Effective Internal Controls for Local Governments
- OnlineNovember 20, 2026
- Chapel Hill, NCMay 18, 2027
Date: November 11, 2026 | One Day | Chapel Hill | Registration fee: $300
Registration will close one week before the program.
Are you interested in learning how to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial operations? Are you new to local government finance and looking for an opportunity to learn more about the requirements outlined in Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act? If so, this course may be for you.
This day-long training will focus on how to establish internal controls in key financial operations. Participants will review the laws outlined in the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act (LGBFCA) and learn to adopt controls to increase compliance. Because this course covers the fundamentals of local government finance, it is particularly relevant to newer finance officers, managers, and other finance professionals (0-5 yrs. experience).
The course will focus on:
- Fraud prevention
- Statutory requirements of the LGBFCA (statutory internal controls)
- How to establish a strong system of internal control over financial operations, including cash receipts, procurement, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Members of Civic Federal Credit Union (Civic) are eligible to apply for a scholarship towards registration fees for programs offered by the School of Government. There are four deadlines to submit applications:
- March 1: for programs starting between April 1 and June 30
- June 1: for programs starting between July 1 and September 30
- September 1: for programs starting between October 1 and December 31
- December 1: for programs starting between January 1 and March 31
Additional information
SCHOLARSHIP and DISCOUNT INFORMATION:
The School of Government is grateful to offer a number of scholarship and discount opportunities for public officials who wish to participate in our continuing education programs. Scholarships and discounts are available both internally through the School and through the generous support of partnering organizations. Learn more about the range of these opportunities on our Scholarship and Discount Opportunities page.
HOTEL INFORMATION:
Please see the School’s list of recommended area hotels.
PARKING INFORMATION:
Parking details will be provided to you by your program manager the week prior to the program. Additional directions and parking information can be found on our Visitor Information page.
MATERIALS:
Program materials will be available in CANVAS as they are received from instructors. Instructions for accessing or creating a log-in to CANVAS can be found on the program materials site.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Course participants who cancel their registration more than 7 calendar days before the course start date will receive a full refund. Otherwise, participants will receive a transferrable credit to be used within 12 months. More information can be found in the full cancellation and refund policy.
*This course has been identified by faculty as being potentially relevant for Continuing Professional Education credit in accordance with requirements of the NC State Board of CPA Examiners. However, it is the responsibility of the individual to determine which sessions they will ultimately claim. As this course has not been pre-approved with the State Board, the School of Government does not guarantee that the State Board will accept the credit hours.
| CPE | 6.75 hrs |
- OnlineNovember 20View Scholarship Information
Members of Civic Federal Credit Union (Civic) are eligible to apply for a scholarship towards registration fees for programs offered by the School of Government. There are four deadlines to submit applications:- March 1: for programs starting between April 1 and June 30
- June 1: for programs starting between July 1 and September 30
- September 1: for programs starting between October 1 and December 31
- December 1: for programs starting between January 1 and March 31
View Cancellation PolicyCourse participants who cancel their registration on or before November 12, 2026 will receive a full refund. No refund will be made for cancellations on or after November 13, 2026, but you will receive a transferrable credit to be used within 12 months. Click here to view the School’s full cancellation and refund policy.$300.00Registration and payment for this course grants access for a single attendee. In order to register a group of attendees, please register each person individually. If you have questions, please contact our registration office at registration@sog.unc.edu or 919.966.4414. - Chapel Hill, NCMay 18UNC School of Government
400 South Rd
Chapel Hill, NC 27514View Scholarship Information
Members of Civic Federal Credit Union (Civic) are eligible to apply for a scholarship towards registration fees for programs offered by the School of Government. There are four deadlines to submit applications:- March 1: for programs starting between April 1 and June 30
- June 1: for programs starting between July 1 and September 30
- September 1: for programs starting between October 1 and December 31
- December 1: for programs starting between January 1 and March 31
View Cancellation PolicyCourse participants who cancel their registration on or before May 10, 2027 will receive a full refund. No refund will be made for cancellations on or after May 11, 2027, but you will receive a transferrable credit to be used within 12 months. Click here to view the School’s full cancellation and refund policy.
Program materials will be available in CANVAS as they are received from instructors. Instructions for accessing or creating a log-in to CANVAS can be found on the program materials site.
Additional information to help you prepare:
- Directions and Parking: Registrants will receive directions and parking information via email. Please follow parking guidance carefully.
- Agenda: 2026 Working Agenda
Christa Stansbury
