GRT5002X - Grant Writing 101: Designing and Developing Grant Proposals
Course Description
Grant Writing 101: Designing and Developing Proposals is part of a series of five courses that will help you better understand and prepare successful grant applications to a variety of different funding sources. Throughout each course, you will find helpful definitions, activities, examples, and summaries, as well as short tests and quizzes.
In the realm of grant writing, the ability to craft compelling proposals that secure funding is essential. Our Designing and Developing Grant Proposals course offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricacies involved in designing and developing effective grant proposals. Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical application, participants will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complex landscape of grant writing with confidence and proficiency.
Key Benefits
- Fully online and self-paced program
- Acquire essential skills in Grant Writing Fundamentals
- Open to all levels, no prior experience necessary
- Credits stackable towards academic degrees
- No textbooks or additional materials needed
- Part of a comprehensive series of five courses leading to a professional Grant Writing certificate?
Learning Modules Include
Units covered in the course:
- Unit 1 Working with Stakeholders and Partner Organizations
- Unit 2 Managing a Grant Proposal
- Unit 3 Key Proposal Components and Best Practices
- Unit 4 Project Design and Logic Models
- Unit 5 Creating Budgets
- Unit 6 Persuasive Grant Writing
- Unit 7 Submitting Your Grant
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply research techniques to identify and align project goals with the priorities of potential funders.
- Analyze the key components of successful grant proposals to develop a structured and compelling submission.
- Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of grant proposals.
- Create a comprehensive grant proposal.
Requirements to Enroll
All learners are eligible to enroll in GRT5002X: Grant Writing 101: Designing and Developing Grant Proposals. There are no admissions requirements. It is recommended that learners have a high school diploma or GED
Estimated Time to Completion
18 Hours
Access Time
Learners will have access to their course learning modules for up to 30 days from the date of their enrollment.
Certificate of Completion
Upon successfully completing the GRT5002X: Grant Writing 101: Designing and Developing Grant Proposals course, learners will receive a National University Workforce Community Education Professional and Continuing Education Certificate of Completion. Furthermore, upon completing all five Grant Writing courses, learners will be conferred with an official National University Workforce Community Education Professional and Continuing Education Certificate of Completion.
How to Access My Course
After enrollment allow up to 24 hours for the course to appear in Brightspace. Follow the steps below:
- Log in to your student portal at westraining.nu.edu
- Click the drop down next to “Login”, then click “Student Login”
- Log in using User Name (email address) and Password
- Once logged into your PACE student portal, click on “Brightspace LMS” on the left-hand navigation panel.
- Under My Courses, click the course title to get started.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Grant Writing Certificate : Grant Writing Certificate