What does the Research Administration course cover?
Research Administration is covered here in 9 modules: Introduction to Research Administration: Defining research administration, Grant Management: Grant review and award processes, Grant types and funding mechanisms, Contract Negotiation and Management: Contract types and terms, Contract negotiation strategies and 6 more. The outline lists 36 specific topics, opening with defining research administration and closing with test-taking strategies and tips.
How do you approach Research Administration step by step?
The work is sequenced in 9 stages. It starts with Introduction to Research Administration: Defining research administration, moves through grant Management: Grant review and award processes, Grant types and funding mechanisms and Contract Negotiation and Management: Contract types and terms, Contract negotiation strategies, and ends at CRA Certification Exam Preparation: Exam format and content, Test-taking strategies and tips.
What is in Module 1 of the Research Administration course?
Module 1 is Introduction to Research Administration: Defining research administration. It works through defining research administration, understanding the research lifecycle, roles and responsibilities of research administrators and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 8 modules build on.
How is the Research Administration course delivered?
The Research Administration course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.
How much does the Research Administration course cost?
The Research Administration course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.
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Mastering Research Administration: A Step-by-Step Guide to CRA Certification
Course Overview
This comprehensive course is designed to provide research administrators with the knowledge and skills necessary to master the Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification exam. Through interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world applications, participants will gain a deep understanding of research administration principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements.Course Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of research administration, including grant management, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
- Develop skills in research proposal development, budgeting, and financial management.
- Learn best practices for managing research projects, including project planning, risk management, and team leadership.
- Understand the regulatory requirements for research, including human subjects protection, animal research, and intellectual property.
- Prepare for the CRA certification exam through interactive practice questions and case studies.
Course Outline
Module 1. Introduction to Research Administration: Defining research administration
- Defining research administration
- Understanding the research lifecycle
- Roles and responsibilities of research administrators
- Overview of research funding sources
Module 2. Grant Management: Grant review and award processes, Grant types and funding mechanisms
- Grant types and funding mechanisms
- Grant proposal development and submission
- Grant review and award processes
- Grant management and reporting requirements
Module 3. Contract Negotiation and Management: Contract types and terms, Contract negotiation strategies
- Contract types and terms
- Contract negotiation strategies
- Contract management and administration
- Contract disputes and resolution
Module 4. Regulatory Compliance: Conflict of interest and commitment
- Human subjects protection and IRB administration
- Animal research and IACUC administration
- Intellectual property and technology transfer
- Conflict of interest and commitment
Module 5. Research Proposal Development: Research proposal types and formats
- Research proposal types and formats
- Proposal writing and editing strategies
- Budget development and justification
- Proposal submission and review processes
Module 6. Budgeting and Financial Management: Budget types and formats, Cost sharing and matching funds
- Budget types and formats
- Budget development and justification
- Financial management and reporting requirements
- Cost sharing and matching funds
Module 7. Project Management: Project closure and evaluation, Project planning and initiation
- Project planning and initiation
- Project execution and monitoring
- Project risk management and mitigation
- Project closure and evaluation
Module 8. Team Leadership and Communication: Team building and motivation
- Team leadership and management strategies
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Team building and motivation
Module 9. CRA Certification Exam Preparation: Exam format and content, Test-taking strategies and tips
- Overview of the CRA certification exam
- Exam format and content
- Practice questions and case studies
- Test-taking strategies and tips
Course Features
- Interactive and engaging: Interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world applications to keep you engaged and motivated.
- Comprehensive and up-to-date: Covers all aspects of research administration, including grant management, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
- Personalized learning: Flexible learning pace and personalized feedback to accommodate your learning style and needs.
- Expert instructors: Taught by experienced research administrators with expertise in grant management, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
- Certification: Receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service.
- Lifetime access: Access to course materials and updates for a lifetime.
- Gamification and progress tracking: Track your progress and earn badges and points for completing lessons and achieving milestones.
- Community-driven: Join a community of research administrators and connect with peers and experts in the field.
- Actionable insights: Apply course concepts and skills to real-world scenarios and projects.
- Hands-on projects: Complete hands-on projects and case studies to apply course concepts and skills.
- Bite-sized lessons: Lessons are broken down into bite-sized chunks to accommodate busy schedules and learning styles.
- Mobile-accessible: Access course materials and lessons on-the-go using your mobile device.
- User-friendly: Easy-to-use interface and navigation to ensure a smooth learning experience.