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Budgeting for Compliance: Designing Budgets That Survive Post-Award Scrutiny 

May 13, 2026
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

Budget development during the proposal phase plays a critical role in shaping financial health and compliance of an award throughout its lifecycle. This session offers Pre-Award professionals a Post-Award lens on budgeting, highlighting how early decisions can either support or hinder long-term financial integrity. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, we'll explore common pitfalls such as unallowable costs, effort commitments, and cost-sharing challenges, and how to proactively address them during proposal preparation. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to design budgets that meet sponsor expectations, align with institutional policies, and withstand Post-Award scrutiny.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Identify budget elements that commonly lead to Post-Award compliance issues.

• Apply strategies to design proposal budgets that align with sponsor and institutional requirements.

• Collaborate more effectively with Post-Award teams to ensure financial readiness and reduce audit risk.

• Evaluate the Impact of Budget Design on Award Monitoring and Reporting.

• Incorporate Audit-Resistant Practices into Budget Development.

• Navigate Cost-Sharing Commitments with Greater Confidence.

• Apply Real-World Case Studies to Strengthen Budgeting Practices.

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites
None.

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

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Member Price: $250.00 Non-Member Price: $355.00

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Crisis Leadership in Research: Lessons from Managing Grant and Compliance Challenges 

April 27, 2026
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

In times of crisis, effective leadership in research administration is crucial to maintaining stability and ensuring the continuity of essential functions. Leaders must demonstrate agility, clear communication, and decisive action to navigate challenges and mitigate risks. Building a resilient organizational culture that can adapt to unforeseen circumstances is key. Additionally, fostering collaboration and leveraging technology can enhance problem-solving capabilities and streamline crisis response efforts. Ultimately, strong crisis leadership not only addresses immediate issues but also strengthens the organization's long-term resilience and strategic positioning. Join this session to learn about successfully managing a crisis.

Learning Objectives

• Participants will hear how to remain cool, calm, and collective during a crisis.

• We will discuss how to ensure continuity of essential sponsored research functions.

• We will provide tips on building a resilient operational culture that can adapt to an unforeseen crisis.

• We will discuss how fostering collaboration and leveraging technology can streamline crisis response efforts.

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites
None.

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

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• It's better for organizations with low bandwidth to only have the webinar running on 1 computer in a conference room than having 10 individual people running the session on 10 computers at their desks.
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Member Price: $250.00 Non-Member Price: $355.00

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Building the Blueprint: Effective Policy and Procedure Development in Research Administration 

April 16, 2026
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

Whether you work in a department, college, central office, or as part of your institution's senior administration, clear and compliant policies are key to efficient research administration. This session offers practical guidance for creating procedures and policies that align with institutional goals, sponsor, and Federal requirements. 

Attendees will explore the difference in policies and procedures/processes, best practices for engaging stakeholders, drafting concise documents, and maintaining policies through regular reviews; learn strategies to address emerging challenges, avoid common pitfalls; and take a proactive approach to procedure and policy development. Attendees will leave with tools and insights that will provide a solid foundation for research administration success.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Understand the distinction between policies and procedures and their role in research administration.

• Learn strategies for engaging stakeholders and gathering input.

• Gain insights for drafting and maintaining effective policies and procedures.

• Explore solutions for addressing compliance, risk management and emerging issues.

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites
A basic understanding of policy development/creation.

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

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Member Price: $250.00 Non-Member Price: $355.00

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This PDF resource aims to help research administration professionals in varying roles understand the transferable skills they have, what kinds of roles those skills would translate well to, and how to grow, build, and expand their skills. It primarily targets administrators unsure how their experience makes them competitive for new or different roles. 

Topics include: 

• Technical Skills
• Soft Skills
• Transitioning Across Roles

(66 pages, PDF, © 2026) 

Exclusively available online. Purchase and download the PDFs. Once purchased the PDF will be available for download for 30 days. To purchase click the “Register” button.

