Chevron Left
Back to Foundations of Project Management

Learner Reviews & Feedback for Foundations of Project Management by Google

4.9
stars
93,379 ratings

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

SO

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.

IN

Feb 1, 2023

I do not know why it is the best course I have ever had. Thank you, Google and Coursera, for providing such a great course. You cover many intensive and comprehensive items, particularly the speaker.

Filter by:

4801 - 4825 of 10,000 Reviews for Foundations of Project Management

By Patrick J W

Mar 16, 2021

As a real beginner, I though it was very interesting and very well presented. I enjoyed it a lot.

Thank you.

By RODRIGO M (

Feb 24, 2025

Muy buena introducción al tema y sus componentes. Un enfoque claro para empezar a practicar en mi trabajo.

By LHOU A

Dec 18, 2024

Très bon cours , simple et explicite . Il sert vraiment à gérer les projets d'une manière efficace . barvo

By Adriana P

Nov 29, 2024

Great Course. There was a lot of great information displayed in a way that is easy to comprehend and apply

By Dana B

Sep 21, 2024

Wow! The intro to PM is easy to understand and very digestible. I am excited to learn more on the subject.

By Joycelyn P B

Sep 8, 2024

I love how the instructor explained each detail of the course. I am excited to more a lot in this course.

By Elisabetta F

Jan 26, 2024

It is very informative and I like that videos alternate to reading parts; it is a format that works for me

By DeAsijania D

Dec 11, 2023

Absolutely loved how easy the course was to understand the fundamentals of being within project management

By Abdulsemiu M

Nov 5, 2023

This is an outstanding course, I've learned about skills and how to apply project management methodologies

By Robbie H

Sep 11, 2023

Great introduction into Project Management. I also enjoyed the tips on getting a job as a project manager.

By Sachin L

Aug 27, 2023

Learned a lot as to how manage part works in a project compare to being only a developer thinking earlier.

By Gonzalo F T d F

Aug 15, 2023

un excelente curso, son 6 cursos, para aprobar, hasta ahora me parece del nivel de un diplomado, muy bueno

By Heather O

Aug 14, 2023

Organized instruction and utilizes video, readings, quizzes and tips throughout to help learn the subject.

By Victor O

May 16, 2023

Perfect course to start your project management career with. It teaches the methods of project management

By Keren O

May 9, 2023

Project management made easy. I recommend this course to everyone starting a career in project management.

By James C

Feb 9, 2023

In-depth and well curated course and the topics for the foundation of project management are well covered.

By Vanessa S

Feb 7, 2023

Really interesting and well structured learning course. Can´t wait to learn more about Project Management.

By Tansha K G

Feb 4, 2023

This course is very informative and easy to understand. I liked that the information was not overwhelming.

By kishore P

Jan 5, 2023

It's useful in learning and gathering skills are important. I have learned the basis of Project Management

By RASHI G

Dec 19, 2022

I loved this course, I have learned a lot of valuable topics that will help me to find great opportunities

By Omer A

Dec 17, 2022

It's an amazing course about the basic for the project management for any one need to start in this filed.

By frederick m

Dec 16, 2022

The course provides a solid foundation on project management. I really enjoyed the training methodologies.

By Keyana S

Nov 21, 2022

I like it a lot. It really gives you a good idea of the tasks you might be doing on a daily bases as a PM.

By Bora Ü

Nov 18, 2022

An amazing beginner course that keeps your interest with superb speakers and beautiful visuals/animations!

By Rituraj T

Nov 4, 2022

What is project? & project management?

Types of projects

Agile & Scrum

Lean Six Sigma & kunban

Project phases