Introduction to governing finance for academy schools (B) - online

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This training event will provide those governing within an academy trust with an introduction into academy finances, looking specifically at the following subjects:

  • The financial roles and responsibilities of trustees
  • The role of the DfE and the funding agency
  • Overview of school finance systems
  • Budget Planning and the role trustees have

Suitable for all trust board members but recommended for those chairing a resource committee or with a lead trustee responsibility for finance. There will be time for networking.


      Schools subscribing to our STANDARD subscription service - please use the voucher code you were provided with for a B course when booking your place(s)to receive the 65% discount per delegate.

      Schools subscribing to our PREMIUM subscription service – please use the PREMIUM voucher code you were provided with when booking your place(s) to receive the 100% discount per delegate.

      Please note, only one voucher code can be used per order.

      Course objectives:

      • Explain the financial roles and responsibilities of academy governor and trustees
      • Provide an overview of how academies are funded and reporting arrangements
      • Discuss the current financial challenges facing the education sector
      • Explain the governors role in budget planning and budget monitoring
      Product code: GOVN-TRN-01042

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