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Foundations of Project Management

Google

This comprehensive course by Google provides a thorough understanding of project management fundamentals, roles, and responsibilities across various industries. Learners will explore the project management life cycle, methodologies, organizational structure, culture, and change management. Through a multi-dimensional educational experience, participants will acquire transferable skills essential for on-the-job application as a project manager.

  • Gain foundational project management terminology
  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a project manager
  • Explore the project management life cycle and methodologies
  • Learn about organizational structure, culture, and change management

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Foundations of Project Management
Course Modules

Embark on a career in project management and become an effective project manager while learning about the project management life cycle, methodologies, organizational structure, and culture.

Embarking on a career in project management

Embark on a career in project management and discover the skills and attributes required to become an effective project manager. This module offers an overview of project management roles, transferable skills, and insights from experienced project managers.

Becoming an effective project manager

Gain a deeper understanding of the value of a project manager, key roles and responsibilities, core skills, leadership, and team dynamics. Explore how project managers impact organizations and acquire essential competencies for success in project management roles.

The project management life cycle and methodologies

Explore the project management life cycle, including the phases, methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, Lean, and Six Sigma. Compare different approaches and learn to select the most effective methodology for a given project.

Organizational structure and culture

Understand the impact of organizational structure and culture on project management. Learn about classic and matrix structures, an organization’s culture, and the role of a project manager in change management. Discover how to uncover job opportunities in project management.

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