This certificate prepares federal grant recipient professionals to manage federal assistance awards with strong financial oversight, compliance practices, and defensible documentation. Through a series of applied courses, participants examine the financial administration of federal grants, including allowable cost management, procurement standards, internal controls, and cash management under 2 CFR 200. The program also addresses the management and monitoring of subawards, the interpretation of federal grant law and policy, the negotiation of award terms and special conditions, and the use of performance outcomes and results management to strengthen program accountability. Participants learn how to maintain audit-ready records, respond to oversight inquiries, and prepare for federal or Single Audit reviews through structured documentation and corrective action processes. By completing this certificate, learners strengthen their ability to manage grant funds responsibly, oversee subrecipients effectively, support program performance, and maintain compliance with federal financial and regulatory requirements.
