Number of Recordings: 4

NACUBO Consulting offers free, 30-minute webinars throughout the year. Registration for this bundle provides access to recordings of past and future 2025 events, in one convenient location.

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Number of Recordings: 13

Watch online sessions from the 2025 Higher Education Accounting Forum and get the latest information on trends and best practices in financial accounting and reporting, managerial analysis, and leadership issues for all types of institutions. This event for advanced-level accounting and finance professionals serves as both an annual update and future outlook where participants hear discussions on timely subjects impacting the higher education community.

Join NACUBO's policy experts for a timely update on critical federal policy and regulatory issues impacting higher education. With a continuing resolution (CR) now in effect through September 30, and congressional action on budget resolutions and reconciliation underway, institutional leaders face ongoing funding uncertainty, new regulatory requirements, and shifts in federal priorities.

In this 60-minute webinar on April 9, NACUBO's policy team will discuss recent developments in appropriations, budget processes, executive actions, and regulatory updates. Participants will gain actionable insights to navigate these evolving challenges effectively.

Attendees will:

• Understand the implications of the continuing resolution through September 30 and upcoming budget resolutions for higher education funding.
• Analyze recent executive actions impacting colleges and universities.
• Review key regulatory updates from federal agencies.
• Learn advocacy strategies tailored for campus business officers to influence legislation on Capitol Hill.

Presenters:

• Liz Clark, Vice President, Policy and Research, NACUBO
• Bryan Dickson, Director, Student Financial Services and Educational Programs, NACUBO
• Ashley N. Jackson, Director, Government Affairs, NACUBO

In a rapidly evolving policy landscape, NACUBO’s experts will provide a timely update on federal funding negotiations, executive orders, and regulatory developments affecting higher education. As the March 14 appropriations deadline nears, uncertainty looms and institutional oversight questions abound as the Trump administration continues issuing executive orders and regulatory guidance affecting college operations. Business officers must be ready to navigate budget impacts, evolving regulations, and shifting federal priorities.

This 60-minute webinar will break down key updates and provide actionable insights to help institutions prepare. Join NACUBO’s policy team for an in-depth discussion on these pressing issues.

Number of Recordings: 5

The Bursar Fundamentals program is perfect for those new to the business office, student financial services, or the higher education workplace, or those who want a refresher on the core responsibilities of the student accounts area. Attendees will gain an understanding of financial aid, refunds, processing payments, collections, and customer service, including ways to communicate with students and financial literacy education. The program will conclude with a conversation on the trends student accounts staff should have their eyes on for the future.

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AI has become ubiquitous, finding its way into our homes, cars, and the businesses we frequent. For higher education business and operations professionals, AI presents opportunities for increasing efficiency and effectiveness—if we can strategically approach its adoption and use. In this webinar, panelists will define AI, provide an overview of current and potential uses for higher ed business and operations, and share some best practices for AI adoption and use. This webinar is geared toward individuals who view themselves as AI novices as well as for those who have already begun exploring this evolving tool.

Over the last several years, a number of actions by the Biden administration, federal courts, and Supreme Court decisions have altered the landscape associated with the collection of student debt. Hear from a nationally known attorney specializing in student debt who provides a summary of those issues in a manner that is easy to understand for non-attorneys. Walk away with a better understanding of these developments to provide more confidence and competence as you negotiate decisions, policies, and student interactions with your accounts receivable operations.

Higher education institutions in the U.S. are facing increasing pressure to attract and retain students in today’s competitive landscape. Join Flywire and expert panelists from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for a timely discussion on effective retention strategies and financial literacy tips to ensure a successful return to campus in the new year for you and your students.

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Number of Recordings: 3

In this series of three webinars, communication expert and author Erica Barnhart promises to engage participants in their learning by working through real-world examples and self-assessments to create takeaways that are immediately actionable in everyday communication.

In today’s higher education landscape, campuses are more than just academic hubs—they're business ecosystems. Join a panel of experienced business officers as they discuss strategies to identify alternative revenue streams across campus. From on-campus vendors to campus organizations, discover how to maximize revenue while keeping operational costs in check. Learn best practices for managing campuswide commerce including e-commerce, in-person point-of-sale, and campus ID transactions that generate sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving market.

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Number of Recordings: 3

Join us for an insightful three-part webinar series designed to help higher education professionals enhance institutional effectiveness through the NACUBO Student Success Hub's innovative toolkits. Each session will explore the purpose and application of a specific toolkit—Data Ecosystem Assessment, Budget Builder for Grant Development and Sustainability, and Budget Equity Blueprint—providing practical strategies for implementation. Featuring firsthand insights from institutional leaders who played key roles in the development and testing of these tools, this series is a must-attend for those committed to advancing student success and financial sustainability.

Number of Recordings: 6

NACUBO Consulting offers free, 30-minute webinars throughout the year. Registration for this bundle provides access to recordings of 2024 events, in one convenient location.

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Not all commitments in higher education are financially sustainable, making it crucial for institutions to implement a robust tracking system to evaluate their impact effectively. Join us to learn how Montana State University has successfully enhanced its commitment planning process by categorizing commitments and tracking them by funding source, leading to more informed and strategic decision-making.

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This webinar provides an overview of the changes in average discounting rates during the 2022–23 and 2023–24 academic years and provides more details about the pricing and enrollment strategies private colleges have considered to deal rising student financial need and other factors. The panelists will discuss the complex factors that go into new tuition discounting, enrollment, and financial aid strategies, and provide their early assessment of how strategies might need to change due to the Supreme Court’s actions.

This webinar reviews the importance of information reporting, recommendations for completing the IRS Form 1098-T, best practices for collecting taxpayer identification numbers, and guidance on responding to IRS penalty notices. The information covered is helpful to beginners and serve as a refresher to campus staff with experience preparing 1098-T forms.

Number of Recordings: 11

Register to watch recordings of general sessions from the in-person 2024 Planning, Budgeting, and Analytics Forum and concurrent sessions from the online program. This program provides content to help business officers and their teams use data and allocate resources—including financial, facilities and infrastructure, and human resources—to support their institutions and students.

Student activism is expected to rise this fall, and preparedness for campus unrest requires the attention of an institution’s cabinet, including the chief business officer. During this webinar, Kara D. Freeman, NACUBO president and CEO, discusses with speakers the scope of the First Amendment, categories of unprotected speech, and practical considerations as they relate to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Due diligence in preparation, including review of institutional policies and clearly communicating them to students, faculty, and campus constituencies, is crucial.

Business officers are faced with competing complex challenges from staffing challenges to economic instability, rising costs, and budget constraints. Join Oakland Community College and Euna Solutions as they delve into how institutions can implement their strategic plans through their budget, streamline workflows, and create departmental collaboration to improve strategic outcomes.

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In this webinar, panelists discuss planning for change before, during, and after implementation of cloud-based technologies—and recommended practices for addressing challenges along the way. Panelists dive deep into the importance of transition plans, transparency, incremental training, and effective communication with stakeholders.

Join John Zaudtke, Paymerang's VP of sales, to learn how you can quickly and inexpensively begin the transformation to a modern finance office. We’ll show you, in less time than it takes to make a cup of coffee, how AP can electronically disburse and reconcile all your weekly payables.

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New approaches and data sources are emerging to empower the CFO to chart a financially sustainable—and more stable—future for their institution. Join Suffolk University to learn how they’ve enhanced their ability to plan for a range of financial scenarios and avoid disruptions to or distractions from the strategic mission of their institution.

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