The mission of the Division of Business and Finance is to provide administrative and fiscal support services to all constituencies of the college. The division is responsible for maintaining the fiscal stability, integrity and technological advancement of the College, and providing efficient administrative support services through sound fiscal and administrative policies, procedures, and best practices. The functions of recording financial transactions, safeguarding physical and financial assets, allocation of resources, procurement, and delivery of college services, and safety and security of the campus community are managed through the Departments of: Controller, Information Technology Services, Facilities Management and Dining Services.
The overall goal is to support the College in its efforts to prepare students to function effectively in the workplace and highly competitive technologically advanced global society.
Directors of each unit are responsible for taking a proactive approach in managing their respective unit. This approach includes: providing leadership, direction, and guidance to support staff; creating and maintaining an open line of communication with all parties; and holding staff accountable for their job performances. This approach also includes using current reporting tools and other technologies to automate, streamline operations, and increase productivity.
The division strives to improve the quality of life, services, and relations to students, faculty, and staff by continually providing and upgrading when necessary, services, training, and staff development opportunities.
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location
First floor of the John H. Race Administration Building
Contact Information
Jim Hastings
Vice President for Business and Finance
(336) 517-2115
james.hastings@bennett.edu
Elizabeth Ashford
Executive Assistant
(336) 517-2116
eashford@bennett.edu