Module 2.4: Navigating Agreements - 10 September 2024 - ARMS Conference

This module is being delivered as an in-person workshop at the ARMS Conference in Darwin. Registration is via the conference website. Please contact the ARMS Executive Office if you require assistance.

This Elective is delivered in-person, over one (1) partial day:

• Tuesday 10 September  2024, 9:00AM - 12:30PM

The Navigating Agreements module is intended to provide the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to understand the role of, and effectively manage, agreements in research administration across the research project lifecycle. The module aims to provide participants with an understanding of the different types of agreements used in research, the key components of an agreement, and the legal and financial implications of each component.

Participants will learn how to identify potential risks and liabilities associated with agreements and develop strategies to mitigate those risks. They will also gain an understanding of the negotiation process and strategies to ensure favorable terms for their institution. Additionally, the module will cover skills related to agreement drafting and review, compliance and regulatory issues, and monitoring and tracking agreement compliance through to completion.

The module is designed to provide all research management professionals with the tools and knowledge to understand and manage agreements throughout the lifecycle of a research project, from planning and proposals, to project setup, project management and closeout. Participants will be able to see how successful project outcomes can be achieved through good planning and the careful management of the agreement, while delivering value to the researcher and their organisation and protecting them both from potential legal and financial risks.

Key learning outcomes:

By the end of this module participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and importance of agreements across the research project lifecycle.
• Understand the purpose of different types of agreements commonly used in research.
• Understand the key components of an agreement and the legal implications of each.
• Identify potential risks and liabilities associated with agreements in research management.
• Understand the process of agreement review and execution.
• Understand the role of compliance and regulatory issues in agreement management.
• Develop skills in monitoring and tracking agreement compliance.
• Understand the role and responsibilities of research management professionals in the management and monitoring of research agreements.
• Understand the role of research management professionals in managing agreements during the closeout stage of the research project lifecycle, including closeout activities and managing remaining contractual obligations.

Who should attend?

This elective module is suitable for research management professionals from a wide range of backgrounds.

This module is written using examples from the Australian context, but the principles are broadly relevant to other Australasian jurisdictions.

Some experience in grant or contract administration may be useful but is not necessary. No legal background or training is required or assumed.

Presenter:

Dr Dora Horvath, Associate Director, Research Grants and Contract, Research Services | Swinburne Research & Enterprise| Swinburne University of Technology  

Location:

Darwin Conference Centre

Cost:

ARMS Members: $380 AUD (GST inclusive)
Non-Members: $490 AUD (GST inclusive)

INORMS Sister Associations via the INORMS Sister Association Reciprocal Benefit Scheme (ISARBS): $380 per Master Class (GST inclusive) - Required to contact the ARMS Accreditation Program Administrator to arrange registration.

Registration:

Via the ARMS conference website

Registration includes:

• Attendance in module and morning tea.
• All associated delivery material including the Body of Knowledge and a copy of the slide deck following the workshop.

Event Emails and Pre-reading:

The link to the Body of Knowledge (pre-reading), and any other relevant study materialswill be sent upon registration.

Accreditation:

The module is considered an elective module in the Foundation Level Accreditation Program (FLAP) but may be taken as an independent unit of study.

Assessment:

At the end of the workshop, participants will be invited to complete a non-compulsory assessment; due two (2) weeks after receiving the link from the ARMS Executive Office.

Those participants who are currently enrolled in the Established Level Accreditation Program (ELAP), or intend to register within the next tweleve (12) months, are strongly encouraged to successfully complete the assessment as this will count as points towards the ELAP.

CPD:

Accredited members (ARMAs and ARMFs) will automatically accrue 4 CPD hours for this module after successful completion of the assessment quiz.

If you have any questions, please contact the ARMS Accreditation Program Administrator ARMSAccreditation@researchmanagement.org.au or +61 8 8201 5592.

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