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Budget Forecasting and Integrated Strategic Planning for Leaders

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  • Matt Salehi

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This study explored how advanced budgeting techniques and economic indicators influence funding levels and strategic alignment in California Community Colleges (CCCs). Despite widespread implementation of budgeting reforms, many CCCs continue to face challenges aligning financial planning with institutional missions, particularly in supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The study used a quantitative correlational design, analyzing 30 years of publicly available economic data, including unemployment rates, GDP growth, and CPI, in relation to CCC funding trends. Results revealed a strong positive correlation between GDP growth and CCC funding levels, as well as between CPI and funding levels, underscoring the predictive value of macroeconomic indicators in budget planning. These findings emphasize the need for educational leaders to integrate economic forecasting into budget planning processes to safeguard institutional effectiveness and sustain programs serving underrepresented student populations.

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  • Matt Salehi, 2025. "Budget Forecasting and Integrated Strategic Planning for Leaders," Papers 2510.26035, arXiv.org.
    • Handle: RePEc:arx:papers:2510.26035
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