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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.

Dates
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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

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

Fri, Apr 25, 2025 - 07:00am to 08:47am MDT
Thu, May 08, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:47am MDT
Tue, May 20, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:47pm MDT
Tue, Jun 03, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:47pm MDT
Mon, Jun 23, 2025 - 07:00am to 08:47am MDT
Thu, Jul 10, 2025 - 05:00pm to 06:47pm MDT
Wed, Jul 30, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:47pm MDT
Wed, Aug 13, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:47pm MDT
Fri, Aug 29, 2025 - 07:00am to 08:47am MDT
Tue, Sep 09, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:47am MDT
Tue, Sep 30, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:47pm MDT
Fri, Oct 03, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:47pm MDT
Fri, Oct 24, 2025 - 07:00am to 08:47am MDT
Thu, Nov 06, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:47am MST
Fri, Nov 21, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:47pm MST
Tue, Dec 02, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:47pm MST
Tue, Dec 09, 2025 - 05:00pm to 06:47pm MST
Mon, Dec 22, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:47am MST
Mon, Jan 12, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:47pm MST
Fri, Jan 23, 2026 - 01:00pm to 02:47pm MST
Fri, Feb 06, 2026 - 07:00am to 08:47am MST
Wed, Feb 25, 2026 - 09:00am to 10:47am MST
Tue, Mar 10, 2026 - 05:00pm to 06:47pm MDT
Wed, Mar 25, 2026 - 01:00pm to 02:47pm MDT
Mon, Apr 06, 2026 - 07:00am to 08:47am MDT
Fri, Apr 24, 2026 - 09:00am to 10:47am MDT

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Prerequisites None
Advanced 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

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Official Registry Statement

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Instructional Delivery Method

Group Internet Based


Course Registration Requirements

Online Registration


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