HED 550 - Law and Finance in Higher Education

Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
An analysis of legal and financial issues confronting higher education today. This course will prepare entry level professions with the essential skills needed to access legal information, recognize economic trends and their influence on the financial health of educational institutions, and understand budget processes at the department, division, or school level. The course is designed to assist students in understanding the role of the University General Counsel, fundamental legislative actions and case laws that have guided and shaped service in higher education, private and public revenue sources and trends, budget proposals, preparation, management, stewardship of resources and accountability.
Grade Type: Letter Grade