Objective
This series addresses major MSU financial processes and procedures essential to unit business operations. It provides participants with key information and resources applicable in their current or prospective jobs.
Target Audience
All employees who wish to learn new or update their existing financial administration skills.
What Participants Will Learn
- MSU accounting terminology, procedures and practices
- How and when to use key forms
- Essential payroll procedures, regulations, and practices
- Details and application of two additional financial administration procedures and practices
- How to use web-based resources
- Current rules and regulations related to selected topic areas
Value-added Benefits to Participants
- Opportunity to customize the program content to meet participants' interests and needs
- Networking opportunities with staff from across campus who have similar responsibilities
- Latest updates on regulations applicable to each specialty area
Required Courses
Additional Topics to Choose From
Note: Program offerings may vary each semester.
Participation and Certificate of Completion
To receive the certificate, participants must attend Accounting Procedures and Payroll Practices and Procedures (when available), plus two elective classes, for a total of four sessions. If the Payroll class is not available, participants must take Accounting Procedures plus three electives to earn the series certificate. It is recommended that all courses be taken during one academic year.
Employees who have completed the program requirements must contact Ms. Nancy Sanchez in Human Resource Development (phone: 517-884-0169; e-mail: sanchezn@hr.msu.edu) to request their Certificate of Completion.
Investment
There is no charge for the classes in this series at this time.
Enrollment
Participants must enroll in each individual class.