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    Google

    Foundations of Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Organizational Structure, Project Management, Project Coordination, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Waterfall Methodology, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Project Scoping, Project Closure, Project Management, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Controls, Backlogs, Milestones (Project Management), Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Agile Methodology, Change Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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    4.8
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Howard University

    Project Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Project Closure

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Coaching, Team Management, Organizational Change, Problem Solving, Influencing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Supplier Management, Project Schedules, Project Closure, Engineering Management, Milestones (Project Management), Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Procurement, Quality Management, Team Management, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Project Scoping, Project Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communications

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Virtual Teams, Scheduling, Conflict Management, Project Schedules, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Teamwork, Project Management Office (PMO), Procurement, Project Coordination, Kanban Principles, Performance Measurement, Risk Management, Communication, Planning, Budgeting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    596 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, IT Management, Project Management, Project Coordination, Information Technology, Project Risk Management, Agile Project Management, Project Implementation, Project Management Life Cycle, Relationship Management, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project Management Principles and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Estimation, Conflict Management, Quality Management, Change Control, Project Management, Timelines, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Peer Review, Budgeting, Scheduling, Risk Management

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Project Management and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Work Breakdown Structure, Earned Value Management, Configuration Management, Project Portfolio Management, Negotiation, Communication Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Project Controls, Project Implementation, Product Roadmaps, Scheduling, Project Planning, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Engineering Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Communication Planning, Cost Management, Engineering Management, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Scheduling, Team Management, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Procurement, Project Risk Management, Project Documentation, Project Management, Planning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Project Implementation, Earned Value Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management, Program Management, Conflict Management, Project Coordination, Milestones (Project Management), Resource Utilization, Resource Planning, Project Documentation, Leadership

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Columbia University

    Construction Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Construction, Building Information Modeling, Environment Health And Safety, Project Schedules, Lean Methodologies, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management, Engineering Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Sustainability Standards, Contract Management, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Risk Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular project management courses

  • Foundations of Project Management: Google
  • Google Project Management: Google
  • Project Management Essentials: Howard University
  • Agile Project Management: Google
  • Project Management: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft Project Management: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Project Management : IBM
  • Project Management Principles and Practices: University of California, Irvine
  • Project Management and Planning: Johns Hopkins University
  • Engineering Project Management: Rice University

Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

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Project Management (30)
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Modeling (17)
Analytics (16)
Human Resources (16)
Decision-making (15)
Change Management (14)
Innovation (14)
Negotiation (14)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Project Management

Browse the project management courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Foundations of Project Management: Google
  • Project Management Essentials: Howard University
  • Agile Project Management: Google
  • Introduction to Project Management: IBM‎

Think about whether you’re just getting started, aiming for a certification (like CAPM or PMP), or applying project management in a specific industry like tech or construction.

  • For a career-focused foundation, try the Google Project Management Professional Certificate, which includes hands-on projects and helps prepare you for the CAPM exam.
  • For a university-led, theory-to-practice approach, consider the Introduction to Project Management Principles and Practices Specialization from UC Irvine.
  • If you’re focused on Agile or Scrum, explore Agile Project Management from Google or Scrum Master Certification from LearnQuest.‎

These beginner-friendly courses are ideal for learners new to project management and require no prior experience:

  • Google Project Management Professional Certificate – Covers project planning, risk management, Agile, and communication.
  • Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management by the University of Virginia – An academic, introductory-level course.
  • Project Management Principles by Microsoft – A practical overview of tools and lifecycle stages. ‎
  • A course covers a focused topic, such as Budgeting and Scheduling Projects.
  • A Specialization is a series of courses that build broad mastery—for example, the Project Management Principles and Practices Specialization.
  • A Professional Certificate prepares you for job roles or certification exams, and often includes applied projects and job-ready skills—like the Google Project Management Certificate or IBM IT Project Manager Certificate.‎

Take our quick quiz to identify the course that best matches your experience level and goals—whether you’re exploring agile practices, team leadership, risk management, or certifications like PMP® or Google Project Management. Take the quiz to find your ideal starting point.

Looking to compare options first? Use ChatGPT to explore and compare top-rated project management courses based on your learning needs.‎

Yes. You can start learning project management on Coursera for free in two ways:

  • Preview the first module of many project management courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in project management, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid. ‎

Project management courses teach you how to plan, organize, and lead projects. You can learn how to manage timelines, budgets, risks, and teams. Some courses also introduce tools like Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project.‎

The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) is an entry-level certification from the Association for Project Management that covers key project management concepts like planning, risk, and communication. It’s designed for those new to project work. Courses like Introduction to Project Management Principles and Practices from UCI on Coursera can help you build a strong foundation.‎

An AI-driven project management certification validates your ability to apply artificial intelligence tools and data-driven insights to improve project planning, risk management, and decision-making. It’s ideal for professionals looking to integrate AI into traditional project workflows. Courses like Generative AI For Project Managers from IBM on Coursera can help you build practical skills in this emerging area.‎

A digital project management certification demonstrates your ability to lead and deliver projects in digital environments, including web, app, and software development. It covers agile methods, stakeholder communication, and digital tools. Courses like Google Project Management Professional Certificates on Coursera offer practical training and a shareable certificate.‎

Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) are tools used to measure project performance by integrating scope, schedule, and cost data. They help track progress and forecast project outcomes using metrics like Planned Value, Earned Value, and Actual Cost. You can learn these concepts in courses like Project Management Principles and Practices from UCI on Coursera.‎

The PRINCE2 Practitioner certification validates your ability to apply the PRINCE2 project management methodology in real-world scenarios. It’s aimed at professionals managing projects in structured environments. While PRINCE2-specific prep is available through official channels, courses like Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management from the University of Virginia on Coursera can help you build core project skills aligned with PRINCE2 principles.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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