IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2006New Course Covers Public Sector Defined Contribution Plans Brookfield, Wisconsin – To help address the unique aspects of public sector retirement plans, the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans has introduced Public Sector Defined Contribution Plans.This two-day course is part of the highly regarded Certificate Series program and can be taken alone or as one of three courses toward a Certificate in Retirement Plans.
Public Sector Defined Contribution Plans addresses 457, 403(b), 401(a) and 401(k) plans. It covers fiduciary obligations, ways to improve fund performance and reduce fees, how to pay for plan expense without using employer dollars, how to improve education and customer service, and what needs to be done to keep the plan in compliance.“This course, targeted specifically for those who work with public sector plans, makes a great addition to our already strong Certificate Series lineup” said Tom DeRoche, Director of Educational Programs, International Foundation. “Public Sector Defined Contribution Plans addresses the legislative changes and unique challenges that impact the management of these plans.”The course is designed for those who work with public sector plans including defined contribution (DC) trustees (both labor and management), administrative and support staff, provider representatives, or anyone who sits on a DC committee or has decision-making authority over how the plan is offered.The course will be held October 9-10, 2006 in Washington, D.C. Additional dates will be added in 2007.View Public Sector Defined Contribution Plans course
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