RA Support provides self-study webinars for participants to learn at their own pace. Offerings include courses developed by RA Support, as well as webinars created by the National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA). MIT authentication is required to view webinars.
Webinars developed by RA Support are hosted on Atlas, which allows learners to stop and start webinars on their own schedule. Using the My Courses tab, learners can return to where they left off or view previously completed courses for credit.
In addition to self-study webinars, RA Support also hosts regular trainings and other events on Zoom. View all upcoming trainings or browse the webinars below for recordings of recent events.
Research Administration Practices (RAP)
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[Presented April 17, 2025]
This lesson explores improving the subaward modification process, guided by Research Subaward Team members. It highlights the significance of understanding procedures and resources for effective subaward management, including changes and tools that assist with workflow and minimize delays in issuing modification.
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[Presented December 12, 2024]
This course provides an overview of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, which are federally funded initiatives designed to support small businesses in their research and development efforts.
Topics covered in this course include:
- Understanding SBIR and STTR Programs: An introduction to the objectives, structure, and funding mechanisms of SBIR and STTR programs.
- General Program Requirements: Guidance on funding allocation requirements and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Proposal Preparation and Submission: Best practices for correctly routing proposals.
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[Presented November 14, 2024]
We welcome all research administrators to join us to discuss recent updates regarding MIT issuing subaward agreements to outside entities. The Research Subaward Team will discuss changes to Uniform Guidance, recent trends in Federal solicitations, available resources, and red flags for Administrators that present challenges and difficulties in project implementation with recent examples.
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Our projects frequently include collaborations with others. These collaborations can vary in the level of involvement and face-to-face engagement. While we may be adept at navigating these partnerships when the other entity is another US-based institution of higher education, what do we need to consider when we collaborate with other types of entities? What might differ in our approach? Using a scientific example as our guide, we will develop a thorough approach to collaborations that helps us develop a plan for success.
We will talk through various aspects of potential collaborations, the related things to keep in mind, and potential questions to ask. For example, will the collaborator need to be on our campus, will they need access to our systems, are they subject to the single audit requirements? This session focuses on the questions to ask to get a full picture of the involvement of the collaborator. In some cases, we will have tried-and-true methods to share, but in others, we aim to help participants develop an approach for decisions that rely more on institutional policies and risk tolerance.
View the recorded webinar: NCURA: Considerations for Collaborations (requires MIT authentication)
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Navigating the complexities of post-award grant management can be challenging for both grant recipients and administrators. This webinar will provide a clear understanding of post-award allowability requirements, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and non-governmental funding policies while maximizing the impact of grant funds.
View the recorded webinar: NCURA: Navigating Post-Award Allowability (requires MIT authentication)
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Attendees will gain insight into how they can best support the lifecycle of research grants and contracts, including overall project management, timeline tracking, and compliance with reporting and terms. We will discuss tools and strategies that research administrators can use to support Principal Investigators (PIs) in understanding award obligations and ensuring successful project execution. Key topics will include navigating award terms and reporting requirements, managing deadlines, and working with central offices, funding agencies, and other key internal stakeholders.
Learning Objectives
- Participants will understand the research administrator’s role in managing award terms and deliverables.
- Participants will learn how to navigate key reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines and institutional policies.
- Participants will discuss tools and strategies for monitoring progress, managing deliverables, and troubleshooting common challenges in research project management.
View the recorded webinar: NCURA: The Research Administrator’s Role in Project Management & Reporting (requires MIT authentication)
Kuali Coeus (KC) eLearning Courses
The Kuali Coeus (KC) Learning Bundle offers eLearning courses available anytime for individual self-study. Some may be prerequisites for Kuali Coeus Virtual Classes.
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Instructions, resources and guidance on basic KC navigation, Lifecycle of an Award at MIT, gathering necessary proposal information and searching for proposals. View on Atlas
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Instructions, guidance and exercises for creating and routing a proposal. View on Atlas
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Instructions, guidance and exercises for Budget preparation in KC, including Summary, Detailed and using Single Point of Entry. View on Atlas
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Instructions and guidance for navigating KC Award tabs to find Sponsor award terms including start and end dates, obligated and anticipated award totals, terms and conditions, required reports, their due dates and more. View on Atlas
Other Presentations
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MIT Lincoln Laboratory and MIT Campus – April 2019 [PDF]
Updated April 24, 2025