Development of Financial Management Competencies for Entry-Level and Advanced-Level Dietetic Practice: A Survey of Hospital Foodservice Directors/Chief Dietitians

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify competencies related to financial management for entry- and advanced-level dietitians practicing in the area of foodservice systems management. Specifically, this study:

1. Developed a comprehensive list of financial management competencies for entry- and advanced-level dietitians.

2. Determined the importance of financial management competencies for entry- and advanced-level dietetic practice as perceived by hospital foodservice directors/chief dietitians.

3. Identified underlying financial management factors for entry- and advanced-level dietitians.

4. Determined whether foodservice directors/chief dietitians who are Registered Dietitians (RDs) support specialty certification in foodservice management.