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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

VC

Aug 23, 2022

This course has helped me to understand all phases of any project in detail, which includes Project initiation, Project Planning, Execution, Methodologies and applying the same in real world

SH

Jun 12, 2021

Very well put together and interactive, I love the team incorporated pop up questions in the videos this really helped with the learning process. I'm also impressed at how accurate the transcript it.

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By Xayaseth B

Mar 3, 2023

Great course on foundations. I learned about about what I was lacking from a foundational level, and looking forward to expand on each of these foundational topics.

By Nour S

Jan 27, 2023

This course is really good with a very good instructor too, I can say I understood 90% of the course material through the videos and the reading materials provided.

By Essienubong A

Jan 7, 2023

A VERY WONDERFUL COURSE. IT HAS BROADENED MY HORIZON ON THE RUDIMENTS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT. AMAZING INSTRUCTORS AND A WELL DETAILED OUTLINE FOR EASY UNDERSTANDING.

By Farhan M

Dec 16, 2022

this was a wonderful experience of learning about project management and I am expecting a good outcome as I will use this information and skills on various projects

By Maksims S

Nov 29, 2022

Good day, Thank you very much for the following course. It was helpful and I will absolutely go on with the next one. Thank you Best Regards, Maksims Sheinins

By Vanessa E W

Sep 24, 2022

I liked the use of videos and the pop up questions that came up in the middle of the videos were a good way to remind myself of what I have learned from the video.

By Stacy B

Sep 14, 2022

Great course and introduction to project management. I especially appreciated the video transcripts, as reading along with the video is a great way for me to learn.

By Leonardo T

Sep 11, 2022

aAs an initial introduction, I found it excellent. Now lets see if th other 5 courses offer tools, practices, tips, etc. to support my future day-by-day work as PM.

By Valentene C

Aug 8, 2022

This was an excellent overview of the work of a project manager. I loved the different learning modalities, and appreciated the regular content check ins / quizzes.

By Olubunmi P

Aug 3, 2022

This course gradually openedup a whole new world of knowldge to me.It was not overwhelming and it was loaded with useful help tips all along the way. thanks google.

By Zaihasra Z

Feb 22, 2022

Extremely structured course content, peppered with sharing of real life experience from Google own project/program managers. Best investment ever of money and time.

By Shanthi B

Dec 11, 2021

Program design is so nice that including of videos, quiz, reading material, are really good to keep the candidate active and to increase the interest in the course.

By Mohammad T K B

Oct 30, 2021

This course helps me prepare for a new career in the high-growth field of project management, no experience required. I got professional training designed by Google

By Ildar

Oct 7, 2021

For me it was a pleasant experience - I refreshed my knowledge of foundations, and received an idea what the managers nowadays are using to complete their projects.

By Evgeniy R

Sep 7, 2021

Excellent course - great structure, lots of useful information, outstanding examples - everything that is required to have a big picture of what project management.

By Julia S

Aug 17, 2021

Nice introduction course, good balance between video, readings and interactive blocks. I recommend to continue with other courses, as this is just an introduction.

By Jonathan E W

Aug 15, 2021

This a simple but effective introduction to Project Management. It was easy to follow, but I felt I learned a lot. I am eager to learn more in the future courses.

By K L

Jun 16, 2021

I really enjoyed the course as it was not only very informative it also has a very personal experience. I'm looking forward to the next part.

Great job Google!!!!

By Eráani R

Jun 8, 2021

Love it, it explains in detail what the foundations are and you can take it faster that it says, I finished the course in 3 days and I dedicated like 2hrs everyday.

By Simon W

May 11, 2021

Awesome I’m learning so much and on my own time. It’s easy at first then it gets harder but it as all up to you. Get in and get started and you will be done sooner.

By Lane W

Apr 2, 2021

Good mix of video, reading, exercises, writing and reflecting. The information I'm learning feels extremely relevant and practical. I'm really enjoying this course.

By Shante S

Feb 24, 2025

Course was informative and interactive and motivational! I feel confident applying for an entry level project management position. I’m looking forward to course 2!

By Fabian A

Nov 27, 2024

Excelente oportunidad de generar conocimientos de manera online, con una formación muy buena en contenido, de manera practica y didáctica. Totalmente recomendable

By Thiga N

Jul 18, 2024

The course is very engaging and has the best explanations and well crafted lessons to help someone gain knowledge and understanding of a topic. I highly recommend.

By Rebecca T

Jun 15, 2024

Quite easy to understand and grasp the concept for the entire course. Its pretty easy to pick up the first module I look forward to the next portion of the course.