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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

BC

Dec 26, 2021

This course is very helpful for those who want to kick start their career in project management field. It is highly interactive and covers basics of project management thoroughly. I really enjoyed it.

SC

Nov 10, 2022

It was a fantastic learning experience with a knowledge of project management information. The team as a whole did a fantastic job of demonstrating their individual perspectives on project management.

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By Taghreed Q A

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Apr 23, 2021

Excellent instructor, and excellent presentation of information.

By Moe W

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Mar 26, 2024

Very informative and it also supplied plenty of detailed notes.

By Josphine w m

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Mar 4, 2024

the best place to get educated. well covered and well explained

By Thomas M G

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Feb 18, 2024

Nice, smooth introduction into the project management spectrum.

By Ms. E H

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Oct 19, 2023

Course 1 provided an excellent foundation to Project Management

By Namrah M M

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Aug 24, 2023

Supporting me a lot in better learning about Project Management

By DHEERAJ L

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Aug 7, 2023

Excellent Demonstration and clear explanation on PM foundation.

By Aulya V

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Jul 30, 2023

The explanations are so clear and detailed. Thanks for sharing.

By Dimas R

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Jul 22, 2023

this course is very informative, can't wait for the next course

By arunphilominraj

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Jul 18, 2023

Its good experience for me and learn what is project management

By SHELIA S

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Jul 11, 2023

I really enjoyed learning the foundation of project management.

By Edgar M

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Jun 12, 2023

Content, quizzes, complementary readings and great facilitator.

By Leslie A

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May 3, 2023

Exception delivery of lessons and sufficient guide for learners

By kavinda m

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Mar 27, 2023

Excellent course and guided very in detail. Highly recommended!

By Muhammad H

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Mar 24, 2023

Good understanding of the Foundational knowledge of the course.

By Timothy L D K

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Mar 7, 2023

I love the courses, they are extremely helpful and interactive.

By Susana S

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Feb 23, 2023

A really good overview of the foundations of Project Management

By Chit P A

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Feb 23, 2023

I got to learn the overall PM with great content and resources.

By Vanessa M

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Feb 12, 2023

It was a fascinating experience. Lots of exposure and learning

By Tokollo M

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Jan 20, 2023

Project management concepts are very informative and applicable

By Tonya R

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Jan 14, 2023

Very Good, learned a lot to advance me in my career. Thank you!

By Saravanakumar C

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Jan 9, 2023

Thanks for the wonderful session and well articulated contents.

By Sneha I N

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Jan 9, 2023

A great start to Project Management career. All basics covered.

By Mulk H

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Jan 7, 2023

thank you, Coursera for making this possible and easy to learn.

By Abhishek G

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Jan 5, 2023

I learn a lot in this Foundations of project management course.