Receive a strong introduction to the federal budgeting process. Participants walk away with an understanding of what a budget is, how a budget is prepared, the composition of the federal budget and the role of federal financial professionals. Gain an understanding of how key legislation is changing, how the federal budget is developed and executed, and the resulting impact on the nation's financial and program resources.
Cover concepts and terms, valuable techniques for estimating costs, key characteristics of program budgets, types of appropriations and funding issues. Learn techniques for estimating staff salaries, travel and other costs with confidence and provide valuable assistance in constructing and executing operating budgets. Leave with a clear understanding of the definition and purpose of your agency's operating budget.
Federal personnel who would benefit from an overview of the federal budget process and the procedures for formulating, justifying and executing their organizations' budgets. Level: Basic.
Syllabus:
Syllabus -- Federal Budgeting for Non-Budget Personnel, BUDG7000D, Grad. School, USDA
