The business and finance managerial home study student guide begins with a brief overview of the conduct of the course, the desired outcomes of camp director education, instructions on phases I and II of home study, a student needs assessment form, a reading checklist, a student vita form, an individualized plan of work, and a list of suggested learning activities. The learning assignments consist of five lessons outlined in terms of desired competency area(s), suggested readings, objectives, discussion, activities, and review. Among the competencies listed are: knowledge of business management systems, including fiscal operations; ability to establish a system for the camp's business operation; knowledge of office management; record keeping and reporting procedures; ability to identify various patterns of ownership and financial arrangements; knowledge of various types of insurance coverage available to camps and ability to identify professional resources; knowledge of the federal, state, and local laws and American Camping Association standards related to camp business management; and ability to analyze implications for the camp business operation when serving the handicapped. A home study learning activity report form and instructor evaluation form are included. An appendix supplies five supplementary readings. (BRR)