Take your skills to the next level with our comprehensive Post-Award Training Program! This interactive program is designed to equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in post-award management.
Bootcamp provides high-level training, focusing on post-award topics that are applicable university-wide. Departments are expected to provide training for their specific processes and procedures in tandem with bootcamp.
Bootcamp additionally promotes team building and development of a support network by making connections within the cohort and with colleagues and subject matter experts across both campuses.
Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your skills! Register now for the Post-Award Training Program.
Special thanks to the STAR Advisory Board and to our pilot participants for their help in developing this initiative.
Click here to see a list of RA Bootcamp graduates.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. New dates will be posted as soon as possible. More information will be sent to managers and enrolled participants as it becomes available. To enroll, managers must complete the registration form for the participant. Please contact Cynthia McKenna (mckenna@wustl.edu) with any questions.
About Post-Award Bootcamp
Core Training
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4-day program, held over 2 consecutive weeks (2 half-days per week)
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Covers essential topics in post-award management
Optional Training
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Customize your learning path with our optional classes:
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Procurement
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Travel
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In development: SUBs, Payroll, Final Reporting
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Prerequisites
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Completion of STAR 100 is required to attend the Post-Award Bootcamp
Credits
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Earn 8 credits towards the STAR certificate for completing the core training
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Earn 2 credit hours for each additional optional class completed
The Post-Award Bootcamp Core includes the following topics:
| Government Structure | Costing Principles | Meeting with Your PI |
| Costing Principles | Facilities & Administrative Costs | Award Setup |
| Federal Guidance | Post-Award Elements | Financial Oversight |
| University Guidance | Administrative Actions | Project Closeout |
By the end of the program, new RAs will have gained exposure to the breadth of post-award requirements and will have developed enhanced skills, allowing them to make greater contributions in their departments/divisions.
Participant Expectations
- Protect 7-10 hours per week to keep up with the curriculum.
- Attend each day’s training, all live meetings, and complete all homework assignments in a timely manner.
- Actively participate during live meetings and group exercises.
Hiring Manager Expectations
- Provide supplementary training specific to the area. The bootcamp will not cover departmental policies and processes.
- Provide department application examples (either recently completed or newly received) that coincide with weekly exercises.
- Protect 7-10 hours each week for the participant to attend live meetings and successfully complete program requirements (create a support back-up plan). Participants should not be asked to take vacation or work overtime in order to participate.