Webcast: Introduction to Governmental Budgeting

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Description

The introduction to governmental budgeting course is an overview of the typical timeline and process a government uses when creating their annual budget. Topics covered include the basics of governmental budgeting; establishing priorities for the budget; the common steps and timeline of the budget process; what, when, and how we should be monitoring the budget throughout the year; and how long-term budgets fit in with the annual budget process.

Credits

Number of Credits Type of Credits
2.00 Finance

Objectives

Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:

  • Recall the basics of governmental budgeting and the development of the budget priorities
  • Recognize the steps involved in creating the annual government budget
  • Identify what, when and how to monitor the budget throughout the year
  • Recognize the importance of long-term budgeting for a government and communicating the budget message

Prices

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$89.00
Non-Member (Early Bird)
$129.00
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$89.00
Non-Member
$129.00
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Instructors

Alexandria Romero, CPA

With nearly two decades of expertise in governmental and nonprofit accounting, Alex helps facilitate the development of governmental training programs for Galasso Learning Solutions. Her engaging presentation style, passion for connecting with attendees, and ability to make complex topics accessible have made her a sought-after educator in the field.

Prior to joining GLS, Alex worked for several governmental entities, served as an auditor for a public accounting firm, and earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Accounting from Colorado State University. Her contributions to the accounting field have been widely recognized, including being named one of the Top 50 Women in Accounting (2022, 2023) and receiving the AICPA’s Outstanding Young CPA Award in 2022.

Alex serves on AICPA Council and is a member of the Governmental Performance Accountability Committee. She previously served on the Emerging Professional Initiative Committee of the AICPA. She is currently serving as the Vice President of the Educational Foundation Board of Trustees for the Colorado Society of CPAs and is a member of their Young Professional Council. Alex loves Disney and running so in January 2024, she completed the 48.6 mile Dopey Challenge at Walt Disney World!

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