Michael Giliberti brings nearly twelve years of experience in higher education administration, with a strong emphasis on financial accounting, billing, and cashiering. In 2019, he joined the School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) as Director of Bursar Operations. Michael spearheaded the development of Cashiering Services, establishing an onsite center for payments and account inquiries. His role later expanded to include oversight of Institutional Scholarships. Demonstrating both leadership and strategic vision, Michael successfully consolidated these three critical areas under a unified department: Office of Student Accounts (OSA).
Throughout his tenure, Michael has played a pivotal role in disbursing millions of dollars in both public and private funds to students through a variety of scholarship and tuition payment programs. Furthermore, he has been instrumental in collaborating with various institutional divisions to expand opportunities, integrate technology, develop sustainable business policies, and optimize staff productivity.
Prior to embarking on his career in higher education, Michael amassed valuable experience in banking, revenue management, and private accounting. His educational background includes a B.A. in Business Law and Corporate Communications from Saint John’s University, along with a Master’s in Public Administration from John Jay College. His master’s includes dual concentrations in Organizational Assessment and Auditing, reflecting his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency.
Michael consistently upholds the values of fairness, equity, accountability, and sound fiscal practices throughout the campus community.
