School Finance and Business Management

This relevant and comprehensive book provides an excellent resource for active school administrators or students in training to be school administrators. With a focus on the practitioner, the authors have provided a basis for understanding the profession. -- Becky Hornberger, PhD * Executive Director, Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators *
This book provides a comprehensive and excellent overview of financials, facilities and human resources, and is valuable for all public and private-school administrators. -- Jennifer Hermes * Chief Operating Officer, Lake Forest Elementary School District 67 and Lake Forest Community High School District 115 *
I have used previous editions of this work for courses in school finance and business management as a text and as a reference in my school leadership professional development work. It has been a valued text for my Ohio students providing a thorough overview of basic concepts. The readers gain practical applications and timely references. I look forward to this third edition. -- Dr. Dennis J. Kowalski * Adjunct Professor and Internship Supervisor, Concordia University Chicago, Adjunct Professor, Monte Ahuja Business School, Cleveland State University *
I would recommend this book to any school professional who would like to better understand the complexities of effectively managing school resources to ensure student success and organizational efficiency. -- Dr. David Hill * Superintendent, Community Consolidated School District 93 *
Drs. Schilling and Tomal refine our understanding about the successful management, investment, and application of school resources to promote student success. The 3rd edition provides practical strategies and insights for school administrators. This is a must read! -- Glenn Schlichting, EdD * Dean, Division of Leadership, Concordia University Chicago *
This book provides valuable insights and perspective from two of the top minds in the profession. This book should be read by every current HR and financial professional and be required reading for certification courses. -- Sarah Beyne * Human Resources Consultant, former school board member *
The authors give clear steps for school financial planning. It gives school boards a system they can follow without guesswork. The system in this book is excellent. It shows how sound budgeting should work. It helps boards plan and control the budget with discipline. It cuts waste. It builds trust. It keeps resources focused on students. This book is a strong guide for any board that wants to manage its budget with skill and integrity. -- Andrew Kumiega, PhD * CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CISM, CQE, CSQE, CQA, Associate Professor of Analytics, Illinois Institute of Technology *