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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!

RC

Dec 21, 2022

This course 1 is so clear that I can even apply it to my daily routine! I want to explore more about Project Management. Thank you, Google: Coursera for making this happen to those who lack knowledge.

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By Lisa S

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Nov 3, 2023

This is a great course. I allowed me to think of all the ways that I Manage Projects on in everyday life and turn them into a professional career as a Project Manager. I Am ready for the next course.

By Joan M

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Aug 1, 2023

It made me better understand my role and value in a project as PM.

I also really appreciated the important of incorporating the culture and structure of the company into his way of managing projects.

By Stella P

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Jul 26, 2023

Excellent course! Instructional modules and videos are very relevant to multiple organizational practices, and built in testing series and review exams offer comprehensive summary of course content.

By Abhishek s

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Jul 14, 2023

This course has cleared all the topics I learned in my basic project management subject which I learned in my first semester in my UNI where I paid more than 10K USD. But this is so cheap and useful.

By Hua ( L

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May 27, 2023

This course, Foundations of Project Management, is quite useful and helpful, which is improving my Project thinking and inspiring me to help other people, be a better person, and do more good things.

By Mar

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Mar 21, 2023

Excelente curso. Muy bien organizado y con una amplia gama de experiencias profesionales que permiten dimensionar la aplicación de los conceptos vistos en las lecciones con la práctica diaria del PM.

By Vika N

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Mar 1, 2023

Great introduction to the language and key points of project management. Work your way through the videos, readings, practice quizzes, and you will be able to pass the weekly quizzes with confidence.

By Rishi M

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Oct 15, 2022

Coursera Learning videos always the best and top notch with thorough concepts and hands on experience. Special Thanks to Google for providing inner core concepts on Foundations of Project Management.

By Edward M M

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Oct 4, 2022

Great foundation concepts, explained in bite-sized chunks. Enough for a user to know what to explore further. I recommend it to anyone who would like to leverage and align their existing experience.

By Jayne M

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Dec 22, 2021

It was very informative and in depth. As a banking professional I always thought I couldnt do anything else. This course showed me that I could bring value with the skills I have learned else where.

By Elise M

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Oct 23, 2024

I found this course monumentally helpful in my journey from transitioning out of the classroom to instructional design. Thanks to this course, I am equipped with terminology and related experiences!

By Summer L

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Oct 25, 2023

Lays out all information needed without overwhelming you too much. Good balance of videos, readings, career and job advise, and provides real life examples and real professional experiences and tips

By Emiliano G

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Sep 7, 2023

Honestly, I have really enjoyed the course, every step has been thrilling and my journey towards undertaking projects has been greatly inspired. Thanks a lot team google and the Coursera fraternity.

By brs g

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Jul 2, 2023

I just completed the Foundations of Project Management lesson, and I found it to be exceptionally good. The content was well-organized and provided a comprehensive understanding of the key concepts.

By Ignacio B Z

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Mar 18, 2023

I had an incredible experience with this course, the tutor explain with patience but deeply. I think that now I am starting to understand the Project Management field with the appropriate structure.

By Deshaun M

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Jan 18, 2023

this course was a 10 out of 10 super informational definitely go at your own pace. It was a great learning tool, and I am excited to jump into the next five courses and see what I can do for myself.

By Sana M T S

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Dec 1, 2022

foundations of project management course is very informative with well organized assignments and prompt questions do make this course very much interactive. It will definitely brush up your skills.

By Jennifer Y

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Oct 30, 2022

Learned everything that I needed to know about the foundations of Project Managemt! Can't wait to learn more and what's ahead. THANK YOU Google and Coursera for offering this certification courses.

By Abhishek

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Oct 25, 2022

This course has been very beneficial and informative. This course has set the fire in me to pursue my career as a project manager and I am sure I will be chasing my dream soon. Thank you Google !

By William K

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Sep 22, 2022

I feel more empowered with knowledge. How to clean up my CV to match the cereer I'm applying for. A more clear understanding of organizational culture and stack holder communication and management.

By Linda E

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Jul 17, 2022

Has really being interesting, informative and i have learnt alot and have come to undertand the basics to ptoject management and already making an impact on how i relate and work on my current job.

By Syarif A

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Jun 23, 2022

This course clearly cover all the core elements of project management, really loves it! it will be good to continue the journey till the end of the project management course... hope I got the chance

By kaushik V

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Jun 5, 2022

I Loved it. The concepts are explained very well. Each and every small artifact is explained and a student is encouraged to complete the same. I wish i had come accross this course 10 years back :-)

By Dolly B

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May 5, 2022

Great course on the foundation of project managerment . Definelty recommend for anyone who is interested in project management or wants to take a refresher course. Vert through and easy to follow.

By Christina P

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Feb 23, 2022

Very informative, easy to follow and learn. I loved the short quizies and pop up questions. Emilio did an excellent job in explaining all important concept of the foundations of Project Management.