Exam Content Outline

The exam is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on information that is necessary at the time of job entry, while the second part covers competencies school business professionals learn on the job.

Meet the Exam Committee who will help write the questions.

Content Areas and Tasks Part 1

(percentage of test) 70 items in total

Manage Accounting Systems (28% to 33%)
Maintain Accounting Software
Maintain Chart of Accounts
Reconcile General Ledger Accounts
Track Fixed Assets

Manage Accounting Functions (67% to 72%)
Manage Payroll Functions
Manage Accounts Receivable
Manage Accounts Payable Process
Manage Purchasing Procedures
Manage Annual Budgets
Prepare Financial Reports
Manage Cash Flow

Content Areas and Tasks Part 2

(percentage of test) 100 items in total

Conduct Financial Planning and Analysis (27% to 32%)
Serve as a School Leader
Review Financial Impact of Strategic Planning Goals
Develop Financial Goals
Evaluate Funding Options for Debt Management
Develop Outside Funding Sources
Analyze Economic Data
Analyze Demographic Data
Develop Multi-Year Forecast
Estimate Real Estate Property Tax Revenues

Conduct Budgeting and Reporting Activities (15% to 20%)
Project Student Enrollment
Evaluate Instructional Program(s) Costs
Develop Annual Budgets
Manage Grant Activities
Prepare for Annual Audit

Conduct Risk Management Activities (10% to 15%)
Evaluate Existing Risks
Address Results of Risk Audit
Conduct Annual Evaluation of Insurance Plans
Manage Insurance Plans

Manage School Facilities (7% to 12%)
Update Facility Master Plan
Oversee the Operation and Maintenance of School Campuses
Oversee New Construction and Renovations

Manage Information Systems (4% to 6%)
Assist in Developing a Technology Plan
Maintain Technology Systems/Oversee Telecommunication Systems

Manage Human Resource Functions (15% to 20%)
Manage Hiring of New Employees
Develop Compensation Structure
Manage Staff Development and Training Programs
Manage Evaluation Process
Manage Personnel Administration
Manage Employee Benefit Programs

Manage Ancillary Services (7% to 12%)
Manage Transportation Services
Manage Food Service Programs
Manage Purchasing Process
Manage Other Service Programs