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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

SC

Jul 4, 2021

I'm learning a LOT, and you don't have to take it quite as slowly as they suggest. But, it's nice that there's a manageable pace set out for you. Instructor and guests were great--relatable and clear.

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 Alessia G

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Oct 20, 2023

Great introduction to PM! Interactive, easy to follow and comprehensive

By Said G A

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Oct 7, 2023

fantastic course. well organized thorough and easy to follow "loved it"

By Troy H

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Aug 18, 2023

The information was valuable and taught in a format that was effective.

By Fathi R

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Jul 10, 2023

Great Learning materials and also the explanation from the Google Staff

By Aungsan M

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Jul 7, 2023

Very educational on organizational structure and a lot of methodologies

By Pradeep K

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May 22, 2023

A wonderful course for everyone to get over view of project management.

By Bharani V

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Apr 29, 2023

USEFUL AND INTERESTING CONTENT AND CONTEXT FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT WORLD

By Ologundudu D O

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Mar 23, 2023

I love everything about this course, I'm so excited about the next one.

By Fatima G

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Feb 6, 2023

Amazing and very interactive. Very thorough lessons and videos as well!

By Shelley M

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Jan 30, 2023

Excellent presentation of materials and added reading. Easy to digest.

By francis f

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Jan 11, 2023

This is a well designed course in the Google project management series.

By Jesus S

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Dec 26, 2022

Es un curso muy interesante que provee aquello que promociona y ofrece.

By Chibunna C E

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Dec 16, 2022

its exciting and a eye opener to how projects are started and concluded

By The R B A

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Dec 15, 2022

Very informative and makes you realize how close you are to being an PM

By Andrea O

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Dec 14, 2022

Good introductory course on the basic principles of project management.

By Jim H

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Dec 12, 2022

Excellent program filled with valuable information. Very helpful course

By Challotte E

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Nov 28, 2022

It's very good for all the course and material and also the instructor.

By Oluwayemi J Y

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Nov 16, 2022

Its worth all the time spent studying and learning!!!! Thank you Google

By Alexis l

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Oct 31, 2022

The directions and presentation are very straight foward and engaging.

By Aaron Y

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Oct 24, 2022

Wxcellent Course that allow me to gain a lots of knowledge, well done!

By Makeba B

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Oct 17, 2022

This was very understandable! The instructors spoke clear and direct.

By Syed A A

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Oct 14, 2022

Excellent course covering all introductory project managemen concepts.

By Maitryee D

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Oct 6, 2022

Amazing content and instructor. It was easy and very smooth. Thank you

By FAITHLUCY W

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Oct 3, 2022

I am now more proficient on what s expected if me as a project manager

By Mehdi B

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Sep 25, 2022

Great Introductory course, made me want to continue the certification.