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AS.470.787 section 81 Syllabus

State and Local Government Financial Management and Analysis

Course Information:

State and Local Government Financial Management and Analysis

AS.470.787.81 ( 3.0 Credits )

AE Spring 2026 [AE Spring 2026]

Description

The course explores issues of financial management in state and local government, mostly in the United States. Students will study the political economics of property, sales, and income taxation. Non-tax revenue sources such as lotteries and user fees will also be explored. Other financial management strategies and techniques will be assessed as well, and they may include intergovernmental grants, project-based finance, capital project finance, municipal debt valuation, and local economic development. The course is designed for students who desire a practical overview of real-world challenges at the state and local level.

Course Structure

Course Outline:

Session                      Course Learning Objective(s)                   Activities & Resources                Assignments/Assessments

See attached syllabus

What to Expect in this Course:

This course is 15 weeks in length during the fall and spring semesters and 12 weeks in length during the summer semester. Each week begins on a Sunday and ends on the following Saturday. Please review the course syllabus thoroughly to learn about specific course outcomes and requirements. Be sure to refer to the Checklist each week, which provides a week-at-a-glance and shows targeted dates for the completion of activities.

Required Text and Other Materials

Textbooks:

See the attached syllabus

Textbook Search:

You can search for your class textbooks via the AAP Online Bookstore here.

Minimum Technology Requirements:

Computer

The minimum operating systems for Canvas are:

Mac – OSX 11 or higher

PC – Windows 7 or higher

Also, your computer should be equipped with a Microphone and a Camera.

Note: you may use a mobile device for access, but it’s recommended you have a laptop or desktop prepared in case the mobile device has issues with any of our software.

Browser

For the best experience with our Canvas Integrations (e.g., Panopto and VoiceThread), the recommended browsers are Chrome and Firefox.

You should always use the most current version of your preferred browser. Your browser will notify you if there is a new version available. You will also need Java, Cookies, and JavaScript, but the majority of the time, this will be managed by your browser automatically. To verify these are enabled, you can check this Canvas page.

Additionally, you will need to ensure that Third Party Cookies are enabled for our integrations to work. You can do this by following these instructions.

Internet Connectivity

You will be expected to log on to Canvas frequently (daily), so a reliable internet connection is essential. We recommend that you have access to a stable internet connection with speeds of 5 Mbps or higher.

Software

Expectations for additional software or plugins will be communicated within the details of each course:

Adobe Reader – other PDF viewers are not supported.

Microsoft Office 365 - other software such as Google Drive may cause issues when converting between file types and isn’t integrated into Canvas.

Zoom – Instructors may designate real-time virtual office hours via Zoom. For more information on Zoom, please see the Zoom Quick-Start Guide.

The above list includes the most common required software used to support our online courses. Please note: Courses may or may not use all the software listed.

Support

For questions regarding Canvas or issues you are having, feel free to review the Canvas Student Resources or reach out to AAP technical support through any of the following methods:

Phone: 844-417-0874

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Email

Specific Technology Requirements and Skills for this Course:

This course requires the use of a computer that complies with the following hardware specifications:

Learning online requires some basic knowledge of computer technology. At a minimum, you need to be able to:

Navigate in and use Canvas; the Canvas Student Orientation course

Create and save MS Word documents; review MS Word training and tutorials for PC users (all versions); Word Help for Mac users

Find basic resources on the Internet

Create and organize files & folders on your computer

Send, receive, and manage email

Evaluation and Grading

Grading Breakdown:

Course Requirements                       Assignment Value

See attached syllabus

Grading Scale:

Grade        Range

A               94% to 100%

A-              90% to 93.999%

B+             87% to 89.999%

B                83% to 86.999%

B-               80% to 82.999%

C                70% to 79.999%

F                 0% to 69.999%

There is no rounding of grades.

Assignment Description:

See attached syllabus

Assignment Submission:

Students are required to adhere to the following guidelines when submitting written work:

Use correct citation format

Adhere to word limits for each assignment

Cite sources properly

Assignment Feedback:

The instructor will aim to return assignments to you within 5-7 days following the due date, depending on the length of the assignment. If there is a lengthy writing assignment the instructor may take 10-14 days to grade the assignment. You will receive feedback in the Grades area of the course which can be accessed via the navigation menu.

Learning Objectives

Program Learning Outcomes:

When you successfully complete the program requirements, you would achieve the following goals: (Number Objectives)

P1 Demonstrate analytical skills including quantitative and qualitative tools to assess state and local policies, programs, and initiatives.

P2 Appraise and compare financial policies and the financial management of programs of state and local governmental actors.

P3 Evaluate specific state and local government policies, programs, and initiatives with regard to their ability to meet public priorities.

P4 Understand fundamentals of financial management and analysis of public national and subnational organizations.