Primavera Rockstar - the Ultimate Guide to Oracle Primavera

10+ years of expertise packed into 60 short clips to learn a framework for mastering Project Planning and Progress in P6
What you'll learn:
A clear framework supported by examples and materials, covering all the main phases of the project lifecycle in Primavera P6: creation, planning and progress
Get familiar with the look & feel of P6, identifying key tabs, buttons, and functionalities, and perform the initial software setup
Create and properly configure a project; add WBS (Work Breakdown Structure); manage activities and related durations, and relationships
Deep dive into specific topics: Calendars, Constraints, Critical Path, Import-Export xer file and Excel file
Create resources (labor, non-labor, material), assign them to activities, and verify workload distribution
Assign expenses and analyze budget distribution across the activities
Save the baseline and simulate progress with different scenarios
Understand and analyze variances (Time, Resources, Cost), indexes (Earned Value, CPI, SPI), and charts (S-curves
Gain independence in configuring layouts, columns, filters, Group & Sort functions, codes, and print settings
Project Portfolio Management: how to configure and analyze the company portfolio
Explore optional advanced topics: Activity Steps, Import/Export Baseline, Global Change, Duration Type, Percent Complete Type, and Financial Periods
Requirements:
A strong desire to learn Primavera! And access to a PC
You can start from scratch, from a "patchwork" of knowledge about P6, or even from an advanced level if you want to consolidate your skills and boost your confidence
It is highly recommended to replicate what I demonstrate in the clips on your own Primavera installation. In one of the first clips, I will explain how to download and install the software
A basic understanding of project management theory is helpful for faster comprehension of some concepts, though not mandatory, as these concepts will be explained during the course
Description:
This course takes you through the complete project management process in Oracle Primavera P6-from project creation to plan and progress. With 60 concise clips averaging 8-9 minutes each, this course offers you the flexibility to learn at your own pace, adapting to your schedule and availability.You will gain a clear, practical framework, enriched with exercises, examples, and downloadable materials. This course is suitable for both beginners and intermediate users, providing straightforward instruction on the essential features of Primavera P6.The course is divided into 15 focused sections:Welcome - Introduction to the instructor, the course objectives, and key preliminary informationGetting Started - Learn how to install Primavera P6 (optional), explore the user interface, and set up PreferencesEPS, Project, WBS - Build the Enterprise Project Structure (EPS), create and configure Projects, and develop the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)Project Plan - Essential - Add activities, define dates and durations, set up relationships, and use different activity typesProject Plan - Exercises - Hands-on exercises for scheduling activities, importing/exporting XER and XLSX filesProject Plan - Advanced - Explore advanced topics like critical path, constraints, and calendars, plus tips for data management in Gantt and Table viewsResources Creation - Create and configure resources for labor, non-labor, and material, and add rolesResources Assignment & Workload - Assign resources to activities and analyze workload charts and spreadsheetsExpenses - Add expenses to activities and review budget distribution through charts and spreadsheetsLayout - Master the configuration of views, including columns, filters, groupings, activity codes, Gantt charts, and print settingsBaseline & Progress - Save baselines, track project progress, and analyze variances and indexes (including Earned Value, CPI, and SPI)Progress Examples - Work through examples simulating various progress scenarios (on schedule, delays, over-costs, etc.)Project Portfolio - Set up and analyze the portfolio tab to assess project performance across multiple projectsConclusion - A wrap-up of the training with final recommendationsExtra Track - Advanced Features - Explore optional advanced topics: Activity Steps, Export/Import Baselines, Global Change, Duration Type, Percent Complete Type, and Financial PeriodsBy the end of this course, you will have a strong command of Oracle Primavera P6.With the ability to efficiently create, plan, and track projects, you will be ready to confidently navigating the software and apply these skills in real-world scenarios.See you in the first lesson!
Who this course is for:
Professionals who want to adopt Primavera P6 for planning and controlling projects and mega-projects
Past participants in my courses have included Planners, Project Managers, Controllers, Engineers, and Architects, and also students and interns looking to advance their careers
Primavera P6 is widely adopted in industries such as Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Military & Defense, and Refining
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