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About the Course

This course is the first in a series of six to equip you with the skills you need to apply to introductory-level roles in project management. 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. Throughout the program, you’ll learn from current Google project managers, who can provide you with a multi-dimensional educational experience that will help you build your skills for on-the-job application. 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

SO

Apr 11, 2022

So much information was packaged in this course but it was so well organized and delivered that I was compelled to complete every segment. Well timed quizzes helped to ensure my comprehension as well.

RC

Dec 20, 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.

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By Madhushree K

Aug 21, 2021

hey, the course is easily understandable great way to gain knowledge about project management basics thank you

By Erfan V

Jul 30, 2021

This course is amazing! I recommend the course to all students who want to learn a new aspect of the business.

By ibrahim m

Jul 18, 2021

I'm very proud to complete this course, and I aspire to walk to complete the entire project management course.

By Edoardo G

Jul 15, 2021

The Course is extremely well done and useful to get an idea of the Project life cycle and Project manager role

By Dr.Mahmoud S

Jul 13, 2021

wonderful easy manageable course and rich in contents and prepare for the next Courses in managemental science

By Damaris G

May 9, 2021

Excellent experience. All course's information are so easy to understand and to practice. Totally recommended.

By Chad W

May 3, 2021

This class makes learning project management easier than others. I love the progression I am in course 2 now.

By Thomas K

Mar 31, 2021

This course was really well put together. The balance of videos, readings, and practices was very well done!!

By andrea m

Mar 25, 2021

The aim of the course is to give a general view of the project management activity. The goal is well achieved.

By Katherine L

Mar 24, 2021

This was a great introduction to project management. I really enjoyed hearing from program managers at Google.

By Dr V A N

Apr 15, 2024

Thank you Google,I really appreciate your financial aid..I ensured I finished just because I promised👍🤗🤗🤗

By Raimondo A

Mar 12, 2024

Ottimo corso, ben stratturato con materiali facilmente disponibili, peccato manchi la traduzione in italiano.

By morenikeji O

Feb 14, 2024

This course gave me a very deep insight on what to expect as a project manager and how to navigate the field.

By Dina M S

Sep 17, 2023

this course will make give you all the skills and knowledge that you need to be a successful project manager.

By Sandra N

Sep 12, 2023

Excellent introduction. It sets a good tone for what to expect from the next several courses in this program.

By Seo J

Aug 16, 2023

This was the first course that I took for PMP. It was very useful and good material for beginners. Thank you!

By rubab w

May 24, 2023

Easy and amazing for increasing the knowledge and it helps you connect the example to your real life examples

By Monica M

Mar 7, 2023

The course is highly detailed in providing strong foundational knowledge into Project Management methodology.

By farah a

Jan 25, 2023

It helps me a lot for understanding the basic of project management. Looking forward for advancing my career.

By William D

Nov 10, 2022

With or without experience in project management, the course will give firm basis in how to manage a project.

By Peter P

Oct 23, 2022

Excelent overview of the different styles as well as the inter company structures that can affect a project.

By Gabriele H

Sep 26, 2022

This course contains terminology and planning skills that are essential for advancing in management careers.

By Hassan A

Sep 23, 2022

it was such a good course i learned a lot in one month that i coulnot learned in 16 years of my college life

By GARIMA G

Sep 20, 2022

very descriptive and informative, even if i am currently a project manager, there is still a lot to explore.

By Mohammad T K

Sep 19, 2022

It helped establish the knowledge gain through experience in terms of definition of various terms practiced.