Homework: Program Budgetary
A program budgetary needs assessment determines the financial needs of a small group or program in order to assist schools in allocating funds based on needs and priorities. A program budget review requires looking at key information about a program in order to develop a clear picture of how the program fits into the school's continuous improvement plan.
Part I: Budget Summary
For this homework, to help familiarize you with budgets, analyze the budget of a small group at your site. If you cannot access a small group budget, you may utilize the "Small Group Sample Budget."
In 250 to 500 words, write a summary of the budget that includes:
1. A brief overview of the program or activity including its purpose, structure, and participants
2. Current budget expenditures, including unexpected (unbudgeted) expenses
3. Current budget revenue
4. Non-budgetary resources required to operate and meet organizational goals (e.g., volunteers, facilities, large equipment provided by school or community)
5. A description of how the budget is monitored, and the process of how unexpected adjustments are made to the budget
Part II: Program Budgetary Needs Assessment Survey
Create an 8 to 10 question needs assessment survey in an online survey tool (e.g., Survey Monkey) that you would give to a program or small group leader on a school campus in order to analyze their program's budgetary needs. You will be administering this needs assessment survey in Topic 2. Examples of possible small groups include special programs, clubs, after school activities, sports clubs, student activities, etc.
The needs assessment survey should address, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Assessment of the current conditions or the group's ability to achieve its stated goals or outcomes (e.g., what is working/strengths and what is lacking/areas of opportunity)
2. Resources required to fulfill the operations of the group
3. Wants and requests needed for the group
4. Gaps that are affecting the performance of the group
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.