Pass-Through Entities

The development and negotiation of indirect cost (IDC) rates, also called Facilities and Administrative rates, is a deeply involved process. Knowing which IDC method best applies to your organization…

The development and negotiation of indirect cost (IDC) rates, also called Facilities and Administrative rates, is a deeply involved process. Knowing which IDC method best applies to your organization is key, whether for state and local governments, universities, or nonprofit organizations. You will develop your understanding of IDCs further by gaining valuable hands-on experience as you calculate and negotiate rates under the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200). This is an elective course in all tracks of the GMCP™.

Statements on how organizations will meet cost-share requirements and report program income in their grant application are often optimistic. Yet more than 2,000 entities have received match and…

Statements on how organizations will meet cost-share requirements and report program income in their grant application are often optimistic. Yet more than 2,000 entities have received match and program Single Audit findings since 2014. You will share best practices on managing cost-share and program issues and learn how organizations can use match and income strategically to support project and program sustainability.

Grant managers should understand how 2 CFR 200relates to their organization’s procurement standards when buying goods and services with Federal grant dollars. They also need to be able to manage the…

Grant managers should understand how 2 CFR 200 relates to their organization’s procurement standards when buying goods and services with Federal grant dollars. They also need to be able to manage the purchasing process consistently, from issuing requests for proposals through contract closeout to avoid repaying questioned costs. You will complete preclass assignments and be prepared to closely evaluate case studies and best practices used for managing procurements under Federal grants.

Pass-through entities must monitor subrecipients based on the terms of their primary Federal grant agreements and any additional organizational policies. You will develop working familiarity with a…

Pass-through entities must monitor subrecipients based on the terms of their primary Federal grant agreements and any additional organizational policies. You will develop working familiarity with a risk-based approach to monitoring, apply techniques for assessing subrecipients, and gain insight into potential problem areas in grants administration. These insights inform how you can ensure proper spending of Federal funds on approved activities and reduce risk of negative Single Audit findings. This is an elective course in the Pass-Through Track of the GMCP™.

This one-day course is designed to help grant professionals stay up to date on the changing regulatory and legislative requirements for managing grants. This course reviews the significant updates…

This one-day course is designed to help grant professionals stay up to date on the changing regulatory and legislative requirements for managing grants. This course reviews the significant updates made to 2 CFR 200 in 2020, as well as the effects of legislation including the CARES Act and American Rescue Plan.

Grants management is a partnership. To be successful, grantees and grantors must work together and understand each other. Communication between grantees and grantors is a critical—and often overlooked…

Grants management is a partnership. To be successful, grantees and grantors must work together and understand each other. Communication between grantees and grantors is a critical—and often overlooked—part of effective stewardship of grant funds. This course will look at how to build relationships, understand other points of view, and communicate effectively. You will develop an understanding of the importance of managing relationships to improve the performance of federal grants.

This course explores pre-award and post-award risk assessments, from methodology and process to how to best leverage the results. Key topics include defining risk factors, qualitative and quantitative…

This course explores pre-award and post-award risk assessments, from methodology and process to how to best leverage the results. Key topics include defining risk factors, qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methodologies, documenting risk assessments, using risk assessments to identify specific conditions during pre-award, and using risk assessment results to develop post-award monitoring plans.

Internal controls are integral to effective grants management. In order to conduct effective internal controls, grants managers need a foundational knowledge of Government Accountability Office (GAO)…

Internal controls are integral to effective grants management. In order to conduct effective internal controls, grants managers need a foundational knowledge of Government Accountability Office (GAO) standards, risk management, and requirements outlined in 2 CFR 200. You will practice applying these concepts by reviewing sample policies for compliance and developing an internal control process to use on the job. This is an elective course in all tracks of the GMCP™.

Grants managers need to know when and how to apply indirect cost (IDC) rates to Federal grant expenditures—and that it’s rarely a simple calculation, even when using the de minimis rate. They also…

Grants managers need to know when and how to apply indirect cost (IDC) rates to Federal grant expenditures—and that it’s rarely a simple calculation, even when using the de minimis rate. They also need to treat IDC consistently and accurately from the transactional to programmatic level. This one-day workshop will challenge you to work through several common scenarios and examples.

You will develop working familiarity with a risk-based approach to monitoring, apply techniques for assessing recipients, and gain insight into potential problem areas in grants administration. These…

You will develop working familiarity with a risk-based approach to monitoring, apply techniques for assessing recipients, and gain insight into potential problem areas in grants administration. These insights inform how you can ensure proper spending of Federal funds on approved activities. This is a core course in the Federal Track of the GMCP™ and is frequently scheduled with Introduction to Grants and Cooperative Agreements for Federal Personnel.

The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB's) Uniform Guidance: Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards(2 CFR 200) is the cornerstone of…

The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB's) Uniform Guidance: Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR 200) is the cornerstone of Federal grants and financial assistance. You will learn when and how these requirements apply to program awards throughout the grant lifecycle. This is a core course in all tracks of the GMCP™ and is frequently scheduled with Cost Principles for Federal Grants.

