From the Desk to the Deadline: Training That Translates

From the Desk to the Deadline: Training That Translates

Learn the nuts and bolts of pre-award administration with tools you can use immediately.

Designed by a Research Admin Expert

Created by a 25-year veteran in research administration to reflect the challenges and realities you face.

Certificate to Showcase Your Expertise

Earn a professional certificate to boost your credibility and confidence in navigating research compliance and funding.

About the course

Pre-Award RAPID is a 5-session SELF-PACED course with 60-90-minute modules that goes beyond checklists and compliance—focusing on the why behind research administration and the purpose driving each process.   From the idea to proposal submission, each session unpacks the purpose and impact behind the processes. You'll explore how research administrators serve as the bridge between innovation and accountability, ensuring integrity, stewardship, and institutional success.

Dr. Denise Y. Wynn

Denise Y. Wynn, DBA, is a seasoned expert in research administration with over 25 years of experience guiding institutions through the complexities of grants, compliance, and post-award management. Known for her practical wisdom and people-centered approach, she empowers research professionals to lead with clarity, integrity, and confidence.

Curriculum

5 Chapters · 25 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to the Research Lifecycle

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      Introduction to the Research Lifecycle

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      Zoom Video Lesson 1

  2. 2

    Types of Funding & Sponsor Requirements

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      Types of Funding & Sponsor Requirements

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      Why do Federal Funders use Universities

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Why do Non-Federal Funders use Universities

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      Funder Type Comparison

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      Zoom Video Lesson 2

  3. 3

    Interpreting Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs)

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      Interpreting Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs)

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      Proposal Deadline Calculator

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      Zoom Video Lesson 3

  4. 4

    Proposal Development & Budgeting Basics

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      Proposal Development & Budgeting Basics

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      3 year Budget Template

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      Budget Questions (NO IACUC or IRB)

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      Budget Questions (W IACUC)

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      Budget Questions (W IRB)

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      Budget Justification

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      Comparison Chart of Case 1, 2, and 3

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      Case Study 1 - No IRB, No IACUC

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      Case Study 2 - IACUC

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      Case Study 3 - IRB

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      Sample Budget Justification

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      Zoom Video Lesson 4

  5. 5

    Collaboration, Subawards, and Multi-PI Proposals

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      Collaboration-Subawards-and-Multi-PI-Proposals

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      Internal Review & Submission Workflows

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Zoom Video Lesson 5

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