The MSBO Business Manager Academy (BMA) is designed for those who want to gain in-depth, practical, “hands-on” working knowledge in school finance. MSBO has partnered with skilled past and present business managers to share their knowledge and experience in school finance. Coupled with individual mentoring opportunities, the program will assist participants in their positions, and as part of an overall school district administrative team. The 2024-25 Business Manager Academy begins August 2025 and runs through June 2026.
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The deadline to apply for the program is July 31, 2025.
The 2025-26 Business Manager Academy will be held with two options:
- Virtual – (Meet twice a month from August-June – 3 hours each meeting) • View Agenda
- Hybrid – (Genesee Career Institute – August-November: Meet in person once a month from 9 am – 3 pm; December-February: Meet virtually twice a month from 9 am – noon; March-June: Meet in person once a month from 9 am – 3 pm.) • View Agenda
Scholarships Available
Deadline for scholarships is July 15, 2025.
Multiple scholarships have been granted for each Business Manager Academy site for 2025-26. In addition to the Applicant Criteria, district financial information will be used to assess the need. Criteria considered: Early Warning District; Percentage of Disadvantaged Students; Percentage of Fund Balance (last completed year); Negative Enrollment Trends. Priority will also be given based on experience as the lead school business official in the school district. Be sure to check the box on the application if you wish to be considered for a scholarship.
MSBO certification credit is available, and college credit may be available. SCECHs will be awarded pending approval.
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