What is Primavera P6 EPPM Earned Value Management Fundamentals?

Primavera P6 is a project and portfolio management software launched by Oracle. It is a powerful tool used to manage the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to completion. Primavera P6 EPPM (Enterprise Project Portfolio Management) integrates cost and schedule control, helping organisations prioritise, plan, and execute projects effectively. 

Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential for professionals looking to improve project outcomes and advance their careers. It is ideal for project managers, planners, schedulers, and analysts who want to enhance their ability to manage complex projects, monitor performance, and reduce risk. 

This 1-day Primavera P6 EPPM Earned Value Management Fundamentals course provides delegates with an overview of Primavera P6, EVM reporting, project navigation, and baseline change control. Delegates will learn to use Primavera software to create project layouts, build work breakdown structures (WBS), and apply earned value management techniques for improved project performance. 

 

Course Objectives 

 

  • To introduce delegates to Primavera P6 EPPM and its applications 

  • To provide a comprehensive understanding of Earned Value Management principles 

  • To equip delegates with the skills needed to navigate project pages and workspaces 

  • To demonstrate how to create and manage project layouts and WBS 

  • To teach effective use of Enterprise Project Structure (EPS) for organising projects 

  • To enable delegates to enter actual dates, costs, and issues within Primavera P6 

  • To illustrate how to generate S-curve charts for Earned Value Reporting 

  • To prepare delegates for practical application of Primavera P6 in real-world scenarios 

After completing this course, delegates will be able to effectively use Primavera P6 for earned value reporting, project planning, and resource management. They will have the confidence to oversee complex projects, contribute to organisational success, and advance their careers in project management. 

Course Outline

Primavera P6 EPPM Earned Value Management Fundamentals

Module 1: Navigation 

  • Primavera P6 Overview 

  • Logging In 

  • Dashboards, Portfolios, Projects and Resources Tabs 

  • Project Workspaces 

  • Navigating the Project Pages 
     

Module 2: Earned Value Management Fundamentals 

  • Purpose and Benefits of EVM Reporting 

  • Importance of Baseline Change Control Processes 

  • Control Accounts and Work Packages 
     

Module 3: Setting up a P6 Project Schedule for EVM Reporting 

  • Building the WBS for Earned Value Management 

  • Creating Layouts for Earned Value Management 

  • Using WBS Milestones for Objective Earned Value Management 

  • Setting up Labor, Non-Labor and Material Resource 
     

Module 4: Baselining the Project Ready for Earned Value Reporting 

  • Creating a Baseline 

  • Working with Baselines 

  • Maintain and Assign Baselines Feature 

  • Baseline and Variance Columns 
     

Module 5: Project Structures 

  • Enterprise Project Structure (EPS) 

  • Modifying the EPS 

  • Organisational Breakdown Structure (OBS) 
     

Module 6: Project Creation 

  • Project Calendars 

  • Working with Calendars 

  • Creating a New Project 
     

Module 7: Managing Project Status 

  • Data Date and Status Process Overview 

  • Entering Actual Dates and Costs 

  • Recalculating for an Updated Forecast 
     

Module 8: Earned Value Reporting 

  • Layouts to Produce Gantt Charts Reports with EV Metrics 

  • P6 Professional Reports View to Export Data for Excel Reporting 

  • Cumulative Time-Phased Reports to create S, P, and A S-Curve Charts 
     

Module 9: Project Analysis 

  • Overview of Analysis 

  • Working with Check Schedule 

  • Adjusting the Project Schedule 

  • Analysing Resource Availability 

  • Entering Issues 
     

Module 10: Progressing the Project 

  • Introduction to Project Execution 

  • Status Update Methods 

  • Using Progress Spotlight 

  • Progressing Activity Status 

  • Rescheduling the Project 
     

Module 11: Reporting and Exporting 

  • Printing and Print Preview 

  • Publishing Activities 

  • Export and Importing 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who should attend this course?

This course is ideal for project managers, planners, schedulers, and analysts aiming to enhance their skills in using Primavera P6 for effective project management and earned value analysis. 

Q. Do I need prior experience with Primavera P6?

No prior experience with Primavera P6 is required. This course is suitable for both beginners and those wanting to strengthen their project management skills.

Q. How long is the Primavera P6 EPPM Earned Value Management Fundamentals course?

The course is conducted over one day, providing a focused and comprehensive introduction to Primavera P6 and Earned Value Management techniques. 

Q. What certification will I receive after completing the course?

Delegates will receive a certificate of completion, recognising their understanding of Primavera P6 EPPM and their ability to apply earned value management techniques in project environments. 

Q. What skills will I gain from this course?

Delegates will gain skills in project navigation, creating project layouts, building work breakdown structures, and applying earned value management to monitor performance, ensuring project success and effective cost control. 

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