MED 565 School Financial Management

This course provides an overview of planning and fiscal management models and tools appropriate for public school management. Specifically, it is designed to help future administrators understand the legal and philosophical issues associated with school finance and business operations. Federal, state, and local school financing; school budgets; and business methods of accounting will be addressed. Students will engage in simulated financial planning and management activities, as well as participate in a school financial planning/management process. (3 credits)