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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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Jul 1, 2021

Mixed video, activity, and test help me focus and learn so much. And we can try many times in the test help us gain more confident and chance to enhance where we haven't understand. Such a great work.

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.

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By Mahbubur R

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Dec 4, 2021

Just amazing, I would like to give thanks to the team who develop this course and make it easier for us to learn about project management. Most useful thing was the job searching procedures, I like it so much. Thanks again!

By Mayuri B

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Sep 3, 2021

I am really glad that i completed this course. I learned so many new things and this course helped me to enhance my career. This course is good enough to start something new if your are planning to became a project manager.

By Mmatsatsi P

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Apr 10, 2021

I learnt about what it entails to be a project manager and how you deal with different team members. How to successfully execute your project with help of stakeholders, team members and other people involved in the project.

By Oscar J D

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Nov 9, 2024

It was great to take and complete this course! It gives me a background in the foundations of project management. I liked all the materials, videos, interactive resources and, of course, the course contents. Thanks Google!

By Avelina G (

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May 4, 2024

It was very insightful and well-paced with relevant examples which help learners to better understand and visualize the topic. I especially enjoyed using the "Coach" function to take notes and practice for quiz/challenges.

By Ali W

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Nov 27, 2022

This course give me boost to learn Project Management Skill. The method of teaching is incredible. I definitely apply this strategies on my upcoming job role. Thanks Google for providing us this great platform of learning.

By Carlos F

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Aug 2, 2022

It was amazing the value added with this course, I've been working for the last 5 years in project management and I loved the experiences of the instructors and the content in general, looking forward for the next course.

By Lawrence M

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Jun 20, 2022

Foundations of Project Management is a course i will recommend for every person i get to talk to because irrespective of your profession, this course will give you a better understanding of how to approach life in general.

By Stefana I

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May 13, 2022

A great introduction course to project management. Although I have some experience as a project manager and was familiar with the concepts, this course helped me better understand the responsibilities related to this role.

By Douglas S

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May 4, 2022

This first course is above my expectations.

It gives you a nice overview of PM world, passing through different methodologies, organizational governance and culture up to change management. Looking forward the next courses!

By Haidy F

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Apr 13, 2022

basics of project managment

becoming an effective project manager ( roles, responsibilities , skills and values )

The project management life cycle and Methodologies ,

organizational structure and culture

change management

By olamide m

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Aug 29, 2021

The class was worth the time spent. I have upgraded at my workplace since I started the course. It beyond learning, using what was learnt is the greatest achievement of this course and that what I plan to do. PUT IT TO USE

By Fatma M

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Jul 24, 2021

I recommend strongly this course because the content include important information about Foundations, the instructor is very particular, especially, he gives precious information about all the methodologies used in GOOGLE.

By Sriram K

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May 5, 2021

An excellent course and easy way to relearn on project management. The course provided a good learning opportunity from practical and theoretical examples. Reading material, references and citations are excellent to track,

By Philippa S

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Sep 24, 2023

Absolutely vital for anyone who wishes to start their career in project management - provides an excellent overview of what the role entails, and includes videos, discussions, reading, and quizzes to cement your learning.

By Meenakshi M

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Oct 3, 2022

hey

I enrolled myself in this course to learn something different as i am from medical field and this course actually provide me some great knowlegde.

Thank you to all the team of Google for such content.

Love

Meenakshi

By Kelani S J

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May 31, 2022

Awesome! Google is doing great things to empower people across the globe. It's wonderful privilege to be here and to learn in such a simple way and know so much and enough to build a professional career. This is awesome!!

By Maryruth H

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Nov 28, 2021

This was a great foundational course--easy to follow and the approach to instruction increasingly motiviated me to move forward successfully. The instructors were great! and I enjoyed hearing about their roles at Google!

By Brahmantara P

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Nov 3, 2021

I enjoy this course, because it's very informative! I've finished this course with so much knowledge that can be applied to the workforce. Everything is laid out in easy to follow and efficient steps. Couldn't be happier!

By Willy D S

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Oct 12, 2021

The content is engaging and easy to understand. I highly recommend to enroll this class, even if you are new to Project Management world, since it is a flexible and transferable skill no matter what industries you are in.

By Aaron B C

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Oct 7, 2021

The course is able to give a great intro and overview on Project Management. The videos are concise and easy to understand. The same can be said regarding the reading materials. Overall, I had a great learning experience.

By Jennifer

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Aug 10, 2021

Thank you for this course, it is a good intro to what Project Management is. I especially appreciated all the job search and interviewing advice inserted throughout. I'm looking forward to the rest of the specialization.

By Pari

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Oct 20, 2024

That was great ,The explanations are very good and useful and also support team ,with this course I realized that I was meant to be a project manager from the beginning and I wish I had taken that path .thank you all

By Yunisa Z

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Aug 13, 2024

I've learned many important concepts that help me apply for a role in project management. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to start or advance their career as a project manager. Thank you, Google and Coursera!

By priyangani p

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Jul 26, 2023

The project management course I recently took was a highly valuable and informative experience. It provided me with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to effectively manage projects from initiation to completion.