Frequently Asked Questions

How do I request a change in budget authority?

Send an e-mail with the following information to Karyl Bulmer: Banner Index, Department, Former Budget Authority, New Budget Authority, Effective Date

What is my current balance?

For Grants, please contact the Grant Accountant at x55336 or email Diane Moore

For all other funds, please contact the Budget Office at x50688 or email Karyl Bulmer

How do I access my budget report?

The following link will bring you to a WebFocus login page to access the reports and portals you have access to. The budget report can be found in the Budget folder, along with the Student Worker and the University Assistant reports. Your username and password are the same that you use to access your email, however the username is prefixed with ecsu\. It is recommended that you use Firefox or Chrome for optimal browser navigation.

eReports link: https://reports.bi.ct.edu/ibi_apps/signin

What is the definition of equipment?

A purchase is considered equipment (including computers) when it has a value of $1,000 or more. Components (i.e., attachments or accessories) can be considered part of the unit when purchased together. Examples would be a camera case or a camera lens, an expansion kit to be inserted into a computer or software to run the computer.

How do I transfer funds?

To transfer funds from one Banner index to another, send an e-mail to Karyl Bulmer and copy the Budget Authorities of the indices involved. State the amount, the index you are transferring from and to and the purpose of the transfer.