Managing Resources and Finances

Summer 2019 > Education > EDUC.6220 > 061

Course No: EDUC.6220-061; SIS Class Nbr: 1014; SIS Term: 2850
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

This course will provide students with an understanding of the financial principles and budget management in the operation of our public schools. We will analyze economic and demographic data, review local/state and federal education budgets,examine the legal principles of school finance,review local, state and federal laws and policies on public education and evaluate case studies in the operation of public schools. Students will prepare budget documents, develop financial forecasts and prepare policy briefs on various topics related to school finance.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Pre-Requisite: M.ED and Ed.S matriculated only, or Permission of the Instructor.
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: David Troughton
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2019 Trimester: May 20 to Jul 28
  • Chat Hours: Thu 6-7pm*
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1410
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

*Chat Hours provide an opportunity for the instructor and students to communicate in "real time". It is an informative and interactive session where course related questions, answers, and discussions take place. While student attendance during chat hours is not required, it is highly recommended. Weekly chat sessions are archived for students who are not able to participate in the live chat sessions at the scheduled times.

Related Programs: Ed.S. in Administration, Planning & Policy, Ed.S. in Administration, Planning & Policy, M.Ed. in Education Administration, M.Ed. in Education Administration

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