The 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 2024 and runs through June 2025.
There will be two learning options:
The 2024-25 Business Manager Academy will be:
Virtual – (Meet twice a month – 3 hours each meeting)
Hybrid – (Genesee Career Institute – Meet once a month for 6 hours August-October and March-June. Meet twice a month for 3 hours virtually November-February. )
MSBO certification credit is available and college credit may be available. SCECHs will be awarded pending approval.
Investing in MSBO Members Scholarships
Multiple scholarships have been granted for each Business Manager Academy site for 2024-25. 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.
Click Here to download the application for the 2024-25 Business Manager Academy. Application Deadline: July 31, 2024. Your application must be submitted by July 15, 2024 to be eligible for scholarship consideration.