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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.

BC

Dec 26, 2021

This course is very helpful for those who want to kick start their career in project management field. It is highly interactive and covers basics of project management thoroughly. I really enjoyed it.

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By Diana B

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Aug 16, 2024

This was a great way to start of my Project Management! The instructor was amazing and he keep me focus with each video and got me ready for the reading the quiz or exercise.

By Sankha B A

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Jul 22, 2024

Nothing to say! Great presentation and delivery. Nice resources. As a final word, if you can improve the things related to lean six sigma will be helpful for future students.

By Osarieme O

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Aug 16, 2023

This was a great course to get me ready for this role. The videos are easy to understand and the quizzes help you understand and retain knowledge. I would 100% recommend it.

By Sohail B

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Jul 22, 2023

Mind-blowing & Thought provoking practical learning course material and the inspiring personality of Mr. Amelio. Feeling Dynamic, after the said course successful completion.

By Alina C

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Jun 12, 2023

The content is useful and informational. I'm not only learn the basic foundation a project management should have but also a new idea of seeking my next career. recommended!

By Kimberly H

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Jun 9, 2023

Great course to learn the foundations of Project Management and all it entails. The videos, reading and quizzes were a nice mixture to help reinforce the learning I received!

By Vandana T

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Mar 22, 2023

It is a MUST TO DO certification. Provides with such clarity of concepts and skills which one needs to understand where and which role would be perfect in a job at a company.

By Arnel C

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Feb 17, 2023

Nice flow and easy to stay focused and engaged. Videos were not long and drawn out. Enjoyed the interview videos peppered throughout the course. Well designed. Thank you!

By Mukesh R

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Dec 27, 2022

Very scientifically designed and brainstorming course with brain testing availability so beautifully design that it could lead to natural carve the unlooked management skills

By Dumisani T N

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Oct 14, 2022

Very excellent, simple to understand and study course. The learning material is easy to understand and clearly done to make it easy to learn about Project Management basics.

By Ranida S

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Oct 10, 2022

This course makes me realize that project management skills are already used in our daily life. I want to explore more and hope that one day I can work as a project manager.

By Dorian O

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Sep 19, 2022

Great content and great group of real Google project/program managers who not only shared very valuable information but also experiences from past and current job positions.

By Joanne N

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Jul 18, 2022

Highly informative and well organized. This is my first time learning about Project Managemen. The videos are engaging and glad I decided to step outside of my comfort zone.

By gurpreet k g

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May 9, 2022

This is great course to understand the concept of project management. Quiz in between the videos and on the completion on each week modules is helpful to test the knowlegdge.

By Robert E

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Apr 18, 2022

Very informative, throughtfully put together, and uses a mix of videos, reading, and quizzes to effectively teach.

I'm very impressed and happy with this learning experience.

By Polina A

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Apr 15, 2022

This was a fantastic introduction course to what it means to be a project manager, and the ideologies and methodologies that go into a successful career as a project manager.

By Neil S

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Apr 14, 2022

Emilio and the other instructors are excellant. The course work is both pertinant and delivered well. I enjoyed the first course and hope my progress continues.

Neil Silverman

By Scott C

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Mar 24, 2022

Easy navigation and I like how you can speed up the videos. The video quizzes help ensure attention to detail on what is being learned. In short, great job on the course!

By Joe G

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Mar 10, 2022

A thorough beginners guide to the world of Project Management. Great presenters, great course material, and a wonderful relaxed, yet informative style of delivery. Thank you!

By Mähävir R

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Oct 2, 2021

I enjoyed the course and learned a lot from it. The content is well organised and good. i have learn various projecte manament technics overall course are goood..............

By Fernando R Q G

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Jun 25, 2021

I think that with Foundations of Project Management you´ll learn how could you become a successful Project Manager and all the skills you will develop to reach all your goals

By Andor T

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Apr 27, 2021

I enjoyed learning the Foundations of Project Management. There is so much in this course that I did not know. Just knowing the different methodologies has helped me already.

By Emmanuel N

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Mar 25, 2021

Great introductory course. I learnt that a project manager is like a drummer on the band. He keeps a steady beat on the project and make sure everything is playing correctly.

By Valerie H

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Mar 23, 2021

Super friendly introduction to project management. If you are having doubt about being a PM, I encourage you to go through the course and then decide if it is right for you.

By Hrayr M

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Jan 21, 2024

This is just wanderful, I entered the world of PM and all this by Google, thanks a lot for providing a chance to learn and know all this.Google is wonderland of people magic