Training

This course covers the basic knowledge and skills needed for financial management at MIT.

The following online courses provide detailed information on how to use the B2P system. Each course takes approximately 10–30 minutes to complete (specific times noted below). 

• B2P: Basics
  Provides a general introduction to the MIT Buy-to-Pay (B2P) system for users new to B2P.
  Completion time: approximately 30 minutes

Complete B2P Basics before taking the following courses:

Available through the Atlas Learning Center.

Topics include:

• Overview of credit card transaction processes
• Navigating CyberSource EBC
• Searching for and viewing transactions
• Voiding transactions
• Managing soft declines
• Issuing credits (refunds)
• Monthly activities and reports

Completion Time: 20 minutes

Available through the Atlas Learning Center.

This course is intended for learners who verify Procurement Card transactions – also known as ProCard transactions – at MIT. This training course should take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Available through the Atlas Learning Center.

This course provides an introduction to requesting reimbursement via MIT's eRFP system.

Completion time: approximately 30 minutes.

Available through the Atlas Learning Center.

This course provides an introduction to requesting payment via MIT's eRFP system. Payment requests are used for low-dollar supplier payments, honoraria, prizes/awards, visa fees, and human subject payments.

Completion time: approximately 30 minutes.

Available through the Atlas Learning Center.

Are you looking to hire an individual to perform services at MIT? This course explains when a person can be hired as an independent contractor, when he/she must be hired as a temporary or permanent employee, and why.

All are welcome to attend. If you have questions about these sessions, contact your Budget Officer.

Zoom Link: https://mit.zoom.us/j/99465636466

Follow this link for a list of Budget Officers and their current areas of responsibility.

The NIMBUS submission deadline is Friday, February 28 

Wednesday, March 5, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This 3-hour hands-on course is intended for employees looking to enhance their Excel skills.

Topics (please see the attached outline for more details)

The VPF Tax team will host a virtual Tax Workshop on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (EST).

Audience: U.S. citizens, U.S. legal permanent residents, international students in the U.S. more than 5 years; international scholars in the U.S. more than 2 years

The hosts suggest students attend this workshop in advance of filing their 2024 tax returns.

Wednesday, March 12, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

This 3-hour hands-on course is intended for employees looking to enhance their Excel skills.

Topics (please see the attached outline for more details)

Wednesday, April 9, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

This 3-hour hands-on course is intended for employees looking to enhance their Excel skills.

Topics (please see the attached outline for more details)

• Working with Large Workbooks
• Advanced Formatting
• Outlining and Subtotals
• Cell and Range Names
• Tables
• Working with Charts

This class in not intended for users new to Excel. Completion of Excel: Introduction or similar familiarity with Excel basics is strongly encouraged. 

Thursday, April 17, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This 3-hour hands-on course is intended for employees looking to enhance their Excel skills.

Topics (please see the attached outline for more details)

• Working with Large Workbooks
• Advanced Formatting
• Outlining and Subtotals
• Cell and Range Names
• Tables
• Working with Charts

This class in not intended for users new to Excel. Completion of Excel: Introduction or similar familiarity with Excel basics is strongly encouraged. 

Wednesday, May, 14. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This 3-hour hands-on course is intended for employees looking to enhance their Excel skills.

Topics (please see the attached outline for more details)

• PivotTables
• PivotCharts
• Importing and Exporting Data
• Analytical Tools
• Working with Macros

This class in not intended for users new to Excel. Completion of Excel: Intermediate or similar familiarity with Excel is strongly encouraged. 

Thursday, May 22, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

This 3-hour hands-on course is intended for employees looking to enhance their Excel skills.

Topics (please see the attached outline for more details)

• PivotTables
• PivotCharts
• Importing and Exporting Data
• Analytical Tools
• Working with Macros

This class in not intended for users new to Excel. Completion of Excel: Intermediate or similar familiarity with Excel is strongly encouraged.