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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 Rahul S

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Mar 8, 2024

It was very informatic and google has very well presented.

By Felix S

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Feb 1, 2024

Great starter course for anyone new to project management!

By Blessing m E

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Oct 21, 2023

the practical aspect of this particular course is the best

By Emanuele R

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Jul 27, 2023

Learned a lot about what i was looking for. Highly suggest

By Amnon_Medan E

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Jul 25, 2023

This is such a super nice course, I liked it beyond words.

By Anna C V

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Jul 21, 2023

Muy interesante para tener una visión global de conceptos.

By Pavithra S

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Jul 2, 2023

It's a great course! Loved it! Special credits to Emilio!!

By Umair S

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Jul 1, 2023

Excellent explanation about project management foundation.

By Neha

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Jun 29, 2023

Simple content with all details helps to understand better

By Jorge M C D S

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Jun 15, 2023

Fun to learn, not overlly specific but right to the point.

By HoangAnhNg

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Jun 12, 2023

A great foundation course for the newbie and practitioners

By Roma N

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May 3, 2023

Thank you Coursera and Google for such a wonderful course.

By Jessica L

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May 2, 2023

Super easy to follow and very valuable information shared.

By Cierra V

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Apr 3, 2023

Easy to follow and is super interactive. Thank you Google!

By MULONDO B

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Mar 3, 2023

a very good course to enter into a project management role

By Carlos A H V

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Feb 17, 2023

Great course to know the big picture of project management

By Fajar R A

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Jan 28, 2023

the instructor is very comprehensive and attractive, cool!

By Nikunj R

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Jan 19, 2023

It's an awsome course - needs to buy and learn new things.

By Mohamed K

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Dec 3, 2022

This course is very educative. The instructors are awesome

By ashish m

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Nov 11, 2022

Very well described and tons of information have recieved.

By MUHAMMAD R A

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Nov 11, 2022

This is best course I have attended to upgrade career path

By Amelia W

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Nov 9, 2022

Easy to follow. Plenty of knowledge checks along the way.

By Malik A

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Nov 2, 2022

Extraordinary, highly professional and pedagogue oriented.

By Georgiana D A S D

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Oct 14, 2022

Wonderful course! Indeed no prior knowledge is neccesary!

By Sarah C

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Oct 14, 2022

amazing course for newbies! everything was well-designed!