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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

NE

Apr 10, 2022

Wow, I did not expect that it will be so much fun to work on this course. It gives a lot of good information. This course must be taken by anybody who is not familiar with project management methods.

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 Miguel A P J

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Dec 11, 2021

un curso bastante bueno para iniciarte en la gestion de proyectos

By Morris M

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Nov 19, 2021

This course has been helpful in my career development. Thank you.

By Robbie G

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Nov 7, 2021

Some difficulty yet challenges allow the brain to adapt and grow.

By Santpal G

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Oct 25, 2021

Its really helpful to know the foundations of Project Management.

By David E

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Oct 23, 2021

A well detailed and presented introduction to Project Management

By Syed I R

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Oct 22, 2021

Simply amazing! They are truly providing a platform for learners.

By Olivia J

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Oct 4, 2021

Well thought out, clear, with just the right level of complexity.

By Silvia L

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Aug 4, 2021

Very to follow and break down of concepts that is easy to digest.

By Jayanth C M

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Jul 27, 2021

Nice and super..I had lots of new learnings and also a lot of fun

By Chi S C

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Jul 11, 2021

I enjoy the parts where project managers share their experiences.

By Camille A

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Jul 9, 2021

Excellent content and instruction/teaching methods were engaging.

By Lawal S

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Jun 22, 2021

Awesome Learning and Reading. Gained a lot from all the sessions

By Sanket P R

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Jun 17, 2021

EXCELLENT COURSE, ALOT TO LEARN SPECIALLY FOR FRESH MIND PEOPLES.

By Shoaib S

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May 29, 2021

Excellent course content and ready to go teaching/guiding method.

By Janet M

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May 17, 2021

Good foundation for what the basics of project management entail.

By felipeellena

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May 15, 2021

Great content, amazing delivery, best online learning experience!

By Quadir M W

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Apr 16, 2021

This beginners course was very informative as well as relatable .

By João A C

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Apr 6, 2021

Amazing course, I learned a lot of importants skills. Tks Google.

By Jeremy M

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Mar 19, 2021

It was a good breakdown of the foundations of project management.

By Daynon M

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Mar 15, 2021

Great starting point, very well put together course. Bravo Google

By Mara T

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Feb 6, 2025

Corso dettagliato, interessante ed interattivo. Straconsigliato!

By Vanessa B

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Jan 25, 2025

Excelente, me siento motivada y feliz con tan excelente material

By Anna P

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Dec 19, 2024

nice and easy way to learn fundamentals of being project manager

By Sanjai A

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Dec 4, 2024

Excellent and easy understanding in basics of project management

By PHILIP M

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Nov 21, 2024

Quite engaging. Very informing. Gives a feeling of completeness!