0219 - Finance 101 - Budgets and Fiscal Management

Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Leadership Development Programs

Local governments rely on sound budgeting and fiscal management for decision making and operations. Clerks fill various roles and responsibilities in the budget process and in the daily financial management of the local government. This class will give you an opportunity to take a look at basic principles, practices, and sources of financing for local governments; understanding the budget process (timelines, legal requirements, and so on); definitions and fundamentals of budgeting and accounting principles and the politics of the budgeting process; and understanding the billing and collection practices for local government.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

Georgia Certified Clerk Certificate Program : Required Courses