Target Audiences: Intermediate (3-9 years of experience)
Category: Accounting & Auditing
The Central Ohio AGA is pleased to offer a review of the material covered by the CGFM Exam 1. While the session will help individuals be prepared to take the first examination, it is also designed for all financial management professionals who are interested in learning more about the governmental environment at the federal, state and local level.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
* Outline concepts and realities of public accountability
* Understand government organization at all levels
* Comprehend interaction among levels of government
* Understand what to tax and why
COURSE TOPICS INCLUDE:
* The organization and structure of government — federal, state and local
* Legal and other environmental aspects of the government
* Interrelationships among planning, programming, budgeting, operations, accounting, reporting and auditing
* Government financing process
* Public accountability
* Ethics in government
* Financial management responsibilities and skills