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Chief Financial and Business Officer
In Canada, the federal government groups and organizes occupations based on a National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. This alis occupation may not reflect the entire NOC group it is part of. Data for the NOC group can apply across multiple occupations.
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2023 OaSIS
School business officials are leaders and administrators. They may specialize in a particular area or work in several areas of public education administration. Duties and responsibilities therefore vary considerably from one position to another and from one school jurisdiction to another.
In the area of financial resource management, school business officials may:
In corporate management and administration, school business officials may:
In human resource management, school business officials may:
In facility management, and property acquisition and management, school business officials may:
In risk management, school business officials may:
In student transportation, school business officials may:
In public relations and communications, school business officials may:
School business officials usually work standard weekday hours in school board or jurisdiction offices. Senior officials must attend school board and public meetings, and overtime is often required to meet budget and other deadlines. Depending on the position, some travel may be required for meetings with other school jurisdictions and government departments.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2006 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
Interest in synthesizing information to authorize the establishment of departments and associated senior staff positions; to approve overall human resource planning; to co-ordinate the work of regions, divisions and departments; to select middle managers, directors and other executive staff; and to approve promotional campaigns
Interest in establishing and organizing major departments and associated senior staff positions; and in formulating promotional campaigns
Interest in negotiating with a board of directors to formulate policies and programs; and in delegating representatives to act on behalf of the organization
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It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
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School business officials need:
They should enjoy directing and supervising the work of others, having clear rules and organized methods to guide their activities, and negotiating with other administrators.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
This chart shows which job skills are currently in highest demand for this occupational group. It was created using this occupation's 182 most recent Alberta job postings, collected between Sep 28, 2023 and May 10, 2025.
Review these skills to learn:
| Tasks: Establish objectives for the organization and formulate or approve policies and programs | 166 |
|---|---|
| Tasks: Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs | 164 |
| Tasks: Represent the organization, or delegate representatives to act on behalf of the organization, in negotiations or other official functions | 149 |
| Tasks: Co-ordinate the work of regions, divisions or departments | 148 |
| Tasks: Authorize and organize the establishment of major departments and associated senior staff positions | 139 |
| Construction Specialization: Organized | 138 |
| Attention to detail | 124 |
| Computer and Technology Knowledge: MS Office | 113 |
| Construction Specialization: Accurate | 105 |
| Tasks: Establish financial and administrative controls; formulate and approve promotional campaigns; and approve overall human resources planning | 103 |
School business officials need a combination of related post-secondary education and experience. For example, those in financial management positions may require an accounting designation or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Those in corporate management positions may have certificates or degrees in public administration.
Most school business officials have a bachelor’s degree in business or commerce and an accounting designation (CPA). Some may have a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or a master’s degree in public administration (MPA) or a related discipline.
Universities and colleges throughout the province offer 3- and 4-year degree programs in management and related disciplines.
The following schools offer programs or courses that are related to this occupation but are not required to enter the field.
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Certain professional titles or duties within this occupation are protected by provincial legislation. Requirements vary if you use these titles or perform these duties.
The related legislation is shown below. If there are multiple related legislations, select a certification heading to learn about each one.
School business officials provide leadership, financial direction and business expertise to publicly funded school authorities.
Certified School Business Official is a protected title under Alberta's Professional and Occupational Associations Registration Act [pdf] and the School Business Officials Regulation [pdf]. This means that to call yourself a Certified School Business Official (CSBO), you must be a registered member of the Association of School Business Officials of Alberta (ASBOA). You do not have to be registered if you do not call yourself a Certified School Business Official.
For information on what you need and other details, visit the certification profile School Business Official.
Source: 2021-2025 Alberta Regional Occupational Demand Outlook
School business officials are employed by school authorities. Advancement opportunities depend on the size of the school jurisdiction and the school business official’s qualifications. Senior school business official positions require skills and knowledge related to most of the areas listed in the Duties section of this profile.
This section shows the industries where the majority of people in this occupation work. The data is based on the 2016 Census.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Senior managers - health, education, social and community services and membership organizations
2016 NOC: 0014
100.1% of people in this occupational group work in:
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
This section shows the short-term demand forecasted for this occupation in Alberta over a 3-year period. It also shows the number of people employed in the occupation.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Source: 2024-2026 Alberta Short-Term Employment Forecast
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
To see data for all occupations, visit Occupations in Demand.
This section shows the employment outlook for this occupation in Alberta over a 5-year period.
Employment outlook is influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Source: 2021-2025 Alberta Regional Occupational Demand Outlook
Annual growth is from 2021 to 2025. New positions created each year are in addition to job openings created by employment turnover.
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
Employment turnover is expected to increase as members of the baby boom generation retire over the next few years.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
Unless otherwise noted, the data shown here is for all industries and all regions in Alberta.
All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production), and other forms of compensation.
To see the full survey data for this NOC group, visit the wage profile.
Other wage sources
To make an informed wage and salary decision, research other wage sources [pdf] to supplement this data.
High Reliability, represents a CV of less than or equal to 6.00% and 30 survey observations and/or represents 50% or more of all estimated employment for the occupation.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $34.62 | $94.92 | $59.23 | $60.36 |
| Overall | $38.27 | $107.08 | $67.46 | $64.90 |
| Top | $38.27 | $120.88 | $77.93 | $70.03 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
Pay brackets for hourly wages
| ALL INDUSTRIES | $131,655 |
|---|---|
| Information, Culture, Recreation | $145,191 |
| Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, Leasing | $123,033 |
| Professional, Scientific & Technical Services | $93,943 |
| Educational Services | $119,167 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | $138,076 |
| Other Services (Repair, Personal Services and Related) | $128,957 |
Association of School Business Officials of Alberta website: asboalberta.ca
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Updated Mar 05, 2021. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook, and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.
