Pass-Through Entities

2019 is shaping up to be a year of change for the Federal grants community. The Office of Management and Budget expects to make changes to 2 CFR 200 and implement 400+ data standards. Plus, Congress…

2019 is shaping up to be a year of change for the Federal grants community. The Office of Management and Budget expects to make changes to 2 CFR 200 and implement 400+ data standards. Plus, Congress could pass the Grant Reporting Efficiency and Agreements Transparency Act of 2018 (GREAT Act). You need to know what these changes are and when they’re coming.

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™.

Organizations managing and receiving Federal grants need to understand the numerous requirements that come with each award. As a grant manager, make sure that your organization’s Federal financial…

Organizations managing and receiving Federal grants need to understand the numerous requirements that come with each award. As a grant manager, make sure that your organization’s Federal financial assistance stakeholders are familiar with 2 CFR 200. This will spread awareness on the benefits and risks of Federal grants across the organization. Participating teams select topics from Management Concepts’ most popular grants courses to present during a two-day class, allowing for a more streamlined approach to learning.

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 costshare 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 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…

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.

Filling out a timesheet should be easy. However, properly accounting for the actual time spent working on a Federally-funded grant project can be challenging for even experienced grant managers and…

Filling out a timesheet should be easy. However, properly accounting for the actual time spent working on a Federally-funded grant project can be challenging for even experienced grant managers and accountants. You will refresh your knowledge of compliant time and effort reporting and management practices for Federal grants in this self-paced course.

Numerous recent laws and government directives are impacting Federal grants management. These changes range from the shifting of certifications to SAM.gov to consideration of 426 grants data elements.…

Numerous recent laws and government directives are impacting Federal grants management. These changes range from the shifting of certifications to SAM.gov to consideration of 426 grants data elements. Plus significant updates to the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) will affect how you manage Federal grants. This one-day overview of the current grants environment will help build your understanding and ability to deal with “what’s next.”

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™.

As a grants professional, you’re constantly collecting and reviewing reports — but what happens next? You will practice implementing a Federal grant monitoring plan while weighing constantly changing…

As a grants professional, you’re constantly collecting and reviewing reports — but what happens next? You will practice implementing a Federal grant monitoring plan while weighing constantly changing information about program data, risks, resources, and requirements. Then you will use monitoring results to evaluate, report, and improve your advanced monitoring practices at the award and programmatic levels. This includes how and when to put technical assistance and corrective action plans into place.

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™.

Senior grants managers need to know when, what, and how to apply indirect cost (IDC) rates to Federal grant expenditures – and that it’s rarely a simple calculation. Others need to assess if IDC are…

Senior grants managers need to know when, what, and how to apply indirect cost (IDC) rates to Federal grant expenditures – and that it’s rarely a simple calculation. Others need to assess if IDC are applied consistently and accurately from the transactional to programmatic level. This one-day workshop will challenge you to work through several examples using the best-suited approach and newest templates.

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) Uniform Guidance: Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, (2 CFR 200) is the cornerstone of Federal…

The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) 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 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,…

Grant funders 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.

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 numerous 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 receive a Federal grant; what are the next steps? You need to manage the grant for both compliance and results. Develop a working understanding of issues that affect day-to-day operations and…

You receive a Federal grant; what are the next steps? You need to manage the grant for both compliance and results. 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 costshare contributions throughout the period of performance. This is a core course in the Pass-Through and Recipient Tracks of the GMCP™.