Making the Most of Your Money

Location: 
Newcastle (Village Hotel)
Kingston upon Hull
Date: 
9 March, 2012
2 July, 2012

 

An interactive workshop by Kel Greensides

This one day training workshop is ideal for head teachers, school leaders and school business managers who are interested in finding new and creative ways of managing the school budget, getting value for money and ultimately saving cash that could be better spent on resources for the children.

The benefits:

  • A clearer understanding of your school budget
  • Strategies for more efficient spending
  • Clear guidance on areas where you can save
  • Action planning for future budgeting
  • Money saved

The Background:

Schools face challenging financial circumstances. Funding growth has already slowed after substantial real terms increases in the preceding decade. Recent forecasts for public expenditure beyond 2010/11 clearly indicate that there will be tighter funding. 

The principle of value for money is straightforward, although measuring it is complex. The widely accepted definition refers to three elements Three Es: Economy, Efficiency and Effectiveness.

Those with financial responsibilities in all public services,
therefore, have to consider how resources can be put to best use.
 

The Features:

This course takes these issues into account and so will be divided into two main sessions.

  1. The morning session will be a session of input explaining how to take a strategic approach to achieving Economy, Efficiency and Effectiveness.
  2. In the afternoon, guidance will be given in how schools can challenge themselves within their own context to achieve Value Money through:
  • Considering the financial implications of its plans;
  • Reviewing its financial surplus (or deficit);
  • Ensuring that the goods and services it buys represent value for money;
  • Using the school workforce to the best effect;
  • Collaborating with other local schools; and
  • Using data and information to support better decision making.

*Course Fees: £160+VAT per delegate - subsequent delegates from the same school or cluster group (3 or more schools) will be discounted to £140+VAT.

To book a place download an order form, from the link at the top.

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