By Mike Loyd, Production Marketing Manager, Ricoh Americas Corporation
I recently completed training at the Southern Association of College and University Business Officers (SACUBO) and the University of Kentucky’s (UK) College Business Management Institute (CBMI) held on the UK campus. This was the 60th Annual CBMI—which I believe is one of the major bargains in higher education today.
Of course print-for-pay providers need to know the print industry, but college and university printers need to be well versed in printing and also know the ins and outs of the peculiar working environment of colleges and universities. CBMI provides the opportunity to learn about all aspects of the financial workings of an institution—from accounting and budgeting to facility services and all in between. The program is one week each summer for three years, along with the ability to attend “refresher” years, if you so desire.
The practical knowledge gained by attending the week-long CBMI is invaluable and a bargain at just over $500.00 per weeklong session. There are courses in human resources, finance, problems in higher education, leadership and professional development. The agenda is jammed full each day, and the content is very informative and worth your time and money. The CFO, VP of Finance, or Auxiliary Services, etc., at your school is more than likely sending his staff to this course. You should also attend. Just understanding the inner-workings of your place of business is going to give you an edge when speaking with your administration.
Please check it out at www.sacubo.org, and try to attend the 61st Annual CBMI next year at UK. If you have any questions about the course, please contact me.
Mike Loyd
Production Marketing Manager
Higher Education
Michael.Loyd@ricoh-usa.com
