Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
718
Course Name
Financial Management: Cost of Service Rate Making
Contact Hours
20.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water
Partner Name
American Water Works Association
Primary Contact
Sarah Abeyta
sabeyta@awwa.org
3037343472 Ext.
Website
Description
Financial objectives in the drinking water industry are always changing, which makes successful planning more difficult and more important than ever, considering the esclating costs of operational and infrastructure improvements, expanding regulatory and environmental forces from government and public interest groups, and the public demand for clean and affordable water.
Course Level
Intermediate thru Advanced
Course Content
*Understanding the importance of financial planning in the rate setting process
*Reviewing revenue requirements
*Developing a cost of service analysis
*Designing water rates
*Presenting the results of a study
Target Audience
*Water utility management
*Rate analysts or designers
*Accounting or budget professionals
*Water rate attorneys
*Water resources professionals
*Capital budget planners
*Conservation officer
Training Format
Classroom