, 2023

I really like how relatable this course is

By João V d R O

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Oct 23, 2023

Muito bom, agregou muito na minha carreira

By ALI K

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Oct 12, 2023

thank you google and coursera for the info