Successful grants managers understand how the Federal cost principles affect their awards. Gain a firm grounding and practical experience in the concepts central to cost principles by applying them to…

Successful grants managers understand how the Federal cost principles affect their awards. Gain a firm grounding and practical experience in the concepts central to cost principles by applying them to different recipient types. Use the cost principles throughout the grants lifecycle: budget development and review, spending decisions, and site visits and desk reviews or audits. This is a core course in all tracks of the GMCP™.

Grant funders, both Federal and pass-through, need tools and know-how to assess the financial capabilities of their recipients — before, during, and after a Federal grant award. The ability to know…

Grant funders, both Federal and pass-through, need tools and know-how to assess the financial capabilities of their recipients — before, during, and after a Federal grant award. The ability to know when and how to evaluate recipients, conduct risk assessments, and monitor activities through financial statements, audit reports, and cost analysis is vital to both a recipient’s success and yours. You will learn to apply effective methods and leverage the tools and resources to take on the responsibility of protecting grant funds. This is an elective course in both the Federal and Pass-Through tracks of the GMCP™.

Spending decisions under Federal grants is challenging, especially with strict guidelines around what’s allowed and what isn’t. Understanding how to charge costs to grant awards and properly document…

Spending decisions under Federal grants is challenging, especially with strict guidelines around what’s allowed and what isn’t. Understanding how to charge costs to grant awards and properly document decisions to defend against disallowances will enable you to manage your award more effectively. You will build on the foundational skills gained in Cost Principles for Federal Grants: 2 CFR 200 (Subpart E) and FAR 31.2 by exploring common problems and learning how to resolve issues surrounding questioned cost. This is an elective course in all tracks of the GMCP™.

Federal funders and recipients need to understand the myriad statutory authorities, regulations, and agency rules that impact how grant funds are administered. You will develop an in-depth…

Federal funders and recipients need to understand the myriad statutory authorities, regulations, and agency rules that impact how grant funds are administered. You will develop an in-depth understanding of the laws surrounding grants by analyzing actual court cases and appeals board decisions. Through exercises and discussions, you will gain a holistic perspective of the Federal assistance process and the relevant laws and regulations. This is an elective course in all tracks of the GMCP™.

The crafting of Federal grant applications is a challenge for even experienced writers; they need to understand both the proposed project and the nuances of each section. As grant programs become more…

The crafting of Federal grant applications is a challenge for even experienced writers; they need to understand both the proposed project and the nuances of each section. As grant programs become more competitive, attention to detail during the writing process becomes more crucial. The workshop format allows you to develop and refine a sample grant application narrative using tools you can adapt to your needs. You are encouraged to bring your own application to gather feedback. This is an elective course in the Pass-Through and Recipient Tracks of the GMCP™.

The development of realistic and compliant budget proposals for Federal grant applications requires extensive planning and detail. You will develop a budget worksheet and narrative based on common…

The development of realistic and compliant budget proposals for Federal grant applications requires extensive planning and detail. You will develop a budget worksheet and narrative based on common Federal grant requirements. You will walk through the process, including requirements gathering, cost estimation, and submission, and will leave with the knowledge to create and adapt a development process at your organization. You are encouraged to bring your own budget proposal to class. This is an elective course in the Pass-Through and Recipient Tracks of the GMCP™.

You successfully win and receive a federal grant; what are the next steps? You need to manage the grant for both compliance and results. In this course, you will develop a working understanding of…

You successfully win and receive a federal grant; what are the next steps? You need to manage the grant for both compliance and results. In this course, you will develop a working understanding of issues that affect day-to-day operations and federal grant management through a series of exercises and discussions. You will cover topics such as site visits to managing cost-share contributions throughout the period of performance. This is a core course in the Pass-Through and Recipient Tracks of the Grants Management Certificate Program™.

The Federal grant application process can be overwhelming. Taking the appropriate planning steps can make the application process easier and more fluid. You will cover the Federal financial assistance…

The Federal grant application process can be overwhelming. Taking the appropriate planning steps can make the application process easier and more fluid. You will cover the Federal financial assistance process from identifying and qualifying opportunities to submission. You will navigate Grants.gov to evaluate the Notice of Funding Opportunities, and review peer comments. You will also walk through the key components of an effective application. This is a core course in the Recipient Track of the GMCP™.

Subawards are the focus of increasing scrutiny from agency inspectors general, auditors, and Federal awarding offices. Pass-through entities must be especially careful when awarding grant dollars to…

Subawards are the focus of increasing scrutiny from agency inspectors general, auditors, and Federal awarding offices. Pass-through entities must be especially careful when awarding grant dollars to subrecipients and act in accordance with the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200). Learn to maintain a compliant subaward process and implement effective monitoring measures for subrecipients. This is a core course in the Pass-Through Track of the GMCP™.