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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 Panneer s N

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Jun 30, 2024

This course gives overview and details understanding about who is project manager and roles, Organization structure ans culture, Project management strategies and methods.

By Tony J

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Apr 29, 2024

The course was presented in a clear and straightforward manner, making it easy to comprehend. Simultaneously, it posed a good challenge and proved to be highly gratifying.

By Aditya M

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Mar 22, 2024

It was really a great course for Beginners to know the fundamentals of PM. Helped me to get an overview of roles and responsibilities in an Org, structure and culture etc.

By GwendolynTidwell

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Dec 2, 2023

Excellent course! Refresher on the Program Management Office, Organizational Culture and Change Management, is what I enjoyed the most for the role of the project manager.

By hossam m

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Oct 5, 2023

i do love the way of studding and the way of having the knowledge and how it fit with my past experiences m beside the help on how you can find the match job it is amazing

By Shiraz Z

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Aug 5, 2023

This course is very exciting. I have learned a lot from, Project Initiation to Project Completion considering all the factor which can affect project success, this course.

By Daud K

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Jul 6, 2023

I loved this course. The Project Management foundation course has taught me a lot. I recommend this course to everyone who is interested in Project management as career.

By Adewoye s

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Jun 28, 2023

This has opened and broadened my thought as regards the countless opportunity that one can find as a project manager. This is a course every manager out there must go for!

By Abdul M

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Jun 9, 2023

I liked the course instructors and the course content. It made me aware of the fundamentals of project management and encourages me to complete the other 5 courses as well

By BENJAMIN A G

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Mar 16, 2023

I AM VERY HAPPY TO BE PART OF THIS PROGRAM. I HAVE LEARNT A LOT ABOUT THE FUNDAMENTAL OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO COMPLETING THE REST OF THE COURSES.

By Dotaleague

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Jan 29, 2023

Very nice experience with the instructor for a clear explanation with a well organized slide. It help me a lot to discover more on the knowledge of the project management.

By Alexandra V M

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Oct 29, 2022

It was a delight to watch each of the speakers introducing their story and experience. The course had really well structured, complex information. Thumbs up for Emilio :)

By Abhishek P S

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Sep 20, 2022

This is one of the best Course that i ever had on Project Managemet overview. I am vey grateful to the team to provide ma support and financial aid to finish this course.

By Irshad A

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Sep 12, 2022

Topics explained in a very simple way. The pace at which instructors were going was perfect. The flexibility to read anytime anwhere is helpful for working professionals.

By Sarah M

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Jul 13, 2022

This course provides a solid understanding of what project management is and its key components. It's a great place to start to determine if project management is for you!

By Kateryna S

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Jun 29, 2022

A very interesting course that can encourage you to learn more about this area. A good speaker with easy English, current topics that are analyzed very clearly. Thank you.

By Robin W

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Jun 28, 2022

I enjoyed taking this course. It helped me to understand the "why?' in project management. I believe it is a great place to start your project management learning journey.

By Mohcene

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Oct 22, 2021

Very informative course that sets you with the right fundamental knowledge of project management. Looking forward to completing the rest of the courses in the certificate.

By Gjoni M

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Nov 13, 2024

Great course! Enjoyed the course. I had taken a similar course from Microsoft, but found the pace, information, testimonies and exercises flowing a natural learning pace.

By snigdha v

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Aug 9, 2024

Loved how easy and well explained this course was. The instructors had a terrific way of helping us relate to each concept. The tools and techniques were so well defined.

By Karen M

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Jun 29, 2024

This course was very informative and allowed me to get an idea of what Project management skills sets that I have now that will be transferrable fur future opportunities.

By Subarevic T

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Jun 18, 2024

Great! The contents, the presentation, the tests, everything was really well thought and well executed. It was interesting and pretty thorough for an introductory course.

By Mohammad S A B

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Apr 16, 2024

It is really a good refresher and comprehensive course. The content is well tailored and building a project management paradigm that helps new comers or existing experts.

By Hor W K

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Dec 28, 2023

This course is good for those beginners of the project management. It's the foundation of project management and an introduction to how to handle a project or any events.

By Robert F

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Jul 28, 2023

I was a bit unsure what to expect in a project management course, and the set up (videos, written documentation, quizzes, etc.) made it easy for me to know what to learn.