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Calyptus Consulting Group
Training Provided by Calyptus Consulting Group The 5-day course (also available in 2, 3 and 4 day formats) is designed specifically for individuals responsible for grants administration and management. We will cover current grants management processes, preparation and review of grant proposals; and reporting and auditing requirements. Current compliance issues will be covered. Topics include the grants management process; the process and the players; structuring the announcement; making responsibility determinations; developing selection criteria; types of grants; selecting the grantee; negotiations with the grantee; monitoring and ensuring compliance; instruction to grant administration; managing grants; grant agreement formation; integrating the grantee's application; and grant administration
This is primarily ilt training
group study and discussionThis class may involve group study
instructor led trainingThis class may be available at a classroom in Lexington, MA,
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Course Level:introductory
Duration:5 days
Training Presented in:English
Grants Management Training Day One

The Grants Management Process
Presentation
Case Study
Exercise

The Process and the Players
Grant Administration
Grantee
Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
Agency Auditors
Comptroller General
Day Two

Structuring the Announcement
Format
Certificates
Application Requirements
Funding/Eligibility

Making Responsibility Determinations
Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibility Components

Developing Selection Criteria
Mandatory Requirements
Special Requirements
Cost as an Element

Competitive Requirements
Responsibility
Responsiveness
Number and Quality
Public versus Private
Subgrant Competition

Type of Grants
Cooperative Agreements
Cost-Type
Fixed Price
Cost Sharing

Day Three

Selecting the Grantee
Process
Qualifications of Reviewers
Qualitative and Quantitative
Documentation
Ensuring Fairness and Equity
Performing Financial Analysis on Potential Suppliers

Negotiations with the Grantee
Roles and Responsibilities
Negotiations Process
Setting Appropriate Objectives
Negotiation Styles
Using a Six-Step Process for Succes

Ensuring Compliance with Terms and Conditions
Circulars
Policies
Acquisition Regulations
Legal Requirements
Required Terms and Conditions

Day Four

Introduction to Grant Administration
Initial Case Study: Dealing with Grants
Administration Issues: A Birdseye View

Managing Projects
The Project Management Cycle
Roles and Responsibilities
Project Management Leveraging Exercise
Scheduling Projects: What are the Options?
How to Manage Risks?
The Rules of Documentation

Grant Formation
Importance of the Narrative
Payment Term Options
Various Grant Types and Applicable Terms and Conditions
Interpreting Grant Agreements

Day Five

Integrating the Grantee s Application
Acceptance
Mistakes
Securing Grant Performance

Grants Administration
Inspection and Acceptance
Risk of Loss
Delays
Changes in Budgets and Scope
Managing Changes: The Change Process
Payment Matters
Reports
Schedule Changes
Problem Solving and Corrective Action
Disputes/Appeals
Simulation: Managing a Grantee Problem
About The Training Provider: Calyptus Consulting Group
Calyptus Consulting Group - Providing best-in-class training and consulting services, resulting in long-term, successful and satisfied customers. WHO WE ARE We are a professional services company based in Lexington, MA, specializing in the purchasing, contracting, and supply management areas. We offer consulting, assessment and procurement training services designed to help organizations improve their quality,...
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