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

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.

RC

Dec 21, 2022

This course 1 is so clear that I can even apply it to my daily routine! I want to explore more about Project Management. Thank you, Google: Coursera for making this happen to those who lack knowledge.

Filter by:

6576 - 6600 of 10,000 Reviews for Foundations of Project Management

By سالم ب

•

Sep 15, 2021

I benefited from the course wonderfully and excellently. I wish you and me success

By Malcolm W

•

Sep 5, 2021

Exceptional delivery, benchmark for other institutions that offer online training.

By Kelli C

•

Aug 11, 2021

Really liked the format and the information. The people on the videos were great!

By Aditya S

•

Jul 18, 2021

A great kickstart program for understanding the fundamentals of Project Management

By Gilbert L

•

Apr 30, 2021

I think is nice and easy to follow and understand the basics of project management

By Jose A H G

•

Apr 26, 2021

es un curso muy informativo y lleno de información de valor, llenó mi expectativa.

By Sidnei L B

•

Apr 24, 2021

Great course. The lectures and materials are on point! Thanks for the opportunity.

By Shreyasi C

•

Jul 27, 2025

Amazing course! Got to learn lots of new terminologies and different perspective!

By Emelito H E

•

Jul 18, 2025

This course provided a very interesting topics and idea about Project Management.

By BRIAN O

•

Apr 15, 2025

Great refresher of current norms for a person who has been at it for a long time.

By Tati A

•

Mar 18, 2025

Muchas gracias por el primer curso.Estoy feliz de haberlo realizado con vosotros.

By Nosiru A

•

Nov 14, 2024

It the best course for someone just trying to get started with Project Management

By Veronika D

•

Sep 11, 2024

SUPER, THANK YOU! THE BEST TYPE OF EDUCACTION, THE BEST TEAM AND THE BEST PROGRAM

By ANKITA E D

•

Jul 7, 2024

Exceptional. I believe this has helped me choose which path to take in my career.

By Juan M S M

•

Jun 26, 2024

Un curso introductorio a la administración de proyectos muy completo. Me encantó.

By 江濡秀

•

May 22, 2024

It's easy to navigate, and the lecturers are amazing in explaining hard concepts.

By Joshlean S

•

Mar 23, 2024

I really enjoy the videos and personal experiences. The course is easy to follow.

By Prashant P

•

Feb 2, 2024

Wonderful Contents. Very Thankful to be given a chance to learn from the experts.

By Rakshith S

•

Jan 4, 2024

Good course to start the basics of program management. The mentor is really good.

By Himanshu A

•

Dec 8, 2023

If you want to start a career in project management, this is a must-to-do course.

By Sharon V

•

Oct 30, 2023

I've gotten a wealth of knowledge from this course. looking forward to the next.

By Marija N N

•

Oct 7, 2023

A comprehensive course with all the foundations of PM covered! I have enjoyed it!

By Mahboob A

•

Sep 27, 2023

I have learned a great deal about project management since I started this course.

By Stephanie W

•

Sep 18, 2023

Highly recommend this course. Very well organized to better assist with learning.

By June J

•

Sep 16, 2023

Great course that has given me a good basic understanding of project management.