What is Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course?

The Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course is a specialised training designed for professionals looking to deepen their knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management (EPPM). Building on foundational skills, this course provides an in-depth exploration of advanced techniques and tools for managing complex projects and portfolios. 

Learners will develop expertise in handling sophisticated functionalities such as baselining, advanced resource management, critical path analysis, and portfolio performance evaluation. The course also covers advanced scheduling strategies, resource levelling options, and effective implementation practices, equipping participants to manage large-scale projects confidently and efficiently. 

This 2-Day Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course by Oakwood International empowers participants to optimise project outcomes through refined planning, execution, and analysis strategies. It is ideal for professionals aiming to maximise their impact in dynamic and challenging project environments.
 

Course Objectives
 

  • Master advanced Primavera P6 EPPM functionalities for efficient project management
  • Learn to customise dashboards for enhanced project visibility and reporting
  • Understand Earned Value Management principles to track performance effectively
  • Develop skills in multi-project scheduling and inter-project dependency management
  • Explore advanced techniques in resource levelling and allocation
  • Gain insights into risk analysis and mitigation within complex projects
  • Enhance decision-making through advanced analytics and reporting

Upon completion, participants will confidently utilise Primavera P6 EPPM to manage complex projects and portfolios, driving organisational success and achieving strategic goals efficiently.

Course Outline

Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course

Module 1: Implementation of P6 EPPM 

  • Principles of EPPM
  • Roles and Responsibilities
  • Goals and Objectives
  • Implementation
  • Needs Assessment
  • Communication
     

Module 2: Project Structures 

  • Enterprise Project Structures (EPS)
  • Working with the EPS
  • Creating Projects
  • Calendars
  • Adding Activities
  • Activity Types
  • Activity Durations
  • Working with Activities
  • Gantt Chart
  • Activity Codes
  • Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
  • WBS Example
     

Module 3: Relationships and Constraints 

  • Creating Relationships
  • Relationship Types
  • Adding Predecessor Relationships
  • Adding Successor Relationships
  • Viewing Activity Relationships
  • Constraints
  • Types of Constraints
     

Module 4: Baselines 

  • Introduction
  • Baselining the Project Plan
  • Creating Baselines
  • Assigning Baselines
  • Copying Baselines
  • Updating Baselines
     

Module 5: Roles and Resources 

  • Roles and Role Teams
  • Creating Roles
  • Resources
  • Assigning Resources to a Role
  • Assigning Roles to a Resource
  • Assigning Resources and Roles to Activities
  • Removing Roles from Activities
  • Assigning a Role Team to a Role
  • Assigning Rates to Roles
  • High-Level Resource Planning
  • What is Bucket Planning?
  • Future Period Bucket Planning
     

Module 6: Viewing Portfolio Performance 

  • Earned Value Analysis
  • Performing Earned Value Analysis
  • Calculating Earned Value using Resource Curves
  • Updating Progress
  • Performance Thresholds
     

Module 7: Viewing and Analysis Portfolios 

  • Portfolios
  • Creating Portfolios
  • Portfolio Scenarios
  • Creating Portfolio Views
  • Scorecards
  • Bubble Charts and Pie Charts
  • Histograms
  • Portfolio Analysis
  • Defining and Prioritising Business Drivers
  • Portfolio Analysis – Cost and Resources
     

Module 8: Managing Allocation 

  • Resource Allocation
  • Optimising the Project Plan
  • Shortening a Project Schedule
  • Scheduled Dates
  • Analysing Cost
  • Capacity Planning
     

Module 9: Resource Levelling and Advanced Scheduling 

  • Scheduling and Resource Management
  • Understanding Critical Path Analysis
  • Critical Path and P6 EPPM
  • Calculating a Schedule
  • Automatic Scheduling
  • Scheduling a Project
  • Schedule Options Dialog Box – Advanced Tab
  • Scheduling and Resource Management
  • Resource Levelling Options and Priorities
  • Definitions of Levelling Priority
  • Levelling Resources on Various Activities

Included

Included

  • No course includes are available.

Offered In This Course:

  • vedio Video Content
  • elearning eLearning Materials
  • exam Study Resources
  • certificate Completion Certificate
  • study Tutor Support
  • workbook Interactive Quizzes
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  • Live virtual classes led by experienced trainers, offering real-time interaction and guidance for optimal learning outcomes.

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  • Flexible learning at your own pace, with access to comprehensive course materials and resources available anytime, anywhere.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What topics are covered in the Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course?

The Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course covers advanced functionalities such as earned value management, resource levelling, critical path analysis, portfolio performance evaluation, and multi-project scheduling. 

Q. Who should take the Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course?

The Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course is ideal for experienced project managers, portfolio managers, resource managers, and PMO professionals seeking advanced skills in Primavera P6 EPPM. 

Q. What benefits does the Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course provide for professionals?

The Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course enhances participants' ability to manage complex projects, optimise resource utilisation, improve scheduling accuracy, and align project outcomes with strategic objectives. 

Q. How does the Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course help in managing project risks?

The Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course equips participants with advanced tools and techniques for risk analysis and mitigation, enabling them to identify potential challenges and develop strategies to ensure project success. 

Q. How will the Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course impact my career?

Mastering the Primavera P6 EPPM Advanced Course techniques can position you as an expert in project and portfolio management, opening opportunities for leadership roles and boosting your professional credibility.

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