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Google Project Management Certificate

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Secure a job in project management, with help from Google

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Get started in the high-growth field of project management with the Google Project Management certificate. Discover how to manage projects efficiently and effectively, using traditional and agile methods.

How it works

 

No relevant experience required

100% remote, online learning

Hands-on, practice-based training

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Project Management Certificate

6 courses | 240 hours

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Curriculum

About

This fully online program provides the skills you need for an entry-level job in project management, with no relevant experience required.

  • Estimating time and budgets
  • Running effective meetings and managing stakeholders
  • Identifying and managing risks
  • Applying Agile and Scrum frameworks
  • Leadership skills and navigating team dynamics

Curriculum

  • Foundations of Project Management
  • Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project
  • Project Planning: Putting it All Together
  • Project Execution: Running the Project
  • Agile Project Management
  • Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World
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4 out of 5 Google Career Certificate graduates report a positive career outcome (eg., new job, promotion, or raise) within 6 months*
*based on the program graduate survey, India, 2022.
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Qualify for in-demand jobs in project management

  • Project manager
  • Project coordinator
  • Operations associate
  • Program manager
  • Scrum master
  • Project associate
  • Technical project manager

Get on the fast track to in-demand jobs in technology and more

  • Complete the Google Project Management Certificate at your own pace.

  • Get your foot in the door with top employers, through the Google employer consortium.

Frequently asked questions

What is project management?

Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements.

Think about the last time you planned a group vacation or trip. Finding a location, delegating who should bring what, collecting and tracking payments, coordinating your arrival, and ensuring everyone enjoys the trip are all project management tasks. Think about the value that accomplishing those tasks adds to your trip. Now, think about the value that can add to a company. Project management is valuable to businesses because it helps ensure that a project delivers the expected outcomes — both on time and within budget. So, as you can imagine, project management is critical to the success of projects both big and small.

Why start a career in project management?

Project managers are in high demand. As the workplace continues to grow and evolve, project managers serve as a pivotal piece to an organization’s ability to adapt and remain agile.

Project managers are natural problem-solvers. In addition to setting the plan and guiding teammates through the project, they are tasked with managing changes and risks. Each day is dynamic and different for a project manager because they are at the center of the project — building relationships, prioritizing tasks, and delivering results! Using various tools and templates, as well as a unique skill set, the project manager brings order to chaos.

Who is this program for?

You! No prior experience or specific knowledge is required. All you need is an interest in solving problems and working with people.

Why enroll in the Google Project Management Certificate?

The Google Project Management Certificate not only focuses on project management artifacts and skill sets, but essential business acumen skills like stakeholder management, influencing, critical thinking in problem solving, and effective communication.You’ll learn these job-ready skills in our certificate program through interactive content (discussion prompts, quizzes, and hands-on activities) in under six months, with 5-10 hours of study a week. Along the way, you'll work through a curriculum designed with input from top employers and industry leaders, like the Project Management Institute (PMI) and Scrum.org.After you’ve graduated from the program, you’ll have access to career resources and be connected directly with employers hiring for open entry-level roles in project management.

What tools and platforms are taught in the curriculum?

Spreadsheets (e.g., Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, etc.), word processing applications (e.g., Google Docs, Microsoft Word, etc.), and presentation applications (e.g., Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote, etc.) will be used. Additionally, learners will have the option to use Asana and to learn about other common work management tools.

Will completing this certificate help prepare me for Project Management Institute certifications?

Project Management Institute (PMI) is a global nonprofit membership organization dedicated to advancing the profession and practice of project management by providing organizations and individuals with tools, publications, and other resources, including globally-recognized standards, credentials, and certifications.Google is an approved member of the Project Management Institute’s Authorized Training Partner Program, which ensures practitioners have access to consistent and high-quality training experiences. Those who complete the Google Project Management Certificate will qualify for over 100 hours of project management education that apply directly to requirements for globally-recognized PMI credentials, like the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification, at a discounted price.

How much does the Google Project Management Certificate cost?

In India, the subscription cost is $20 USD per month after an initial 7-day trial period at no cost. Google Career Certificates are completely self-paced, and many learners complete their Certificate in three to six months.

In other countries where Google Career Certificates are available, your cost may be lower. To see the exact cost in your local currency, please visit the Coursera page and view the enrollment options.

What is Coursera?

Coursera is a global online learning platform that offers access to online courses. Google has worked with Coursera to make Google Career Certificates available on their platform.

Where can I access Google Career Certificates?

Google Career Certificates are available globally in English on Coursera.

Who designed the Google Career Certificates?

Google Career Certificates were designed and built by subject-matter experts and senior practitioners at Google from each of the job fields. Every certificate has been created to equip learners with theoretical and practical knowledge and real-life problem-solving skills to be successful in an entry-level job. Expert industry organizations and platforms - like the Project Management Institute for project management, Tableau for data analytics, and Figma for UX design, to name a few - consulted and collaborated on material.