| Term | Definition |
| Hierarchy | Organizational structure used for routing, review, and approval of transactions. |
| Higher Education Function Code | Standardized reporting classifications for higher education as defined by the National Association of College and University Business Officials (NACUBO). In DaFIS, a 4-digit code assigned to each account to define the overall purpose of the account. The 4-digit code is driven by the first 2 digits of the OP Account number. Example: INSP = Institutional Support (72). |
| Honorarium | Payment or award in recognition of special service or distinguished achievement for which custom or propriety forbids any fixed business price to be set. A gratuity paid for lecturing or similar service, usually not directly related to the value of service performed. |
