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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

LL

Jan 18, 2022

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!

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!

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By Mildred I

Jun 2, 2021

I feel greatly privileged to have been part of this course. The instructor was refreshing and very helpful with his explanations and mannerisms in describing concepts. Listening to stories from other project and program managers at Google was also very great. I look forward to more and also using the skills I have learned and worked on in my future career pursuit.

By Nestor S

Sep 6, 2023

Very streamlined and easy to understand. I have been doing project management work for 4 years now but it was more of a learn on the field kind of deal ever since. Learning the fundamentals through this course definitely help me familiarize my self more with the concepts of what it is I really do. A lot of learnings to enhance my practices as well moving forward.

By Paul G

Aug 21, 2022

The course provides skills, knowledge that you can immediately use.

I found the presentations to be very professional and engaging. They very much encourage you to consider the importance and value project management brings to an organisation. Indeed, I find myself applying the nuggets of information to ongoing projects in my own workplace.

Its highly recommended.

By Marco M

Mar 18, 2022

Si è rivelato MOLTO interessante e utile, anche se io già lavoro stabilmente in una organizzazione nella quale ho maturato gran parte delle esperienze che ho potuto riscontrare nel corso, il quale mi ha fornito spunti di riflessione, catalogazione, ordine e workflow corretti per poter inquadrare e sviluppare le competenze per svolgere semrpe meglio il ruolo di PM

By Abdi D G

Jan 6, 2024

Enrolling in the Foundations of Project Management course on Coursera by Google was a rewarding experience. Striking a perfect balance between engaging content and manageable challenges kept me motivated throughout. The course not only deepened my understanding of the subject but also made learning enjoyable. A heartfelt thank you for this enriching opportunity!

By Gefferson d J

Jun 25, 2023

The course effectively introduced the field of project management to a novice like me. Despite being fed with so many project management-related jargons, I was able to get a good grasp of the subject matter and feel like I'm ready to take on further studies to master project management. Thank you for crafting such a beginner-friendly yet knowledge-filled course!

By BEN G R

Jul 16, 2021

Le cours est très complet, détaillé et bien présenté. Les supports de cours sont bien choisis et très utiles pour comprendre davantage les informations communiquées dans les différents chapitres. Je suis très satisfaite et très contente de participer à ce cours. J'ai beaucoup appris. Merci beaucoup à toute l'équipe de Google pour cette formation très pertinente.

By Tricia D

Jun 15, 2022

A thorough introduction to project management! I think that the instructional designers did a wonderful job on this course. Videos were no more than 7 minutes, there were plenty of interactive activities to check understanding, and each quiz was challenging but attainable. I left course 1 with lots of new ideas, notes, and excitement about a new career journey.

By Charly G S M

Feb 28, 2024

A pesar de estar en inglés, se entiende perfectamente y me gustó además los tips que enseñan para la búsqueda de empleo. A pesar de ser PM desde hace algunos años, este curso me recordó la prácticas básicas del rol de forma sencilla pero completa. El curso está muy bien diseñado!!! Ahora... a traducirlo al español (con tantas herramientas no debe ser difícil).

By Camilo P

Aug 6, 2023

The course on Foundations of Project Management allowed me to realize that in my current job I am doing project management. It has also provided me with the clarity of the skills, steps and processes that I need to focus on in order to consolidate the way I see myself and I operate as a successful project , and to develop my career in project management roles.

By Crystal M

Jan 10, 2023

For a new comer like me jumping into this certificate was not challenging at all. the course is very well detailed and the additional resources help better understand the course materials as well. The videos are great and the practice interactive assignments are great too!. I highly recommend for those who have no background or knowledge of Project Management.

By JW

Jul 1, 2022

Very concise, full of information, and easy to digest. It seems to touch on all points of project management so you get a good scope of role and field. I love the way it was broken down between the videos and readings. I also very much enjoyed the videos from Google team members! They are full of insightful tips and tidbits. Overall, really great first course.

