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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

NE

Apr 10, 2022

Wow, I did not expect that it will be so much fun to work on this course. It gives a lot of good information. This course must be taken by anybody who is not familiar with project management methods.

JM

Jun 21, 2021

This is so amazing and I am extremely happy and thankful to you all for blessing me with this great opportunity I have learned so much and can't wait to be a future project manager one day at google

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By Jorge T

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Oct 20, 2024

A neat introduction to Project Management not only in its content but also in its production.

By NP M

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Sep 25, 2024

very easy to follow , not complicated everything is cleary communicated in steps no confusion

By Gregorie S

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Sep 24, 2024

Very interesting to start the Project Management carrier. But, need to follow all courses ;-)

By Olman A

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Jul 11, 2024

Muy buen curso, sienta una buena y solida base para iniciar la carrera de gestor de proyectos

By Md B A K

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May 25, 2024

It's details and a strong Foundation for Project Management. And to go ahead to become a PMP.

By Tlhokomelo R

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Apr 12, 2024

I have learned a lot from this course. I recommend to everyone who is starting a career on PM

By Franklin A

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Jan 5, 2024

Learning the Foundations of Project Management has built me into a more efficient individual.

By Monioluwa L

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Oct 26, 2023

It's a great way to learn. I love the mix of videos, readings, case studies, and assessments.

By Dheerendra

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Oct 9, 2023

Easy to understand Foundations. not typical boring lectures . Loved the quizzes and exercises

By RO A

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Sep 21, 2023

I enjoyed learning every part of the course, it makes me want to to proceed with what's next.

By Tani P

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Sep 13, 2023

Informative, broken down well, and I appreciated the diversity of video, reading and quizzes.

By Navaira B

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Sep 12, 2023

This course was first step towards milestone.

I am grateful to Google Coursera and the mentor.

By Christian H

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Sep 3, 2023

Excellent intro or Refresher course for individuals interested in project management careers.

By Aiman K

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Aug 25, 2023

It was to much fun I really enjoyed entire if the course Thank You for providing this course.

By Karolyne A B

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Jun 23, 2023

Straightforward and balanced approach to gaining knowledge of project management foundations.

By Antoinette W

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Jun 22, 2023

This course has really opened my eyes to project management. I am excited to learn even more!

By Alam A

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Jun 21, 2023

This course was really insightful and I'm glad I took it and finished. I really recommend it.

By Michael K E

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May 11, 2023

Great. A very worthwhile introduction to project management. I cant wait for the next course.

By Deleted A

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Mar 26, 2023

It is very exciting to have completed this course. Thanks to Coursera for the amazing support

By Adal A R

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Mar 23, 2023

Creo que se ajusta al nivel principiante y los contenidos son concisos pero muy informativos.

By Casandra R

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Mar 17, 2023

really great tools and properly broken down so the information is easy to grasp and organize.

By Muhammad U S

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Feb 18, 2023

Good solid foundational course for personnel wanting to get to grasps with Project Management

By Maria d l P

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Jan 27, 2023

You really understand the Project Management Fundamentals and is very well explained. Love it

By Mohd K

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Jan 22, 2023

Kindly note that the FMP course is intended to increase my knowledge. and I am very pleased. 

By Joel P

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Jan 17, 2023

Very descriptive and informative course. Really loved it. It was simple but so knowledgeable.