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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.

SS

Apr 12, 2025

Extremely well taught, and a highly positive approach towards teaching the subject. The topics were comprehensive for a foundational program and created a lot of excitement for the upcoming courses.

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By Ghous M I Q

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Aug 15, 2023

Well prepared, easy to learn and easy to remember.

By Gabriel d C

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Jul 29, 2023

Good introduction to the project management world!

By Angela T

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Jun 20, 2023

This was a great foundational tool for the course.

By Sk. A H

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May 29, 2023

Amazing experience for me to complete this course.

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 24, 2023

Very helpful - covered all parts of the discipline

By omar m a s

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Feb 8, 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 20, 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 16, 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 22, 2022

A great introductory course to project management!

By Kate M

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Nov 22, 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 14, 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 12, 2022

I admire how clearly the instructor communicates.

By Anastas P

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Sep 28, 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!