Introduction to Governmental Budgeting
Total Credits: 2 including 2 Finance - Technical
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- Categories:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Yellow Book | Accounting and Auditing
- Faculty:
- Alex Romero, CPA
- Course Levels:
- Basic
- Duration:
- 2 Hours
- License:
- Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.
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.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- 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
Major Subjects
- Budgeting
- Accounting & Auditing
- Yellowbook
Course Materials
| IMPORTANT CPE Credit Instructions Read Before Webcast Updated 2025 (434.2 KB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| Introduction to Governmental Budgeting Handout (2.7 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
Faculty
Alex Romero, CPA Related Seminars and Products
Governmental A&A Training Facilitator
Galasso Learning Solutions, LLC
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!
Dates
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Fri, Apr 25, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:47am CDT
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Thu, May 08, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:47am CDT
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Tue, May 20, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:47pm CDT
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Tue, Jun 03, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:47pm CDT
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:47am CDT
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Thu, Jul 10, 2025 - 06:00pm to 07:47pm CDT
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Wed, Jul 30, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:47pm CDT
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Wed, Aug 13, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:47pm CDT
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Fri, Aug 29, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:47am CDT
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Tue, Sep 09, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:47am CDT
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Tue, Sep 30, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:47pm CDT
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Fri, Oct 03, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:47pm CDT
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Fri, Oct 24, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:47am CDT
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Thu, Nov 06, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:47am CST
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:47pm CST
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Tue, Dec 02, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:47pm CST
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Tue, Dec 09, 2025 - 06:00pm to 07:47pm CST
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:47am CST
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Mon, Jan 12, 2026 - 12:00pm to 01:47pm CST
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Fri, Jan 23, 2026 - 02:00pm to 03:47pm CST
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Fri, Feb 06, 2026 - 08:00am to 09:47am CST
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Wed, Feb 25, 2026 - 10:00am to 11:47am CST
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Tue, Mar 10, 2026 - 06:00pm to 07:47pm CDT
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Wed, Mar 25, 2026 - 02:00pm to 03:47pm CDT
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Mon, Apr 06, 2026 - 08:00am to 09:47am CDT
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Fri, Apr 24, 2026 - 10:00am to 11:47am CDT
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Prerequisites NoneAdvanced Preparation None
Designed For
Accounting Professionals
Original Recording Date 03/2025
Yellow Book Yes
Course Developer Galasso Learning Solutions
Date Added to Catalog 2/2025
Additional Information
Complaint Resolution PolicyPlease contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement
Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org
Instructional Delivery Method
Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements
Online Registration
Refund/Cancellation Policy
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