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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

VC

Aug 23, 2022

This course has helped me to understand all phases of any project in detail, which includes Project initiation, Project Planning, Execution, Methodologies and applying the same in real world

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!

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By Brian J

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Jul 26, 2021

The instructor along with all of the coursework taught me a lot. I'm looking forwarding to taking more classes.

By Ruby A

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Jul 16, 2021

It's easy to understand and detailed. it will help a lot of people who want to know more about project management

By Farah S Z

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Jul 4, 2021

Simply amazing. I got an overview insight of the PM world, and it has now made me pusure this journey. Thank you.

By Ara M

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Apr 9, 2021

Good course for the basics, it will be helpful for anyone, not just PMs, since the basic and general information.

By Aaron C C

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Mar 30, 2021

Google makes this a very simple course to work on. The material is well laid out and this is a very good course.

By Alicia G

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Mar 22, 2021

really enjoyed this course. It was informative, fun, simple and really gave me new insights into a role as a PM.

By Kikelomo A

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Oct 15, 2024

This course has opened my eye to the information that will help me in this new career journey I'm embarking on.

By Maryam O O

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Nov 27, 2023

I enjoyed the course as it was easy to follow. It was a good start to learning the basics of project management.

By Conor C

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Nov 23, 2023

Loved the course, gave me a good understanding of the fundamentals and laid great groundwork for what's to come.

By Yasas K

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Nov 20, 2023

Superb! Really loved it. Project methodologies were new to me. Gae the basic idea I wanted to start new projects

By Pratiksha J

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Nov 11, 2023

Great course. Definitely got to learn a lot. The way the instructor explains is very nice and in simple fashion.

By Debipriya N

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Sep 22, 2023

Wonderful course. Covers all the basic concepts for project management. The course trainers are amazing as well.

By AYO K

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Sep 12, 2023

The approach to teaching , the resources and readings and even the graded test all work together perfectly well.

By Israel G

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Jun 8, 2023

Up to date real useful information. Course is thought by real industry professionals with first hand knowledge.

By Shrikant S

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Jun 6, 2023

It's a good a course. If you want to become a Project Manager, start to learn basic. It's very helpful for all.

By Henry C

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May 30, 2023

The course was well structured and gave me the critical skills and knowledge to be a successful project manager.

By Deepak S

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May 21, 2023

It is best course to learning and gaining knowledge. I am very happy to this coures I am learing lots og things.

By raul e m r

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May 15, 2023

Excelente curso, muy practico y con el contenido necesario para introducirse en el mundo del gestor de proyectos

By Taimur

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Apr 30, 2023

Very impressive and informative way of learing. Smart features to keep yourself motivated toward the completion.

By Madison R

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Mar 17, 2023

The variance in methods of presenting information was engaging and the information itself is extremely valuable.

By Nor K A L

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Mar 11, 2023

I really love this course. The videos are very helpful, and the course is quite easy to understand and complete.

By Jean D H

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Jan 3, 2023

It's was an excellent opportunity to learn this course which is full of invaluable skills in managing projects.

By Amal A

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Jan 1, 2023

Very great and informative course definitely would recommend if you want a career change into project management

By Laura D N G

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Nov 25, 2022

This course is amazing. It helps me improve my project management skills and I look forward to further learning.

By João V D O S

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Oct 14, 2022

Curso maravilhoso, de muito aprendizado e dicas valiosas sobre como se tornar um gerente de projetos de sucesso