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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

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Apr 12, 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.

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 Antoinette B

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Jan 17, 2025

What a great overview and introduction of project management. This course was easy to follow and understand.

By Jagadeesan

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Sep 29, 2024

The course stucture arranged properly with good examples and expained indetailed. Thanks to the enrire team.

By Muhammad A

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Sep 24, 2024

it helped me developing necessary skills for Project Management used in Industry... And it's a free resource

By Elgaili M

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Jul 19, 2024

It is a wonderful training course and the way of explanation is very nice. It helped me with a lot of skills

By Mounika G

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Feb 12, 2024

This is a fantastic course, Everything is explained very clearly. Content of the course is very helpful too.

By Daniel C

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Dec 31, 2023

this course is 100% worthy! I recommend it to anyone that wants to start his new career as a project manager

By Kate N

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Oct 3, 2023

Excellent overview of PM and the various methodologies that have evolved over the years. Well done, Google!

By Jennifer E I

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Sep 18, 2023

The course facilitators were superb! They demystified Project Management for me making easier to comprehend.

By randy W

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Aug 5, 2023

its clear and the tools and the fact you get to try them out makes it more tangible and easier to understand

By Shailendra S

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Jul 16, 2023

I Really loved the methodologies used in coursera , looking forward to enroll in few other courses very Soon

By J. H

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Jul 9, 2023

Easy to understand. Would like to see more real life scenarios used as examples for someone new to the role.

By Alan A G V

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Jul 3, 2023

It was a very interesting welcome to the project management world. I'm ready to continue with these courses!

By Ryan M

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Jul 1, 2023

Great course, very informative and really gives you serious insight to what project management is all about.

By Jude B

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Jun 11, 2023

Wow! I'm speechless at what I've just learned. I can't wait to get my Google Project Management Certificate.

By Greg S

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May 13, 2023

Really enjoyed it and thought it was well thought out and provided a lot of valuable context to the PM role.

By Vannur S

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Apr 9, 2023

As a beginner, It helped me in learning and clear understanding of the core concepts of project management.

By Paolo L

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Feb 28, 2023

Well structured course, clear material, videos, readings, quizzes makes the course dynamic and never boring.

By Suryadyuti B (

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Feb 18, 2023

This a really helpful course for young professionals to dive into the ocean of project management practices!

By Arshak K

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Jan 12, 2023

The course was very informative and laid grounds to build more knowledge and expertise in project management

By Dominic C

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Dec 27, 2022

This is a great foundation to all who wants to be a great leader in their leadership journey in their field.

By Arnieno M

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Dec 17, 2022

A great broad explanation of Project Management. Now I'm planning to finish the whole course. Goodluck pals!

By Roger C C

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Dec 7, 2022

Great course!

High quality videos.

People enthusiasts

Interesting information

Really enriching experiences

By Kofi O B B

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Nov 19, 2022

This course is very insightful introducing you to new terminologies and different ways of managing a project

By Sergio G F

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Aug 21, 2022

Just the very basics explained very clearly for anyone looking forward to find a job in Project Management.

By Aderemi D

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Aug 18, 2022

I can say this course js the real deal. Subject was broken down and made easy to learn. I totally recommend