Fundamentals of Grants Management Training by Tonex
The Fundamentals of Grants Management training course by Tonex is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to manage grants efficiently from application to completion. This course covers the full lifecycle of grants, including the application process, financial management, compliance requirements, reporting, and audit preparation. Participants will gain practical insights into grant administration, ensuring effective use of funds while complying with regulations.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the full grants lifecycle from application to audit.
- Learn the key principles of financial management for grants.
- Master compliance and reporting requirements for grants.
- Explore effective grant application strategies.
- Develop skills to monitor and evaluate grant-funded projects.
- Prepare for audits and ensure adherence to grant terms.
Audience:
This course is ideal for:
- Grant administrators and managers.
- Financial officers handling grant-related projects.
- Non-profit organizations seeking to improve grant management.
- Government agencies involved in grant funding and oversight.
- Academic institutions managing research grants.
- Individuals new to grants management looking to gain foundational knowledge.
Course Outline:
Introduction to Grants Management
- Overview of grant types.
- Understanding grant funding sources.
- Role of a grant manager.
- Key terms and definitions.
- Grant lifecycle stages.
- Importance of grants management in various sectors.
Grant Application Process
- Identifying funding opportunities.
- Writing a compelling grant proposal.
- Budget development for grants.
- Submitting a successful application.
- Managing the application timeline.
- Common mistakes in grant applications.
Financial Management of Grants
- Budget tracking and reporting.
- Allowable vs. unallowable costs.
- Managing cash flow and disbursements.
- Ensuring proper documentation.
- Financial reconciliation of grants.
- Financial reporting requirements.
Compliance and Regulations
- Understanding federal and state regulations.
- Compliance with grant terms and conditions.
- Internal control systems for grant management.
- Monitoring and enforcement of compliance.
- Preventing and addressing fraud in grants.
- Record-keeping best practices for compliance.
Monitoring and Evaluation of Grant-Funded Projects
- Setting measurable goals and objectives.
- Tracking project performance indicators.
- Reporting project progress to funders.
- Corrective actions for underperforming grants.
- Evaluating the impact of funded projects.
- Post-grant evaluation processes.
Audit Preparation and Closeout
- Preparing for grant audits.
- Responding to audit findings.
- Steps for grant closeout.
- Final reporting requirements.
- Lessons learned from completed grants.
- Ensuring long-term sustainability of funded projects.
Ready to enhance your expertise in grants management? Enroll in Tonex’s Fundamentals of Grants Management course today and gain the skills you need to effectively manage grants from start to finish, ensuring compliance and maximizing impact for your organization.