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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....

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Feb 1, 2023

I do not know why it is the best course I have ever had. Thank you, Google and Coursera, for providing such a great course. You cover many intensive and comprehensive items, particularly the speaker.

LD

Aug 12, 2021

I loved this course. It was so informative. I took a lot of notes and hope to implement everything I've learned in real-life instances. I look forward to advancing professionally as a project manager.

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By Dyuthi H

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Jul 26, 2021

A very fresh and exciting course if you're interested in the project management field!

By Caroline H

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Jul 22, 2021

An excellent introduction to Project Management and a strong basis for moving forward.

By ESHWAR

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Jul 6, 2021

I LEARNED A LOT FROM THIS COURSE I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO KNOWING MORE ABOUT THIS FIELD

By BADER N M

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May 27, 2021

Excellent overview on the foundation of project management. Would definitely recommend

By Joseph L

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May 12, 2021

Awesome intro to project management that touches on Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and more.

By Sunanda P M

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Apr 14, 2021

It is a wonderful course for someone looking to enter in the project management world.

By Sofia C G B

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Apr 19, 2025

I just started a new role as a PM and this course has clarified many things. Love it!

By Francisco L M

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Apr 1, 2025

starts easy and then a little complex as you continue but learn a lot, put attention!

By Muataz T

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Jan 2, 2025

Very good starting course with full of detailed information especially for beginners.

By Oluwatobi O

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Jan 1, 2025

I love the way the course is structured. It is easier to learn the concepts with it.

By Rakesh K Y

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Dec 12, 2024

This is an amazing course for beginner level learner in the project management field.

By Kofoworola H

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Jun 13, 2024

This was a very interesting course. It kept me motivated and it is very interractive.

By Charith E A

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Jun 11, 2024

Very Useful Course and obtained more knowledge about Project Management Fundamentals

By Francis M

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Jun 5, 2024

I enhanced what I already know and learned new topic about project management. Thanks

By ShemenPadua

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Jun 3, 2024

It is very informative and gives me a more detailed perception of project management.

By Dennis L

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May 8, 2024

This is an excellent overview of Project Management with the view of seeking a Career

By Cathy W

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Jan 15, 2024

I had learned an overview of project management, and I'd like to learn more about it.

By Jayadev N

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Dec 18, 2023

This is a great course for a professional who is seeing the job as a project manager.

By Joni T

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Dec 8, 2023

I appreciate the professionalism and clear and concise information that is presented.

By Diana K M

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Oct 9, 2023

I have learnt so much on the 1st course and can't to see what the other courses hold.

By Ayangbenro M T

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Aug 24, 2023

Thank you Coursera and Google for this great course, indeed it is a privilege for me!

By Sola G

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Aug 5, 2023

The course was insightful and the instructor did a good job of explaining the topics.

By LokkkD

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Jul 27, 2023

Great stuff. Taking it all in could get overwhelming sometimes, but great stuff. 😄❤️

By Oluwabanke E

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Jun 22, 2023

This course, though brief was very thorough and learning was fun and straightforward.

By Jamahlia C

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Apr 12, 2023

I loved the way it was presented and able to ensure a passing grade with note taking.