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CourseraIBM Project Manager
4.8(5,767)83k studentsBEGINNEREnglish
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A structured path into IT project management
The IBM Project Manager Professional Certificate is a beginner-level program built around the core discipline of running projects: project planning, risk management, and both traditional and Agile project management approaches. It leans into the people side of the job too, with dedicated coverage of stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
Who it's for
Because it's positioned as prep for a CAPM-style certification and pairs project fundamentals with IT management context, it suits anyone aiming at project coordinator or junior PM roles inside technology teams, with no prior project experience required.
Key takeaways
- Both waterfall and Agile methodology frameworks, not just one
- Practical stakeholder and risk management, not just theory
- An IT-specific lens on generalist project management skills
With over 83,000 students enrolled, it's a well-trodden route for career-changers looking for a credential-backed way into project management.
About this course
Prepare for a career as an IT project manager. Build job-ready skills and prepare for the CAPM certification exam. No prior experience required. Enroll for free.
Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Building, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, IT Management, Information Technology, Project Planning.
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