By Faraz S

Apr 25, 2022

This course is a must for entry-level project managers who wish to pursue their careers as Project Managers, and a refresher for experienced project managers. It provides a solid foundation for the core principles of Project Management through well-structured videos and reading materials with relevant exercises and quizzes. I recommend this course to everyone.

By Ammar B

Mar 21, 2022

I'm open for the content as it's extended. New learning is always welcomed and I'm surprised to learn how project management has been in my sphere and I didn't know it. Light -bulb moment. also I'm not a PM currently however having the terms applicable to the functions has been an eye opener on leveraging what I currently do and adding PM as a proficent skill.

By seyi o

Nov 7, 2022

This course opened my eyes to things about my past experiences that i had taken for granted. I now understand that I could leverage on my past skills and exposure to present myself as a Project manager.

It is a course of true self discovery . Thanks to the instructor who took out time to explicitly laid bare the nitty gritty of Project Management Foundations

By Maria C

Oct 25, 2022

Very clear, easy to follow information. It really provides a clear understanding into the basis of Project Management and prepares you for further education on Project Managment. For me personally, I feel that it really helped promote excitement and knowledge around the career unlike a lot of other information I have come across. So far, I love this course!!

By Hemang P

Jun 13, 2022

This course is a perfect solution for me. I was a messy one at work and never understood the importance of being organized. When I started looking for a change from my career I found this one interesting and now I can't wait to finish all courses of the project maagement. The instructor was so good at describing the concepts. He literraly changed my mindset.

By Julie M

Sep 3, 2021

The course was so informative and I looked forward to learning from the instructor and hearing experiences from other Google employees about their career path and experience. The reading materials were clean organized and easy to understand. I appreciate the authenticity that each contributor put in to help us understand the foundations of project management.

By Ritu B

Aug 20, 2023

The course-1 was informative lying down the basic fundamentals of project management. The instructs communicate really well and in precise manner student will be able to understand the descriptions. An important other thing is demo practice questions provided in between or in the end of each module which will help in application of the learnings of concepts.

By Olabode O

Dec 6, 2022

it was a wonderful experience going through this course and seeing my person in a lot of examples and daily activities including engagements in my place of work. it has really opened my eyes to see why somethings I do come with the result I see, either positive or negative, now I can make amendments where necessary and become better in my managerial skills.

By Jansenio A

Sep 11, 2022

First, this is a very interesting, motivating, and informative course.  Second, it was on my radar for quite sometime, but I needed availability.  Third, I'm ready for the next course in this specialization.  And finally, I highly recommend enrolling in this specialization. In fact, it should be mandatory even for those not interested in Project Management.

By NATALIA A R

Feb 9, 2024

Concise and easy to follow, this course delivered quality information that helped me gain the necessary knowledge to perfect my critical thinking and direct it towards my career goals and important related decisions, as well as an overview of what to expect as a future Project Management. Every professional certificate or diploma should be started this way!

By Lamin B C

Mar 27, 2023

The manner in which classes are given by Google lecturers is immeasurable. I learned a great depth in this foundation course because introduce project managements methods I didn't know before example Agile and scrum. And moreover the platform Google and Coursera set to make learning available to every individual for career growth is undoubtedly the best.

By Taylor O

Jun 20, 2022

This was a beautiful introduction to the world of project management. It was also very helpful to see what the foundations of successful project management looks like even though I have been doing it for nearly 5 years. It really got me excited to keep pursuing the certificate, learning, and searching for opportunities in the future for this type of career.

By Abdullah a a a

Jul 4, 2023

This was wonderful course I've learned a lot and enjoyed the experience.

For anyone thinking about starting this course don't hesitate it's really exciting and life changing experience!!

You will definite adjust well to this course since you have probably most of skills of management the rest is learned throughout the process. Keep up and follow your dreams!