Jennifer Cory
Director of Strategy and Operations
Center for Definitive and Curative Medicine 
Stanford University

Csilla Csaplár
Assistant Vice Chancellor, Research Administration and Compliance
University of California, Santa Cruz

Kay Gilstrap
Director of Internal Controls and Policy Development Grants
University Research Centers
Georgia State University

Rebecca Hunsaker
Executive Director of Research Management
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
University of Maryland

Jeremy Miner
Associate Director, Pre-Award
Office of Sponsored Programs
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Heather Offhaus
Director, Grant Services & Analysis
University of Michigan Medical School

Robyn Remotigue
Executive Director, Office of Research & Scholarship
College of Nursing 
UNT Health Fort Worth

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FFATA Reporting from FSRS to SAM.gov 

December 9, 2025
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

Keeping up to date with federal regulations in 2025 has turned into a full time job. The recent transition from FSRS to SAM.gov for FFATA reporting forced many of us out of our comfort zones and into a new system without much training or notice. Don’t be intimidated! This webinar will discuss the transition from FSRS to SAM,gov, explain the requirements behind this process, outline effective reporting procedures, provide “tried and true” methods for ongoing compliance strategies, and how FFATA ties into changes in the subaward environment. This webinar is designed for the research administrator who is responsible for FFATA Reporting as well as Managers/Directors who oversee this process.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session:

• Participants will be provided with tools and guidance to understand the new reporting requirements and improve upon their compliance strategies.

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites
None

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

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• It's better for organizations with low bandwidth to only have the webinar running on 1 computer in a conference room than having 10 individual people running the session on 10 computers at their desks.
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Member Price: $145.00 Non-Member Price: $170.00

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Demystifying Data Use Agreements: Practical Guidance from the FDP DTUA Working Group 

November 18, 2025
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

Navigating Data Use Agreements (DUAs) is a critical but often complex part of research administration. From privacy considerations to compliance and institutional risk, understanding how to choose and apply the right DUA is essential for protecting your institution and enabling research success.

Join leaders from the FDP Data Stewardship Subcommittee and DTUA Working Group for a practical, engaging session on the fundamentals of DUAs and how to leverage the FDP DTUA templates effectively. Our expert panel will clarify the different FDP DTUA versions, share insights on selecting the right agreement for your project, and discuss common challenges and solutions from the field.

Whether you're new to DUAs or looking to deepen your expertise, this webinar will provide actionable tools and knowledge to better support your researchers and manage data-sharing responsibilities.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core purpose and structure of Data Use Agreements (DUAs), including privacy and compliance considerations.

• Identify the different FDP DTUA templates available and the appropriate use cases for each.

• Apply practical strategies for selecting, negotiating, and managing DUAs to support research projects effectively.

• Recognize common pitfalls and challenges when working with DUAs and how to address them proactively.

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites
None

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

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Member Price: $145.00 Non-Member Price: $170.00

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Tips and Tools for Preparing Investigator Disclosures on Biosketches and Current & Pending Support 

November 12, 2025
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Understand recent federal guidance related to research security, disclosure of foreign activities, and requirement from NSTC and NSPM-33, and distinguish key differences in biosketch and current/pending support requirements across major federal agencies.

• Participants will also be able to apply best practices when using tools like SciENcv and ORCID iD, including how to effectively link publications and maintain consistent researcher profiles. In addition, they will be able to identify common errors in disclosure documents and recognize red flags that could trigger compliance concerns or delay proposals and awards.

• Finally, participants will learn how to support principal investigators in complying with institutional and sponsor-specific policies, including accurate documentation of in-kind support, consulting arrangements, and other professional commitments. They will be equipped with strategies for collecting, verifying, and organizing faculty information in a manner that is both timely and compliant.

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites
None

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

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• It's better for organizations with low bandwidth to only have the webinar running on 1 computer in a conference room than having 10 individual people running the session on 10 computers at their desks.
• Audio (sound) is projected through your computer speakers. Be sure your computer is equipped with speakers so you can hear the presenters.

Member Price: $145.00 Non-Member Price: $170.00

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Research Compliance Across the Life Cycle: From Current & Pending Support to Effort Reporting  

