Strategic Government Budgeting: Tools for Long-Term Sustainability
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:
- Expires 30 day(s) after program date.
Description
This course equips participants with the tools and strategies needed to create sustainable, long-term budgets that align with policy goals and ensure fiscal responsibility. Participants will explore key budgeting frameworks, learn techniques for forecasting revenue and expenditures, and analyze scenarios to mitigate financial risks. The course incorporates practical exercises and case studies to provide hands-on experience with scenario planning, enhancing budget transparency and resilience. By the end of the session, attendees will have the knowledge and confidence to design and implement budgets that support long-term governmental priorities and strengthen financial stability.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- Recall budgeting frameworks and tools to improve long-term budgeting
- Recognize how to create multi-year budgets that ensure fiscal responsibility and align with long-range policy goals
- Identify ways to forecast revenue, plan expenditures, and analyze scenarios to manage financial risks and uncertainties
Major Subjects
- Forecasting & Budgeting
- Auditing & Accounting
- Yellowbook
Course Materials
| IMPORTANT CPE Credit Instructions Read Before Webcast Updated 2025 (434.2 KB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| Strategic Government Budgeting: Tools for Long-Term Sustainability Handout (3 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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Sat, May 24, 2025 - 9:00 AM to 9:57 AM EDT
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Tue, Jun 10, 2025 - 7:00 PM to 7:57 PM EDT
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Fri, Jun 27, 2025 - 1:00 PM to 1:57 PM EDT
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 - 3:00 PM to 3:57 PM EDT
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Tue, Jul 29, 2025 - 9:00 AM to 9:57 AM EDT
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Thu, Aug 14, 2025 - 7:00 PM to 7:57 PM EDT
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Wed, Aug 27, 2025 - 1:00 PM to 1:57 PM EDT
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Thu, Sep 11, 2025 - 3:00 PM to 3:57 PM EDT
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Tue, Sep 23, 2025 - 9:00 AM to 9:57 AM EDT
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Mon, Oct 13, 2025 - 11:00 AM to 11:57 AM EDT
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Mon, Oct 27, 2025 - 1:00 PM to 1:57 PM EDT
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Wed, Nov 05, 2025 - 3:00 PM to 3:57 PM EST
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Tue, Nov 25, 2025 - 9:00 AM to 9:57 AM EST
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 - 11:00 AM to 11:57 AM EST
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Sat, Dec 20, 2025 - 1:00 PM to 1:57 PM EST
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 - 7:00 PM to 7:57 PM EST
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Tue, Jan 13, 2026 - 9:00 AM to 9:57 AM EST
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Tue, Jan 27, 2026 - 11:00 AM to 11:57 AM EST
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Mon, Feb 09, 2026 - 1:00 PM to 1:57 PM EST
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Thu, Feb 26, 2026 - 7:00 PM to 7:57 PM EST
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Fri, Mar 06, 2026 - 9:00 AM to 9:57 AM EST
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Mon, Mar 23, 2026 - 11:00 AM to 11:57 AM EDT
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Mon, Apr 13, 2026 - 1:00 PM to 1:57 PM EDT
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Thu, Apr 23, 2026 - 3:00 PM to 3:57 PM EDT
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Prerequisites NoneAdvanced Preparation None
Designed For
Accounting Professionals
Original Recording Date 04/2025
Yellow Book Yes
Course Developer Galasso Learning Solutions
Date Added to Catalog 03/2025
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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