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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

EM

Dec 23, 2022

Its a Very insightful course will help you to grow and know more about the project management career path and every single detailed about it thank you Google and Coursera for this a great opportunity.

SO

Apr 11, 2022

So much information was packaged in this course but it was so well organized and delivered that I was compelled to complete every segment. Well timed quizzes helped to ensure my comprehension as well.

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By Evangeline P

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Aug 30, 2022

I like the approach they did in this course where the videos covered testimonials and best practice. I also liked the case studies and the interactive tasks! Great work!

By S F

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Jun 5, 2022

As a matter of fact, the course beat my expectation. It was more detailed and condensed at the same time and straight to the point. There was no beating around the bush.

By Bouchra B

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Jun 1, 2022

It was very informative program and the display of the videos and the reading part was amazing making the learning smooth and very apealing. A big thanks to google team!

By Vinay S

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May 9, 2022

This course gives you a quick insight into the world of project management. Covers all the modules for anyone who is trying to kickstart a career in project management.

By Suraiya S S

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Apr 25, 2022

This course helped me understand the basics in depth along with the case studies now i feel much confirdent to proceed further and curios to deep dive and learn further.

By Konstantinos M

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Mar 22, 2022

For a foundation course the detail on this is incredible. The material given can get a bit intense towards the end but the delivery of them is great! Highly recommended!

By Raph B

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Mar 11, 2022

I wish this was one of my course before i graduated as an engineer. Not only insight of being a manager but even a good team member in an organisation need to know this.

By Artem B

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Feb 7, 2022

I really like this course. The instructor did a great job on presenting different topics. The course was very informative and I was able to smoothly progress through it.

By Wadiyono V

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Sep 14, 2021

This course helps me understand more about the what should i do as a project manager in my current company. Adapt with changes and digitalization that come really quick.

By Andreas P w

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May 21, 2021

Very interactive course lot of lesson learned about foundations of project management. Especially for Project Management Methodologies (agile, waterfall, lean six sigma)

By ABUBAKAR N

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Apr 10, 2021

Amazing journey to obtained professionally well tailored foundation of project management skills and knowledge simplified for any aspiring project management candidate.

By Michael O

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Sep 20, 2024

The course was presented in an easy to understand format. The instructor was good and engagaging. There were many good external resources recommended in the course too.

By ma. c b

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Jun 4, 2024

To have a successful project, you must first have a better understanding of your team members, the organizational culture, and consistent communication with management.

By Gopika G

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Oct 20, 2023

Surprisingly easy to understand and engaging. The quizzes and the discussion forum aided in gaining confidence in my knowledge of the concepts and the way I express it.

By Norman C

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Jul 17, 2023

100% recommended. I am working on projects and the explanations in this course are from another perspective, so it is very useful to deeply understand all the material.

By Tina

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Jun 27, 2023

A thorough, well-outlined course that demystifies the role and industry. This overview is accessible and practical for anyone who is considering moving into this field.

By Islamiyah N

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May 24, 2023

I am just so thankful to the organizers of this course. The best investment I ever made. Now watch me as i make great positive impacts bi ithniLlah. I'm beyond grateful

By Andy L

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Feb 1, 2023

Great overview of the foundations. I feel I got something out of this class even though I am already in the work force. Relevant content and at your pace. Great course.

By Shehryar K

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Dec 26, 2022

It is an awesome course to learn about project management and it is a must for any beginner in this field. I would recommend this program to anyone who seek my advice.

By Akhila L

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Nov 10, 2022

A great course which gave in an out of the fundamentals of Project Management it has fantastic and relevant resources of study material, quizzes, acitivites and videos.

By Mia W

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Sep 20, 2022

I really enjoyed this course. I feel as if I know and understand the foundational methods and approaches of Project Management. It was definitely worth the investment.

By Michael M

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Sep 10, 2022

Awesome experience in learning the fundamentals of project management. With this course i can now choose what i want to do further in my journey of project management.

By sanjana n

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Aug 20, 2022

It was the perfect holistic view of project management and prepared one to understand the whole concept easily. It is a great start. Looking forward to what lies ahead.

By Onochie B A

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Aug 16, 2022

The course was an eye opener. I also got to know i had been appling Project Management Skills in task assigned to me at work. i further got to learn more on the course.

By lovely o

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Jul 16, 2022

This course is not only important for project managers, it is also impoeratnt and helpful for entrepreneurs who have innovative ideas and what to put it through a test.