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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

JK

Oct 5, 2021

Very informative and thorough! I've finished this course with so much knowledge that can be applied to the workforce. Everything is laid out in easy to follow and efficient steps. Couldn't be happier!

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 taher m

Jun 21, 2022

This foundational course is amazing and much knowlegable, have learned many topics which haven't learned before. thanksgiving to Google

By MARIO V

Jun 8, 2022

It was awesome. Before this course, I did not have the opportunity to learn about Project Management. It has been of great help. Thanks!

By Michael S

Jun 1, 2022

Good structure and good mix between videos and articles with real-life examples. Overall very good introduction into Project Management.

By TAHIRI T

May 25, 2022

It is a good introduction to what project management is. It helps you to build a framework to have a common ground to develop PM skills.

By Shelia O

May 9, 2022

An excellent foundation to Project Management. It has been informative, relatable, and engaging. Looking forwaard to the future courses.

By Alexis M

Apr 18, 2022

Excellent instruction, organized in a digestable fashion allowing you to learn the foundations of Project Management at your own pace.

By Alma C

Mar 28, 2022

easy to follow, has enough repetition, and explains things in a way that a person with no knowledge of project management can understand

By Kristen D

Mar 16, 2022

The instructors were amazing and I loved the fact that this was self-paced. It was so easy for me to fit into my schedule. Thank you!!

By Rachel G V

Feb 7, 2022

Excellent introduction and structure for us the students to understand the foundations of project managers before dive on it completely.

By Omikunle A

Dec 31, 2021

The course was filled with practical insights, and is communicated in such a manner that everyone can grasp the concepts being imparted.

By Srujeeth S

Dec 17, 2021

I have got a great idea about what project management is and am very proud and knowing it via google. This helps me a lot for my career.

By munde c

Oct 13, 2021

This course is extremely relevant to the career path of any aspiring project manager. I wish everyone could benefit from such knowledge.

By Marwa A

Aug 17, 2021

I really enjoyed the course. I think it is the perfect place for anybody with no experience to understand more about project management.

By Lawrence W

Aug 11, 2021

Great course for individuals moving to the Project Management field and refresher for individuals moving back to a Project Manager role.

By Zeynep D Ö

Jul 24, 2021

It is the most useful course that i found online. It is a treasure for someone who wants to change her career to a project managemt area

By Grace A

Jun 16, 2021

This course is very detailed and well thought-out. It is lined up in a way for the reader to understand and remember its content easily.

By loveneet s

May 28, 2021

A very structured course, gives the initial understanding of Project Management and the Job requirements for the Role of Project Manager

By Mohammed S

May 5, 2021

A very very beautiful course and I recommend it, including the many benefits in managing time and budget to achieve the required project

By Joshua M M

Apr 26, 2021

What a great course! Very recommended for a newbie in the Project Management area. This will be a refreshment for a senior in this area.

By Pongsapak K

Mar 30, 2021

Very nice course. This course gave me a overall picture of the project management which made more excited to learn more about this role.

By Olivia L 小

Mar 26, 2021

Very interactive and easy-to-understand course material! I love the readings and case studies which help to reinforce the video content.

By Adrian P

Mar 23, 2021

Very happy with this, it provided valuable insight and a solid foundation for understanding key concepts and roles in Project Management

By Deanne M W

Feb 23, 2024

Loving all of this training. Many of these functions I already have experience in, but this will get me to the next level in my career.

By Josiah Z

Jan 27, 2024

I am greatly enjoying my current work in project management and I am looking forward to a rewarding career in this field in the future.

By Fahad R M

Oct 22, 2023

Great basics and insights to share with people who ware interested in learning and want to purse career in project management domain !!