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About the Course

This is the first of six courses in the Google Project Management Certificate program, which will help you develop the skills needed to apply for entry-level roles as a project manager. 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. Current Google project managers will offer a multi-dimensional educational experience that will provide you with tools you can apply on the job. 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

LL

Jan 19, 2022

Very informative and thorough! 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!

MR

Nov 28, 2021

Learned a lot such as Agile, C-Suite, Change management, Corporate governance, Culture mapping, DMAIC, Kanban, Lean, Lean Six Sigma, Linear, Matrix structure, Reporting chart, Six Sigma etc. Thank you

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By Leslie A

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May 3, 2023

Exception delivery of lessons and sufficient guide for learners

By kavinda m

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Mar 27, 2023

Excellent course and guided very in detail. Highly recommended!

By Muhammad H

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Mar 24, 2023

Good understanding of the Foundational knowledge of the course.

By Timothy L D K

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Mar 7, 2023

I love the courses, they are extremely helpful and interactive.

By Susana S

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Feb 23, 2023

A really good overview of the foundations of Project Management

By Chit P A

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Feb 23, 2023

I got to learn the overall PM with great content and resources.

By Vanessa M

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Feb 12, 2023

It was a fascinating experience. Lots of exposure and learning

By Tokollo M

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Jan 20, 2023

Project management concepts are very informative and applicable

By Tonya R

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Jan 15, 2023

Very Good, learned a lot to advance me in my career. Thank you!

By Saravanakumar C

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Jan 9, 2023

Thanks for the wonderful session and well articulated contents.

By Sneha I N

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Jan 9, 2023

A great start to Project Management career. All basics covered.

By Mulk H

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Jan 7, 2023

thank you, Coursera for making this possible and easy to learn.

By Abhishek G

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Jan 5, 2023

I learn a lot in this Foundations of project management course.

By Usman B

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Dec 19, 2022

It has been a fantastic experience. I would like to learn more.

By Noemi C

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Dec 4, 2022

really well designed and presented, thorough and organized info

By arut s

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Nov 22, 2022

Excellent! Was a great introduction. Would highly recommend it.

By Veenaa A

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Nov 12, 2022

Very insightful and covers all the basics of project management

By Aderoba J

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Nov 5, 2022

It has broadened my knowledge on Project Management as a whole.

By Josseline D R

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Nov 4, 2022

very well done, i belive i got the correct information to start

By Suellen S

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Sep 29, 2022

Great course. Very helpful and I was able to add to my skills!

By samuel b

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Sep 28, 2022

Practical and easily relatable especially if you are a worker

By Mary

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Aug 30, 2022

Very informative, I enjoyed learning about different strategies

By Muhammad M

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Aug 23, 2022

Best course for learning basic skills about Project Management.

By Natassia B

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Aug 16, 2022

Gave a good foundation on works and tools used in the industry.

By Brittany W

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Aug 3, 2022

It's been great so far. Lots of tips for starting a new career.