Taking a long-term view
Many CFOs and finance directors are so busy with daily firefighting that they lack time for the long view of financial management. Yet, actions today have direct, major consequences for your governmental entity 10 and even 20 years from now. We’ll provide an overview of why long-term financial planning is important and what its components are as well as what benefits it can deliver.
What you'll learn
- Learn what a long-term financial plan is and how it works within a governmental entity
- Understand the elements that make up the long-term financial planning process
- Identify the various roles needed to support long-term financial planning
- Recognize the sustainability and other benefits of long-term financial planning
Who should watch
- Elected officials for state and local governments
- Government administrators, department heads, finance officers, budget managers and budget analysts
- Citizens interested in how government finance affects a community