Developing and Monitoring Indirect/F&A Cost Rate Proposals

Overview

Explore indirect cost (IDC) rates through hands-on experience! This course will introduce you to the basics of IDCs (sometimes called Facilities and Administrative or F&A rates). You will explore how to develop IDC rates and prepare and negotiate IDC proposals. This is an elective course in all tracks of the GMCP™ and will enable you to determine which IDC method best applies to your organization—whether state, local, or tribal government; university; or nonprofit.

Who Attends

Personnel and independent accountants responsible for developing or monitoring indirect cost rates. Auditors and others with oversight of Federal grant awards will benefit from this course.

Course Level: Intermediate
CLP: 16 | CPE: 16
Duration: 2 Days

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June 15 - June 16, 2026

Class ID: 262085006

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

July 29 - July 30, 2026

Class ID: 262085007

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

August 10 - August 11, 2026

Class ID: 262085008

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

September 30 - October 1, 2026

Class ID: 262085009

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

November 4 - November 5, 2026

Class ID: 262085010

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

December 14 - December 15, 2026

Class ID: 262085011

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

Learning Objectives

Explain the purpose of an indirect cost rate
Practice reviewing indirect cost rate development practices
Prepare negotiation points
Confirm appropriate use of indirect cost rates

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Developing & Monitoring Indirect/F&A Cost Rate Proposals under 2 CFR 200

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

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This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

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Elective Courses

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