Learning Objectives and Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this training course, the student will be able to:
- Identify the major legislation affecting the federal budget process.
- Track the budget timeline and the three phases of the budget process.
- Identify the roles of the major players in the budget process.
- Explain how agency budget submissions contribute to the President's Budget.
- Outline how agencies use and track their allocated funds.
- List the methods established to audit the use of federal funds.
- Quantify the size and scope of the President's current Budget.
- Identify trends in federal spending during the last 40 years
Attendance Policy
Full attendance is required for all DOI University (DOIU) courses. Registration represents a significant investment in your professional development by you, your supervisor, and your office.
DOI University is an approved FAI Teaching School. All courses include a tuition fee, which applies to all federal employees, including those at DOI.
Registration & Credit
This course is managed through FAI Cornerstone OnDemand (CSOD), the government-wide system for tracking acquisition and financial training. You must register through CSOD to receive credit.
Need a CSOD Account?
If you don’t have an account, request one by contacting the FAI CSOD Help Desk.
Steps:
- Submit a ticket via DAU’s ServiceNow Portal.
- You’ll receive a confirmation email with a ticket number from servicenow@dau.edu.
Tuition & Payment
- Tuition Fee: $675
- Register Here: FFM 406 - Federal Budget Process
- Pay Here: FFM 406 - Federal Budget Process
Payment Instructions:
- Forward the payment link to your credit cardholder.
- Payment is due at registration.
- Failure to pay on time may result in being dropped from the course.
Accepted Payment Methods:
- Authorized federal government purchase card
- Not accepted: EFT, personal payments, or non-appropriated funds
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