Concise, informative, and well-indexed, this book helps readers get
the "big picture" as well as the considerable number of details
involved in managing the finances for a library. For all libraries,
money is critical to decision-making about technology, staffing,
and collections. As a result, informed budgeting is critically
important for any library to succeed. This book explains library
finance in a practical, engaging way, using examples of real
situations in different types of libraries to teach key points.
Written by authors with years of experience in budgeting and
financial planning within a variety of library settings and in
teaching library management or fundraising at the university level,
Crash Course in Library Budgeting and Finance makes it painless to
learn how to properly manage money in any library environment. The
book addresses the entire process of financial planning, from a
general, conceptual overview of library budgeting to the details of
generating and spending income, and describes best practices for
implementing financial controls. Subjects covered include building
construction and capital projects, fund raising, capital campaigns,
moving to fee-based services, extending and developing earned
income, financial best practices, and assessment and evaluation.
The authors also make recommendations regarding when and how to
share relevant financial information throughout the organization
and with constituents throughout the book. Provides completely
updated information through engaging, clear explanations of details
on licensing, contracts, and maintaining technology and electronic
resources Supplies helpful guidance for all levels of library
staff-not just upper management Offers numerous real-world
budgeting and finance examples from practicing librarians Presents
information relevant to library administrators in all types of
libraries, staff who work with budgets, library finance and budget
officers, library board or governance officers, and library
foundation managers and grant writers
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