Our Mission

The Office of Budget and Planning is dedicated to fostering strategic, efficient, and effective resource allocation to support the College’s mission, strategic priorities and long-term success. Through financial stewardship, data-driven insights, and collaborative planning, we empower decision-making that strengthens the College community and its future.

Our Role

We provide expert financial guidance and strategic direction to budget administrators, ensuring best practices and adherence to established policies. We deliver high-quality financial analysis and advice to Senior Staff, Cabinet, the President, and the Board of Trustees, supporting informed decision-making and long-term planning.

Responsibilities

• Align the College’s financial strategy with its mission and academic priorities, informing the five-year financial plan and annual operating and capital budgets.
• Maintain balanced budget plans that sustain academic and operational excellence while allowing flexibility for emerging needs and opportunities.
• Oversee the strategic five-year financial planning and annual target-setting processes.
• Promote a forward-thinking approach to budgeting, identifying efficiencies and resource enhancement opportunities.
• Provide timely and accurate financial forecasts to support leadership decision-making.
• Establish, implement, and enforce financial processes and procedures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Offer budget training and support to the College community.
• Deliver the highest quality customer service in all financial planning matters.