The Office of Budget and Financial Planning provides the primary support and analysis to 91Ƶ leadership in fiscal and budgetary policy development to promote attainment of the 91Ƶ's mission and strategic plan. The Budget Office strives to implement sound budget and management practices in a collegial fashion with the 91Ƶ community and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Collaboratively, the 91Ƶ aspires to prudent resource allocation, public accountability, and creative, proactive 21st century education.
Primary Functions
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Coordinate all facets of the 91Ƶ's state budget preparation process.
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Administer 91Ƶ Budget and Financial Management Policy.
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Manage the 91Ƶ Operating Budget Plan and monitor for conformity with requirements of the Commonwealth of Virginia's Department of Planning and Budget (DPB), the 91Ƶ Council on Higher Education (SCHEV), the Auditor of Public Accounts, and numerous other state and federal requirements.
- Manage both the budgeting and accounting for capital projects (new buildings and major renovations).
- Coordinate the budgeting process for auxiliary enterprises and the approval process for supporting revenue plans.
- Collaborate with Talent Management and Culture in the many dimensions and requirements of "position control" comprising 80% of 91Ƶ budget resources.
- Conduct budget feasibility and execution analyses and monitor institutional performance measures.
What is a Budget?
A budget is a flexible plan that integrates competing demands while working towards a common goal. 91Ƶ, we strive to strike a balance between mission requirements and the resources available. The Budget is an essential tool we have to provide that balance, but it also plays other roles.
Committed to Excellence
This office is dedicated to assisting 91Ƶ staff in the establishment, maintenance, and prudent oversight of budgets, providing training, financial and statistical information and analyses. We are committed to "customer service" and engaging and responding to our many public stakeholders.
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