1. Purpose of the Budget Formula To provide simple, reasonable, and fair distribution of a base budget to all University of Montana divisions. To provide a pool of funds that could be distributed to the Institutional Priorities. To create a mechanism to help manage the limited resources available to the University of Montana

2. * The formula does not attempt to allocate Designated, Auxiliary, or restricted fees. * The formula does not allocate funds to the specific programs/accounts * It doesn’t care about pet projects, political maneuvering, or passionate pleas (equalizes) * The formula does not control the budget process. It is just a tool that helps.

3. Budget Enhancement Decisions (V.P.s) Prior Year Budget +/- Depending on Funding Total Budgets for Division/Area

4. Valid & Reliable Assessment Data Dept. & Division Strategic Planning Planning & Assessment Committees. Institutional Strategic Priorities University Priorities Budget Enhancement Decisions (UBC) UBC Evaluates Formula Variables and Data (Works with Planning Committee) Base Budget is Calculated by Formula Total Budgets for Division/Area Institutional Support Costs are Determined (UBC & Planning) Making Some Changes