Introduction to School Business Conference
September 21-22, 2010, Kellogg Center, East Lansing
This program provides an overview of school business, reviews various reports to Federal, State, and local agencies, reviews the Revised School Code, and provides an overview of fund accounting concepts. In addition, it is required for certification tracks of Chief Financial Officer, Business Office Manager, Human Resource Specialist, School Payroll Specialist, and Business Office Specialist. This class is offered every September.
2010 Facilities/Operations Directors Conference & Expo
October 3-5, 2010, Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville
A great conference for anyone responsible for facilities or maintenance support services. Registration form and information will be available in July 2010..
MSBO Certification Program
A slide show with audio is available to provide more information about MSBO's Voluntary Certification Program. When prompted, first save the file to your desktop, then open the file from your desktop. It takes several minutes to download, so be patient. (1/26/09)
MSBO certification is a voluntary system, established in 1998 by the Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO). It provides focused training to school business officials in order to:
- Offer practical information that will help school business officials succeed and excel in their employment; and,
- Establish a basis for advancing professionalism of school business officials and assuring school districts that current or prospective business officials have a base of knowledge about laws, regulations, and procedures for functioning in a Michigan public school.
The MSBO Certification Program was designed by MSBO's Professional Development Committee in conjunction with the Facilities Management, Transportation, and Food Service Committees. In other words, it was created by professionals in their respective fields. For an overall look at the MSBO Voluntary Certification Program, download the MSBO certification brochure (pdf).
How do I check my certification status?
View your MSBO or MIEM SB-CEU credits prior to January 1, 2010 . After that time, please check the Secure Central Registry to print your unofficial transcript. You can check the status of your certification online. Just login and click on the SB-CEU link in MSBO located under your name in the blue profile box. On the MIEM site, use your MIEM login and password then click on the Certification link underneath your name
Why should I become certified?
Obtaining certification demonstrates a dedication to your profession and offers a base of useful information taught by seasoned practitioners. School districts that hire business officials believe certification matters. The MSBO Certification Program has been endorsed by the Michigan Association of School Administrators and Michigan Association of School Boards.
Questions? Contact Debbie Kopkau at MSBO 517.327.2587 or e-mail dkopkau@msbo.org.