Bear Financials: MSU Budgeting Basics – LEAD Yourself

This workshop provides a comprehensive overview of budget fundamentals, fund oversight, financial policies, and reporting tools to equip participants with essential financial skills. This session is specifically designed for individuals who initiate payments, process financial transactions, and handle reconciliations as part of their daily responsibilities. It is not intended for budget approvers or supervisors. Instead, this training supports those who assist in administering budgets by ensuring they understand key financial principles and best practices for fiscal responsibility at MSU. – Facilitated by Dawn McIntyre, Financial Services

• • • • Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Pummill 203

 

MSU LEAD On: Bear Financials: Practical Budgeting for Leaders

This workshop equips managers with the essential knowledge and skills to manage budgets effectively and responsibly within the university and foundation settings. This training focuses on understanding the structure and purpose of financial accounts, navigating various budget types, and mastering the tools and processes for payment requests, reimbursements, and financial reporting. Managers will learn to ensure compliance with fiscal policies, make informed financial decisions, and foster accountability within their departments. Through practical examples and guidelines, this training prepares managers to oversee and optimize their financial resources confidently. – Facilitated by Dawn McIntyre, Financial Services

• • • • Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Pummill 203

 

 NEW MSU Spotlight Series:

MSU Spotlight: Bear Financials Argos Reports – LEAD Yourself
NEW Workshop!

Strong financial decisions start with clear data. This workshop will show you how to get the most out of Argos Reports by teaching you how to access them, understand the main report types, and interpret the codes behind the numbers. With the chance to bring your own reports for discussion, you’ll leave feeling more confident and capable of managing financial information. – Facilitated by Dawn McIntyre, Financial Services

• • • • Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Pummill 204

 

MSU Spotlight: Telecom Invoicing – LEAD Yourself
NEW Workshop!

Understanding MSU’s telecom invoices is key to managing departmental costs and ensuring accurate billing. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to navigate the billing system, review and reconcile charges, and resolve discrepancies with confidence. You will also explore how to process service requests and apply telecommunication policies, so your department stays compliant and in control of costs. – Facilitated by Angie Cockrum, Networking & Telecommunications

• • • • Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Telecom Center Training Room 152 (Blair Shannon)
      • Monday, November 17, 2025, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Telecom Center Training Room 152 (Blair Shannon)

 

MSU Spotlight: Bear Financials Forms – LEAD Yourself
NEW Workshop!

Understanding MSU’s financial forms is key to working efficiently and avoiding costly errors. In this hands-on session, you’ll review the most commonly used forms—including the updated Travel Expense Report and Independent Contractor Form—and learn how to navigate requirements with confidence. You’ll leave knowing what’s required, what to avoid, and how to streamline submissions for faster processing and stronger compliance. – Facilitated by Dawn McIntyre, Financial Services

• • • • Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Pummill 204

 

All these workshops are sponsored by Organizational and Talent Development, HR

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Other LEAD Yourself workshops this fall:

Microsoft Excel Level 1 – LEAD Yourself

• Fri, Sep 26; 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Glass 331
• Facilitator: Karen Eisman

Writing for Business – LEAD Yourself

• Tue, Oct 14; 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM, Pummill 204
• Facilitator: Emily Yeap

Microsoft Excel Level 2 – LEAD Yourself

• Fri, Oct 17; 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Glass 331
• Facilitator: Karen Eisman

Public Affairs Mission: What Does It Mean? Can you Relate? – LEAD Yourself

• Tue, Oct 21; 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Zoom
• Facilitator: Mary Ann Wood

Microsoft Excel Level 3 – LEAD Yourself

• Fri, Nov 14; 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Glass 331
• Facilitator: Karen Eisman

Teamwork: Unlocking Team Success – LEAD Yourself 

• Tue, Nov 18; 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Pummill 201
• Facilitator: Dr. Gloria Galanes

Communication Basics – LEAD Yourself

• Wed, Nov 19; 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Pummill 201
• Facilitator: Dr. Gloria Galanes

Effective Listening – LEAD Yourself

• Tue, Dec 2; 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Pummill 201
• Facilitator: Dr. Gloria Galanes

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To register for Bear Financial courses:

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Please contact HRLearning@missouristate.edu with questions.