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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

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.

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 Jo-Ar M

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Mar 22, 2022

I enjoyed it! I learned quite a lot. Looking forward to Course 2!

By Kevin T

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Feb 28, 2022

Well structured and not intimidating at all. Throughly enjoyed it

By Nhân P T

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Feb 27, 2022

this will give you a clear concept about what a project manager is

By 25 G O S

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Feb 27, 2022

it was really fenstatic and good experience gained my these course

By Klevlon M

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Feb 6, 2022

This course gives to you strong foundations in project management.

By Amankumar J

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Jan 27, 2022

It is an excellent to begin learning about the project management.

By Abeyweera K A R

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Jan 21, 2022

Loved it. Gave an overall understanding about Project Manangement

By Kertashar R

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Dec 14, 2021

very interesting & informative . A lot of hard work. Don't give up

By Shalini P

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Dec 5, 2021

Effective and easy to understand. Now hoping for to get best job.

By omoyele o

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Dec 2, 2021

Fantastic course it is an eye opener to the world of possibilities

By Temitayo O A

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Nov 17, 2021

The course has expanded my view of PM and was very easy to follow.

By Ziad N

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Nov 3, 2021

Amazing course. Layout is grade exams really help me stay focused.

By Victor H

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Oct 11, 2021

Excelente si quieres aprnder los funcamentos de project management

By Andries W P

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Oct 4, 2021

Tutor was great. I really enjoyed it. Makes me want to learn more

By Manisha V

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Sep 27, 2021

So useful course. opens up your mind with different methodologies.

By Kevin J

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Sep 18, 2021

Thank you very much. Happy to finished this certification program.

By Gladys B

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Sep 15, 2021

I really enjoyed the course. Great content, trainers, methodology.

By Syed S A

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Aug 18, 2021

it was a fantastic experience. I gained so much knowledge about PM

By Khudoynazarov S

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Jul 13, 2021

useful and interesting. hope technical skills will be also learned

By Erastus G

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Jul 6, 2021

Very very informative. You have imparted me in very good knowledge

By Mishal S

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Jul 5, 2021

Very nice and professional content

I highly Recommend this course

By Lexus W

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Jun 15, 2021

I love the details given and the ability to move to my own groove.

By Mohamed A A M E

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Jun 1, 2021

It was great learning about the foundations of Project Management.

By Anubhav M

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May 30, 2021

I've learnt a lot from this program. Thank you coursera and google

By Mehul M

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May 22, 2021

Well organized, Like the scope covered along with video and notes.