TRAINING

This unique and comprehensive certificate course was developed in consultation with leading researchers with over 100 years of combined research experience and millions of dollars in grant funding at institutes in USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar. They possess deep, first-hand knowledge of the grant review process and what reviewers seek in a top-tier proposal. 

The goal of this course is to teach both the structure of grant proposal writing and how thoughtful strategy, persuasive communication, and attention to what reviewers seek in proposal can strengthen the case for getting funding.

What does this course cover?

This intensive, six-module course comprises of 4.5 hours of pre-recorded structured lectures covering all key components of grant writing. These six lessons are supplemented by a one hour video where six international research scientists share their real-world experience and practical insights on grant writing. The course structure follows the logical progression of proposal development and covers the following topics: 

• Understanding the Funding Landscape, Grant Mechanics, and Research Plan
• Conceptualizing and Drafting the Specific Aims
• Producing a quality study design with a methodological approach
• Highlighting the significance and innovation of the proposed research
• Research team and research facility planning
• Developing a well-justified research budget
• Data management plan and ethical compliance issues
• The grant review process - how to think like a grant reviewer and avoid common grant writing mistakes

Who should take this course

• Early- and mid-career researchers seeking competitive grants
• Academics and faculty members
• Research managers and development officers
• Graduate students (PhD) and Postdoctoral Fellows
• Medical doctors interested in applying for research grants

Benefits of taking this course

• Increase the probability of securing research funding.
• Learn how to plan the complex proposal development process.
• Master the writing techniques and methodology unique to grant proposals.
• Get certificate of course completion