Welcome to the BUworks Training Overview and Resources page. This page is organized based on the assumption that you need help for one of the following reasons:
I am New to BU
You are new to Boston University and need to develop a foundational understanding of BUworks. If this describes you, we recommend that you start here.
I Have a New Business Role
You have been working at the University for a while and have been assigned a new business role for which you need help (documentation, etc.) or training. Sound like you? If so, start here.
I Need Detailed Instructions or a Quick Reminder
You perform a task in BUworks infrequently and need a refresher on how to perform a task or to understand a particular process. If so, read on.
There are several ways to learn about Boston University business processes and associated BUworks transactions. Depending upon the information you seek, your learning style, and the time you have available, you may find one or more of the resources described below is appropriate to your needs.
Process Guides
The Process Guides, which include both videos and process flow diagrams, are a great way to explore BU administrative processes and associated BUworks tools. Videos provide brief navigational and conceptual background information for these topics:
- BUworks Navigation
- Using the Worklist
- Using Employee Self-Service
- Using Manager Self-Service
Process Flow diagrams show the sequence of transactions and give context to the detailed work instructions. Topics include:
- Time Management
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Ordering Goods and Services
- Business Warehouse Reporting
Instructor-led Hands-on Training Workshops
Beyond the learning you can do independently using the Process Guides and the Document Library, we offer a number of instructor-led workshops in Finance, Sourcing & Procurement, HR, and Business Warehouse reporting. These sessions typically run for one and one half to two and one half hours and are offered on a regular basis on both campuses.
This page contains descriptions and a registration link for each of the BUworks instructor-led workshops.
