Chevron Left
Back to Foundations of Project Management

Learner Reviews & Feedback for Foundations of Project Management by Google

4.9
stars
98,375 ratings

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

LA

Apr 28, 2021

Gives a solid background understanding to starting with project management and explains concepts such as organizational culture/structure and project management practices such as agile and waterfall.

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.

Filter by:

5001 - 5025 of 10,000 Reviews for Foundations of Project Management

By Tammie A

•

Oct 27, 2021

This is a really great course. The speakers are well prepared and give a lot of information and knowledge.

By Mohamed F

•

Sep 4, 2021

Great course and it is a very good introduction to project management. Good resources and nice instructor.

By Naufal R R

•

Aug 14, 2021

exceptional and absolutely mindful!. Easy to understand and help us through our journey of new career path

By Deleted A

•

Aug 13, 2021

It's been amazing to learn from the best and actually implementing the material at my job on a daily basis

By Jose D M H

•

Jul 29, 2021

Una muy buena base sobre Project Management para todos aquellos que queremos ampliar nuestras capacidades.

By Bruno G

•

May 4, 2021

The course was great. I learned a lot about new techniques and how to manage a team with practical skills.

By Calvin A

•

Apr 15, 2021

This is really an amazing course. I learnt all I need to know about the Foundations of Project Management.

By Crystal C

•

Mar 25, 2021

Nice instructing style! A lot of high level concept as a starter to guide you through this specialization

By Pratyush R

•

Sep 23, 2025

Very easy to understand, with no entry barrier, making it really fun, engaging, and interactive learning.

By Katherina E

•

Feb 2, 2025

Entrega una visión general sobre las funciones de un Director de proyectos, muy recomendado para iniciar!

By Helen K

•

Jan 7, 2025

Well planned, timed and very easy to understand and apply concepts. I love the exams and quizzes as well.

By Alem Y

•

Sep 26, 2024

I have learned great deal out of this course, and I have acknowledged how much I have learned on the job.

By Alfonso C L

•

Aug 25, 2024

Great course! It is fantastic to understand basic concepts and lay the foundations for further knowledge.

By Veronika W P

•

Mar 16, 2024

Learn the basic and general knowledge to dive in to the world of project management which is interesting!

By Hamza A

•

Feb 20, 2024

learned and applied those concepts in office tasks as a result I'm excited on the path towards success!!!

By tezar a

•

Feb 10, 2024

Very interesting being a project manager and I'm ready for move forward start new path as project manager

By Guta G T

•

Nov 23, 2023

A fantastic chance for individuals looking to acquire or boost their understanding of project management.

By Threeshal K

•

Aug 1, 2023

have not received any job interview after completion of course for entry level project management profile

By NILESH N

•

Jul 21, 2023

Great explanations and examples. Various Project managers speech in middle of the courses were motivating

By Vadlamudi B

•

Jun 5, 2023

Preferable for all entry Level PM's to learn the terminology and the Process of PM's. Best in the Market.

By Angelica V

•

Apr 27, 2023

This has been such a wonderful course to really gain an introductory comprehension of project management.

By Gustavo D C

•

Mar 9, 2023

it was very useful, for a individual like me coming from marketing and sales experience, I like it.

a lot

By Godswill A

•

Mar 1, 2023

Very educative and informative, enjoyed all the courses from weeks 1 to 4. thank you for the opportunity.

By Emory d K

•

Feb 11, 2023

This is a great intro to project management for those who are not yet fully familiar with all it entails.

By Vivek P

•

Jan 23, 2023

Hi .

Very high excel knowledge got from this project management . Thanks to all. Thanks for all lectures.