Course

Introduction to Public Sector Benefits Administration

The public sector has unique characteristics that impact how employee benefits are managed. Financing, politics, and the legal and regulatory environment pose challenges and opportunities that require professionals to understand how public plans operate. This course covers the core needs of public plan comprehension and handling. Take a deep dive into the structure of the public sector, government financing, technology, the legal and regulatory environment, and more. Gather with your peers and experts in the field for two days of learning and networking. The course will end with a case study designed to help you bring action items back to your organization with a clear path to better plans.

Topics Covered

  • Public sector structure
  • Government finance
  • Navigating the political landscape
  • Legal and regulatory requirements
  • Strategic planning
  • Request for proposals
  • Human resource strategy
  • Demographics in the public sector
  • Project management
  • Implementing technology in the public sector
  • Ethics in the public sector
  • Benchmarking and performance measurement
  • Disaster planning
  • Best practices (open discussion)
  • Case study

Course Outline

Course Applies To

Jul 2025 Oct 2025 Sep 2026

Pricing

July 16 - 17, 2025

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Through June 2, 2025

US$1,400.00

Member

US$1,620.00

Nonmember

After June 2, 2025

US$1,700.00

Member

US$1,920.00

Nonmember

Continuing Education

Educational sessions at this program can qualify for CEBS Compliance credit. Visit www.cebs.org/compliance for more information.

Agenda

Jul 2025 Oct 2025 Sep 2026

Wednesday, July 16 - Thursday, July 17, 2025

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Handout Dates: July 9 - September 17, 2025