Practical MIP® bootcamp for real-world users
MCG MIP® Foundations Bootcamp
Build core MIP® skills across navigation, transactions, reporting, and budgeting in one focused training experience.
Important: MIP® Foundations Bootcamps are offered in both Classic and Modern versions. Please register for the version that matches your MIP® environment.
What to expect
- A practical foundation in MIP Accounting® focused on everyday workflows and core system use.
- Separate Classic and Modern bootcamps so attendees get training aligned with the version they actually use.
- Alternating monthly sessions, with Classic and Modern offered on a rotating monthly schedule.
Choose the Right Bootcamp Version
MIP® Foundations Bootcamps are offered in two separate versions so your training matches the interface and workflows your team uses. Please confirm whether your organization uses Classic or Modern before registering.
MIP® Foundations Bootcamp - Classic
Designed for users working in the Classic version of MIP. Classic sessions alternate monthly with Modern as the schedule continues.
MIP® Foundations Bootcamp - Modern
Designed for users working in the Modern version of MIP. Modern sessions alternate monthly with Classic as the schedule continues.
Important: These are separate bootcamps. To make sure you receive the most relevant training, please purchase the version that matches your MIP® platform.
Not ready for a full bootcamp?
Explore our Lunch & Learns for focused, shorter sessions that target specific MIP® topics.
Looking for a more complete training path?
Bundle Lunch & Learns with our Foundations Bootcamp for a structured learning experience that builds over time.
Overview
The MCG MIP® Foundations Bootcamp is designed to help users build a strong working foundation in MIP Accounting®. This session covers system structure, navigation, transaction workflows, reporting, and budgeting with a practical focus on how MIP® is actually used day to day. Separate Classic and Modern offerings ensure attendees receive training aligned with the version they use.
Built for practical application
This bootcamp focuses on real workflows, not abstract theory, so attendees can apply what they learn immediately in their own MIP® environment.
Designed for stronger efficiency
From offsets and allocations to memorized entries and reporting tools, the session highlights ways to save time and reduce manual effort.
Structured for complete foundation building
Attendees gain a broad understanding of how MIP® works across key areas so they leave with stronger confidence and clearer system understanding.
Need a stronger MIP® foundation?
This bootcamp helps users move beyond basic familiarity and into confident, efficient day-to-day use, in either Classic or Modern.
Best fit for: New MIP® users, developing users, and teams that want stronger consistency across transactions, reporting, and budgeting.
Learning Objectives
Each bootcamp is designed to give attendees practical, real-world MIP® skills they can apply immediately, with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and confident system use.
Understand MIP® fundamentals
Build a clear understanding of MIP® structure, navigation, modules, chart of accounts, access options, and support resources.
Process transactions efficiently
Learn proper transaction flow, entry methods, standards, best practices, and built-in efficiency tools such as offsets, allocations, and memorized entries.
Create and interpret reports
Generate, customize, and understand key financial reports, transaction reports, and core financial statements within MIP.
Build and manage budgets
Use MIP® budgeting tools for entry, revisions, forecasting, and analysis, including worksheet, import, and memorized budget options.
What the Bootcamp Covers
This session brings together foundational concepts and practical workflows so attendees leave with a well-rounded understanding of how to work effectively in MIP.
System structure and navigation
Covers what MIP® is, access options, modules and functionality, chart of accounts, segment types, navigation, and help and support resources.
Transaction flow and efficiencies
Explores transaction flow, transaction differences, best practices, entry efficiencies, offsets, distribution codes, memorized entries, and account code combinations.
Core reports and financial statements
Reviews reporting basics, report differences, transaction reports, expanded general ledger, trial balance, statement formats, and key financial statements.
Budget entry, revisions, and forecasting
Covers budgeting terminology, versions, revisions, worksheet entry, imports, memorized budgets, forecasting, and custom columns for dates and calculations.
Executive view and account security
Introduces executive view and account-level security so users better understand access, visibility, and how information is controlled in MIP.
Resources and next steps
Closes with recap resources, Q&A, and guidance on how attendees can continue building MIP® knowledge after the session.
Speaker
Learn from an experienced MIP® professional focused on helping organizations use the system more effectively in real-world financial operations.
Dennis McGovern
Dennis McGovern is the Managing Partner of McGovern Consulting Group and a recognized expert in MIP Accounting®, with over 20 years of experience supporting nonprofit and government organizations. He specializes in MIP® implementation, optimization, reporting, and training, helping organizations improve financial processes and system efficiency. He also leads educational initiatives, including free MIP® training programs, to expand access to practical financial expertise.
Practical instruction from an MIP® expert
Dennis brings deep MIP® experience with a teaching style grounded in workflows users can apply immediately.
Focus areas: Implementation, optimization, reporting, training, process improvement, and real-world MIP® usage across nonprofit and government organizations.
Register for the Right Bootcamp
Please select the version that matches your MIP® environment. Boot camps alternate monthly between Classic and Modern, and each registration is version-specific.
Select a Classic Session
Choose this option if your organization uses the Classic version of MIP. Classic sessions alternate monthly with Modern as the schedule continues.
Select a Modern Session
Choose this option if your organization uses the Modern version of MIP. Modern sessions alternate monthly with Classic as the schedule continues.
Reminder: If you are unsure which version you use, confirm that first before purchasing so you register for the correct bootcamp.