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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

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.

LL

Jan 19, 2022

Very informative and thorough! I've finished this course with so much knowledge that can be applied to the workforce. Everything is laid out in easy to follow and efficient steps. Couldn't be happier!

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By Maria C D C C

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Apr 22, 2023

Great course, I learnt a lot! Thank you, Coursera!

By Shimaa G

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Mar 30, 2023

one of the best courses I have ever had in my life

By Daniel H

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Feb 23, 2023

Very helpful - covered all parts of the discipline

By omar m a s

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Feb 7, 2023

Excelente información, gran exposición y recursos.

By Raveendra P S

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Jan 25, 2023

Learns a lot from this course .Thanks to Coursera.

By Nwogu S C

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Jan 19, 2023

This course is well detailed. I am glad I enrolled

By Walid m

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Jan 17, 2023

Good Course for starting career as project manager

By Ana M R

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Jan 15, 2023

Una buena introducción al fascinante mundo del PM.

By Raian R

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Jan 2, 2023

Good intro about Foundations of Project Management

By Hernan G B

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Dec 21, 2022

A great introductory course to project management!

By Kate M

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Nov 21, 2022

The teacher was clear, concise and easy to follow.

By Ezeibekwe E O

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Nov 15, 2022

All the lectures have been top notch and on point.

By Melissa B

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Nov 15, 2022

really helpful review and breakdown of the basics!

By Nathi M

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Nov 13, 2022

The course activated my interest to study further.

By Uma S M

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Nov 9, 2022

Great coverage of the basics of Project Management

By Laura M Z

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Nov 9, 2022

Learned so much, and this course is very detailed.

By Olesia H

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Nov 8, 2022

Nice for beginners. A lot of simple explanations)

By Erik H

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Nov 2, 2022

Great content for the employee looking to advance

By Miguel M

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Oct 11, 2022

I admire how clearly the instructor communicates.

By Anastas P

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Sep 27, 2022

All together great material and knowledge shared.

By Emily S

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Sep 27, 2022

I love the format and I look forward to course 2!

By Me’Saj

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Sep 18, 2022

Very thorough and informative. Useful information

By Alan S

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Sep 10, 2022

Great way to learn about your potential new career

By Nur R H

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Sep 4, 2022

Great Guidelines for Becoming Project Management!

By Skobie W T B S

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Aug 22, 2022

This was an incredible course and very easy to use