[0:00]Hello, my name is Paul and I'm a product manager at Google. And it's my pleasure to welcome you to the first module of this course, Introduction to Project Management. In this course, we're going to explore what project management is, what a project manager does, and how you can manage projects successfully. Project management is a growing field. Demand for project managers is on the rise globally across a number of industries. In fact, the Project Management Institute estimates that employers will need to fill 2.3 million project oriented roles each year through 2030. In this program, we'll give you the tools you need to succeed in this high-growth field, no matter your background. Over the next few weeks, you'll learn about the project life cycle, discover popular project management methodologies, and practice essential skills like communication, problem solving, and stakeholder management. By the end of this program, you'll be ready to take on an entry-level project manager role. Most importantly, you'll be prepared to apply the project management process to real-world projects. Throughout the course, you'll hear from experienced project managers at Google, and you'll get a behind the scenes look at how Google manages projects. This program will give you a strong foundation in project management. So let's get started. Dive into our first module, Introduction to Project Management.