MGT317, MGT317C or alternative MGT318 is a requirement for RTSBA and RTSBO certification. This course provides attendees with an understanding of school financial numbers so that informed decisions can be made. Essential financial topics including account coding, managing budgets, forecasting and planning, cost accounting, internal controls and financial reporting are addressed. No Prerequisite.

This MGT317_100 Financial Essentials course will be in-person only. A test will be given for those taking the course for TASBO certification credit. Course materials, including the final exam will be accessed online. Attendees should bring a device to the training to access the course materials.

DATE: Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
LOCATION: Region 16 ESC | 5800 Bell St., Amarillo, TX 79109
TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (One hour break for lunch on your own)
FEE: $220 Member | $295 Non-Member
HOTEL INFORMATION: TASBO does not have a room block at any hotel for this course.
PREREQUISITE: None
CE/CPE HOURS: 6/7

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are only accepted in writing. Cancellations received seven (7) working days before the event are canceled in full; those received one (1) to six (6) working days before the event are canceled at 50 percent. Cancellations are not accepted the day of or after the event. If you do not cancel and/or do not attend, you are still responsible for payment. If TASBO cancels an event, you will be fully refunded.

If you have questions regarding registration, payments, or changes, please email [email protected].