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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

JM

Jun 21, 2021

This is so amazing and I am extremely happy and thankful to you all for blessing me with this great opportunity I have learned so much and can't wait to be a future project manager one day at google

BC

Dec 27, 2021

This course is very helpful for those who want to kick start their career in project management field. It is highly interactive and covers basics of project management thoroughly. I really enjoyed it.

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By Neetu N

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Jul 25, 2023

This course was a great window into what PM s all about. It helped introduce topics without overwhelming the student. I found that the content was relatable and was easy to digest.

By shabana s

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May 27, 2023

thank you so much , which i learned in this platform it's very usefull my career path iam so happy to learn such a knowledgeable things which explore my thoughts in certain way ...

By Toshio K

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Dec 27, 2022

I found in this class that management jobs are not only for seasoned specialists working in the industry for a long period of time. I'm looking forward to the next class.

Thank you.

By Brandon M

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Dec 11, 2022

This course is amazing! It made me feel like I will become an essential part to a dynamic and challenging environment while also becoming a strong leader who puts their team first!

By Kelechi O

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Nov 2, 2022

The courses are well structured and each level forms the bedrock for levelling up on the next. I look forward to completing the course and applying for the CAPM certification exam.

By Sonia V

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Jul 22, 2022

This course was really conscise and I felt it was a great summary and introduction to Project Management- looking forward to learning more in the next courses of the certification.

By LOLFUNNIES

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May 25, 2022

This is a perfect introduction to Project Management. I learned a lot about the many things involved in working as a Project Manager and can't wait to continue to the next course.

By Ivan S

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Apr 6, 2022

A well-structured foundational level course. This material gave me some basic knowledge about PM that I did not know. I strongly recommend it as the initial point for this journey.

By Rafaela E

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Feb 17, 2022

A great overview about Project Management, this course is interactive, shared google's workers experience in the role and explore different modes of learning to escape of monotony.

By Ali A

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Feb 8, 2022

Gives an overall understanding of a project managers roles, positions, responsibilities and what to expect from the role. Course outline and context is on point and well-delivered.

By Peter W

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Sep 25, 2021

Great online class that provide insights for Project management. Foundation is important and I'm glad that the instructor explained it in simple terms that I understand. Thank you!

By Vikram S C

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Jul 12, 2021

A well structured course, that enables ab-initio learning, as well as serve as a refresher for other-industry professionals looking to brush up their skills in project management.

By Jesus E V C

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Jun 19, 2021

Thank you very much, see you in the next course, I am learning a lot

I would like to keep the material for later review, it should be included in the resources section for download.

By Estefania C A

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Jun 18, 2021

This course is really a good point to start in the world of Project Management and help to understand the basics of the role of a project manager. I enjoyed completing this course.

By Pranshu S

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Jun 3, 2021

ONE OF THE MOST VALUABLE COURSE WITH IN DEPTH LEARNING CONCEPTS AND GREAT FACULTIES. THANKS TO FACULTIES THAT PUT THEIR FULL EFFORTS FOR EXPLAINIG AND MAKING CLEAR ALL THE CONCEPTS

By Lucas T

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May 30, 2021

A great introduction to project management has given me a thorough understanding of the function of the position and I am more interested in the follow-up professional methodology.

By Cesar C

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Apr 21, 2021

It has great insights into the basics of project management. The videos are clear, the readings comprehensive and the quizzes cover the relevant topics. Looking forward to course 2

By Abedullah S

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Jan 15, 2025

Wonderful course material covering almost all aspects. Best part was the charming personality of the instructor and how he delivered the contents. Highly recommended for beginners

By Pamela S

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Dec 2, 2024

This course was very easy to follow. The videos and readings were well designed and very helpful in enabling me to complete this course. I would recommend this course to others!

By Diana M

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Aug 16, 2024

In diesem Kurs erhält man ein solides Basiswissen im Projektmanagement, auf dem man sehr gut aufbauen kann. Trotz vorherigen IPMA Zertifikate Level D habe ich einiges dazugelernt.

By Denise N

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Feb 2, 2024

Loved it! I can't wait to continue on the road to being certified and becoming a PMP and specializing in Real Estate Development Project Management for Green Sustainable Building.

By Jeffrey L F

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Aug 14, 2023

The course is a great foundation to PM. The content is presented in a way that is easy to follow and engages the learner with videos, reading, quizzes, and interactive activities.

By Caryl T

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Jul 27, 2023

This part of the course has given me the basic knowledge interms of foundations of Project Management. I learnt a lot throughout the whole module and am excited for the next ones!

By Namita G

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May 3, 2023

Simple and clear understanding of the Project Management concepts, so many new terms and inforamtion, helping us build a strong basic and foundational knowledge. Thank you so much

By Shaylah M R

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May 1, 2023

It's definitely a good way to get an overview of what you're getting into. I can appreciate the different scenarios and how it's interactive so it's more exciting while you learn.