Financial Management
October 16 - October 19, 2012
Tulsa, OK
Course Description
This course covers the administrative requirements that pertain to the use of Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funds distributed to tribes and tribal housing programs in accordance with the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA). During this course, students will learn how to develop financial planning strategies for a tribal housing program, the basics of developing an operational budget for a tribal housing program, and how to budget for various projects under NAHASDA. Students will discuss the skills required to perform the responsibilities related to sound financial management and the methods for complying with 24 CFR Part 85, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars A-87, and A-133–all of which govern tribal housing finances. Students will also participate in skill building exercises and case studies.
Objectives
- Provide an overview of the business environment and operation and relevance to financial management.
- Present an overview of concepts and basics of financial management.
- Increase the understanding of management functions, job roles and responsibilities in the field of finance.
- Improve capabilities and proficiency of job skills in the performance of financial functions of the local housing entity.
- Provide for a forum of technical assistance and group (peer) assistance by sharing experiences.
Who Should Attend?
Housing finance officers, housing finance managers, accountants, accountant technicians, bookkeepers, controllers, executive directors, deputy directors, housing managers, and other interested housing staff. Housing committee members and housing board members are also encouraged to attend.