Responsibility Center Management
2026 Update
For FY26, Kent State University has paused its use of the Responsibility Center Management (RCM) model. This means that budget allocations and financial reporting for the year will not follow the traditional RCM methodology, and units will instead operate under centrally managed budget guidance. The information provided below reflects the prior RCM framework and is included for reference only and to help contextualize historical practices.
On July 1, 2009, Kent State changed its budget allocation process to a Responsibility Center Management (RCM) model. RCM is a decentralized approach to budgeting that places revenues to areas experiencing growth and encourages entrepreneurial activities, e.g., new programs and services. This budget model will enable the University to build on its success by making it easier to invest in our academic programs and services.
Information/Questions
If you have questions about the RCM model at Kent State University, please contact the University Budget Office at University_Budget@kent.edu. Resources about RCM can be found below.