Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits1.5PrerequisiteMeet the educational requirements for Company Officer by completing Company Officer 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E, and Instructor I, or five (5) years as a career officer (Lieutenant or higher), or seven (7) years as a volunteer officer (Lieutenant or higher, or five (5) years CAL FIRE Apparatus Engineer, or seeking Fire Marshal Certification. Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis course provides a basic knowledge of the budgeting requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer, including developing a budget management system, developing a division or departmental budget, and describing the process for ensuring competitive bidding. This course is one of a series of courses required for Chief Fire Officer certification by California State Fire Training."