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About the Course

This is the third course in the Google Project Management Certificate program. This course will explore how to map out a project in the second phase of the project life cycle: the project planning phase. You will examine the key components of a project plan, how to make accurate time estimates, and how to set milestones. Next, you will learn how to build and manage a budget and how the procurement processes work. Then, you will discover tools that can help you identify and manage different types of risk and how to use a risk management plan to communicate and resolve risks. Finally, you will explore how to draft and manage a communication plan and how to organize project documentation. Current Google project managers will continue to instruct and provide you with hands-on approaches for accomplishing these tasks while showing you the best project management tools and resources for the job at hand. 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: - Describe the components of the project planning phase and their significance. - Explain why milestones are important and how to set them. - Make accurate time estimates and describe techniques for acquiring them from team members. - Identify tools and best practices to build a project plan and risk management plan. - Describe how to estimate, track, and maintain a budget. - Explain the procurement process and identify key procurement documentation. - Draft a communication plan and explain how to manage it. - Explain why milestones are important and how to set them. - Explain why a project plan is necessary and what components it contains. - Make accurate time estimates and describe techniques for acquiring them from team members....

Top reviews

AO

Jan 18, 2022

This is a perfectly prepared course. the videos and activities were simply perfect. I learnt a great deal from this.

i would recommend it to anyone wanting in-depth knowledge of Project management.

GD

Oct 30, 2022

I am greatful for this Course in particular. Very well structured and easy to understang . Special Thanks to the Instructor, Rowena and those who shared their experiences during this course. Thank You

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By Zaihasra Z

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Apr 26, 2022

I learnt a lot in this course 3. I love all the activities and examplar. The sharing of experience by Google staff is also a huge plus.

By K. R O

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Aug 22, 2023

This course covered a lot of critical information. Although it was a lot, I simply learned so much and I made sure I took great notes!

By Eric U

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Aug 1, 2023

The course instructor and presentation for this module was exceptional. I learnt a lot and working hard to complete the entire course.

By Ethel C

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May 25, 2022

One of the best parts of the certification. Learnt quite a great deal about it especially the Risk Management section of this chapter.

By Julio R Q

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Apr 9, 2022

I absolutely enjoyed this course on project planning, fundamental insights were beautifully provided by Rowena. Straight to the point.

By HESHAM A H

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Feb 25, 2024

it was fun , very helpful and practical course , i enjoyed learning this course as part of the google project management certificate

By Muhammad F W

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May 9, 2023

The course was well organized, clear and easy to follow and the instructor was very knowledgeable with excellent presentation skills

By Luís M

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Oct 20, 2022

Super informative and easy to o understand. It takes work to complete, but once you get through, you can plan a project effectively.

By JAI P P

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Jun 18, 2022

Excellent feeling after completing this course. Thanks Google as well as Coursera for changing the lifes of people around the globe.

By S P A

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Jul 31, 2021

Very thoughtfully prepared , loved the way its presented. The quality compared to many other coursera courses is amazing. Thank you!

By Alexandra D L

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Jun 24, 2021

Amazing course!! learned a lot about the planning phase, communication and risk management plans, great focused and practical course

By Philip T

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Feb 10, 2024

Really getting into the meat and potatoes of project management with this course. A lot of good information and was presented well.

By KRP1 j

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Jul 31, 2023

It was great experience even after having good practical experience But systematic way is very well explained.

good work by the TEAM

By Dramani N

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Oct 15, 2022

The contents of the course are well structured and delivered by experts which makes it fun and inspires me to complete the course.

By Silvia L V

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Mar 18, 2022

I love this training, the content, activities, flow, everything! I am taking some good practices to implement them right away! WOW!

By nadia c

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Oct 13, 2023

Very enriching. A lot of what I have learned in this course can be applicable in day to day life to make the most out of our time.

By Jeanette N

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Jun 13, 2023

I absolutely loved how I was able to tie in everything I learned into the Project Plan. Really glad I decided to take this course!

By Nabil H

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Nov 2, 2022

Hi, this course really helps me, and this by examples, to have a reliable and profitable tool to manage my project. thanks Google.

By Richard R

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Jul 24, 2022

I learn so many things about project planning, especially about the risk management and how to create a better communication plan.

By Valentina V

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Jul 7, 2022

I have learnt so much with this course. So much valuable information about project planning, effective communication and bugeting.

By Zhansulu A

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Apr 29, 2022

Excellent materials and the structure. easy to digest, easy to remember and practice as well. Love Google and everything you do :)

By Shelia M

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Oct 17, 2022

Much; Much easier to understand the process of why things are organized and taught to us in the way the curriculum iis designed.

By Alice V

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Nov 28, 2021

I really liked the practical approach of this course, and how I now have a portfolio of docuemnts and models that I can revert to

By Deepak R C

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Apr 28, 2021

This course really helps in starting a project. It covers all the things we need to do in order to successfully plan our project.

By Dawn L

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Dec 5, 2022

There was alot to learn here . I like that I can save all the templates . I enjoyed working on my resume and Linked in page too.