Education
February 2001 Follow-up Report on Rider 5: Texas Southern University Accountability Systems
April 2001
Report Number 01-027
Overall Conclusion
Over the past two years, Texas Southern University (University) has significantly improved operations and services to students. The five key control systems identified in Rider 5, Article III-128, General Appropriations Act, 76th Legislature, are currently implemented and maintained. Nevertheless, we noted that improvements are needed in two of the systems: Finance and Accounting, and Human Resources.
Key Facts and Findings
- Although improvements have been made in the financial reporting processes, we found significant errors and a lack of support for some reported amounts in the University's Annual Financial Report (AFR) for fiscal year 2000.
- Significant weaknesses in the Human Resources Department hinder the University's ability to successfully maintain all of its business systems.
- Management must continue to improve systems and focus on strengthening the University's financial position, especially by reducing deficit balances.
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