October 14, 2025
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

Research compliance is not a single checkpoint—it’s an ongoing responsibility that spans the entire life cycle of an award. From the proposal stage to project closeout, institutions must ensure transparency, accuracy, and alignment with evolving federal regulations. This session will guide research administrators through critical compliance touchpoints, beginning with disclosure obligations such as Current and Pending (or Other) Support, and concluding with post-award responsibilities such as effort reporting. Participants will gain practical insights for managing disclosures, ensuring appropriate oversight, and navigating emerging regulatory expectations. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of compliance obligations from pre-award to closeout. Participants will explore best practices for aligning internal processes with federal regulations, sponsor requirements, and institutional policies.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Identify key compliance requirements at each stage of the research award lifecycle, from proposal to closeout.
• Explain the purpose, content, and federal expectations for Current and Pending (or Other) Support disclosures and how they relate to research integrity and transparency
• Recognize common institutional responsibilities related to non-financial and financial compliance.
• Explain core concepts in effort reporting and alternative methods for compensation compliance.
• Evaluate the impact of emerging policies and guidance on compliance operations and institutional readiness.
• Differentiate between institutional and individual responsibilities in maintaining research compliance and identifying potential conflicts of interest or commitment.
• Articulate the potential consequences of non-compliance for both individuals and the institution.
• Apply best practices and implement internal controls to proactively manage compliance risks and avoid common audit findings.

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.

Prerequisites
None

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

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• We recommend a wired connection. A wired connection gives a consistent signal and consistent bandwidth. A wired connection provides a better experience.
• It's better for organizations with low bandwidth to only have the webinar running on 1 computer in a conference room than having 10 individual people running the session on 10 computers at their desks.
• Audio (sound) is projected through your computer speakers. Be sure your computer is equipped with speakers so you can hear the presenters.

Member Price: $145.00 Non-Member Price: $170.00

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The Latest in Audits  

September 29, 2025
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

The world of university research has been inundated with change during 2025. Audits are one of the few constants amidst the turbulence we have experienced. The federal government and other sponsors continue to conduct incurred cost and compliance engagements, and the Single (Uniform Guidance) Audit is still an annual task for most institutions. This webinar will focus on recent audits to help institutions know what to expect from such activities.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Understand the basic structure of an audit of a sponsored program
• Understand how reviewing published audits can improve an institution’s fiscal compliance
• Hear about recent audits conducted by federal Inspectors General
• Learn sources for additional information regarding federal audit

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.

Prerequisites

None

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

NCURA webinars use the Zoom Webinar platform. To confirm that you are ready to participate, please test your browser before joining the webinar, or review the more detailed system requirements.

• It is recommended that you use a PC or MAC with an updated Internet Browser either Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Edge or Safari.  
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• Wifi is not recommended. The problem with WiFi is signal strength can vary causing bandwidth to increase or decrease.
• We recommend a wired connection. A wired connection gives a consistent signal and consistent bandwidth. A wired connection provides a better experience.
• It's better for organizations with low bandwidth to only have the webinar running on 1 computer in a conference room than having 10 individual people running the session on 10 computers at their desks.
• Audio (sound) is projected through your computer speakers. Be sure your computer is equipped with speakers so you can hear the presenters.

Member Price: $145.00 Non-Member Price: $170.00

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RFP Review Best Practices  

September 18, 2025
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET * Webinar
3:35 – 4:30 pm ET * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty Directly!

Request for Proposals (RFP) can be intimidating. They don’t all look the same and they may not fit the mold of traditional submissions.  It walks, talks and smells like a grant, but, is it a grant or even a contract.  Oh, my it has language in there I have not seen before!  It is asking me to sign off on terms at the proposal phase.  Can I do that?  It does not matter what experience level you have; RFPs can be overwhelming.  As we pivot to more diversified funding, this session will be beneficial to understand how to help our faculty interpret and maneuver around the RFP.  We would like to help you become comfortable with reading, interpreting, and translating RFPs.  Join us for an afternoon of learning and conversation.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Understand RFPs and funding announcements
• Understand who governs RFPs
• Deconstruct the RFP: a. Language interpretation b. Sponsor crosswalk c. Writing for the Reviewer
• Dissect the Terms and Conditions
• Interpret out to the PI
• Understand best methods and proven techniques

Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.

Prerequisites

None

Participants receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits.

You can access your certificate from the box on the right side of the screen, after filling out the webinar evaluation.

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• We recommend a wired connection. A wired connection gives a consistent signal and consistent bandwidth. A wired connection provides a better experience.
• It's better for organizations with low bandwidth to only have the webinar running on 1 computer in a conference room than having 10 individual people running the session on 10 computers at their desks.
• Audio (sound) is projected through your computer speakers. Be sure your computer is equipped with speakers so you can hear the presenters.

Member Price: $145.00 Non-Member Price: $170.00

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