RSA - 502 Theory of Grants and Contracts Administration

This course will introduce students to the principles of grants and contracts management, including the lifecycle of a grant or contract, how grant proposals and contract bids are developed, what the essential difference is between a grant and contract, the contract negotiation process, the subcontracting process and the regulations that govern grants and contracts including the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Students will be introduced to all areas of research administration including pre-award and post-award administration, responsible conduct of research and technology transfer. Some of the basics that the student will learn are: how a grant proposal is developed, the management of grants, contracts and subcontracts, what the essential difference is between a grant and a contract, how to respond to a Request For Application or Request For Proposal, the negotiation process and the regulations that govern grants and contracts including the Federal Acquisition Regulations. The course will provide the student with a better understanding of how to manage a sponsored projects pre-award office and what electronic systems are available to assist in applying for and managing grants and contracts. Prerequisite: Admission to the program. Credit Hours: (4)