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Target Audience: All staff (academic, research, KE, teaching, technical) involved in developing funding proposals and managing research or knowledge exchange projects.

This workshop aims to develop the skills necessary to succeed in Research funding starting at the pre-award stage. It covers essential topics including proposal development, budgeting, procurement, and stakeholder management. Participants will gain valuable insights into project governance, risk management, and timelines, with practical tips for avoiding common pitfalls. Featuring expert guidance from Research & Knowledge Exchange Services (RKES), the course equips researchers with the skills to plan and manage projects effectively, ensuring compliance and financial integrity. Ideal for anyone involved in research funding applications or early-stage project planning. 

This workshop is part of a series. Please visit https://bookings.strath.ac.uk/Home/Course/6859 for the second workshop “Post-Award now what? Tools & Strategies to Master Research Projects & Finances.” 

Course Outcomes/Objectives;

Course Objectives: 

• Equip participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage research projects during the pre-award phase. 
• Provide a comprehensive understanding of proposal development, budgeting, procurement, and stakeholder management. 
• Introduce key project management principles, including risk management, governance, and financial integrity. 
• Offer practical strategies to avoid common mistakes and overcome challenges in research project planning. 

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will be able to: 

• Develop and manage a research project proposal, including timeline and resource planning. 
• Navigate the complexities of research project finances, estates, and procurement processes. 
• Effectively manage stakeholders and relationships for project success. 
• Apply project management techniques, including risk assessment, governance, and compliance. 
• Recognise and overcome common issues in the pre-award research process for smoother project execution. 

Accessibility;

We are committed to ensuring our events and courses are accessible to all staff: 

For on-campus activity: 

• Full access information for the venue is available via AccessAble  

• Hybrid provision is not available  

• There will be audience participation  

• You are asked to attend the whole session  

• There will be a break  

• The session is relaxed – this means you can stretch, move around, stim etc.  

• Digital copies of resources will be emailed to participants in advance of delivery as standard / upon request  

• Contact edyta.boyle@strath.ac.uk  suzanne.rivers@strath.ac.uk to request printed materials in different formats  

• Please contact osdu-equity@strath.ac.uk to discuss any further access requirements  

Prerequisites

Cancellation Policy

When applying for a course, you should note that there will be a £50* charge to your Department / School if you do not attend your place on the course. There will be no charge as long as you cancel your booked place before the event or notify our staff at osdu@strath.ac.uk that you can no longer attend.

A Department / School is welcome to send someone else in your place if they wish without incurring a charge, providing that person has the necessary prerequisites for the course. In the case of courses split over more than one day, you are expected to attend ALL parts of the course.

*This is the standard charge for cancellation or non-attendance of a course of 1-day duration or less. For some courses, there may be a higher cancellation charge and if this is the case you will be advised of this at the time of booking.