Registration will open soon on this new certificate program. Watch this space!
Through this professional certificate course, participants will learn the fundamentals of budgeting, how to develop budget plans, manage costs, use technology, and much more associated with successful budgeting in the admission office.
The basics:
- Intended audience: Postsecondary admission officers.
- Cost: $225 for NACAC members, $400 for nonmembers.
- Estimated completion time: Five weeks.
- Participants have six months to access and complete the course.
- Upon completion: A completion certificate and a digital badge.
Course description:
After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of budgeting: Gain a solid foundation in budgetary principles, including types of budgets, components of a budget, and the budgeting process in the higher education context.
- Develop budget plans: Learn to create effective and realistic budget plans that align with the strategic goals of the admission office and the broader institution.
- Managing costs: Understand and apply various strategies for cost control and expense management, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Use of technology: Explore the use of technology and tools in budget planning and monitoring, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
- Navigate challenges: Learn to identify and address common financial challenges in college admissions, such as fluctuating enrollment numbers and changing funding landscapes.
Registration options:
| Cohort | Start Date | Live Session #1 | Live Session #2 | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | Monday, June 10 | Monday, June 10 (11am – 1pm ET) |
Wednesday, July 10 (11am – 1pm ET) |
Coming Soon! |
PLEASE NOTE: Registration is limited. As of Aug. 1, 2023, all requests to switch cohorts, extend course access (by one month) or changes to course registrations will be subject to a $50 processing fee per person/per course. No refunds will be processed.
Cost:
- $225 for NACAC members*
- $400 for nonmembers
A 20 percent discount is available for offices of four or more participants. If your office would qualify for this discount, contact customer service for a promo code prior to registration.
*Unsure if you are a NACAC member? You may be eligible through your school or organization’s membership. Contact customer service for more information.
Questions?
For purchasing and billing questions, please email customerservice@nacacnet.org. For questions about the course, please email pd@nacacnet.org.
Program Director
Matthew Boyce serves as the Vice President for Enrollment at the University of Puget Sound, where he oversees the admissions and student financial services offices, as well as leading the institution’s student success efforts. Before joining Puget Sound in 2020, he spent nearly 10 years at George Mason University serving in admissions and enrollment-related roles. Early in Matt’s career, he spent years working in college access as a regional director for a non-profit in Boston where he truly grew his love and appreciation for supporting underserved and underrepresented student populations. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and philosophy from Villanova University, a master’s degree in education from Boston University, and a PhD in education with a concentration in higher education from George Mason University.
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