Designed for research development professionals, research administrators, faculty, and staff who support proposal development, research strategy, and sponsored research.
The Research Development (RD) Certificate provides a comprehensive introduction to the key principles and practices of research development, including team science, proposal development, funding searches and communication, and more. Participants will learn from experienced RD professionals, gain tools and resources to enhance professional success, and network with RD professionals across institutions
NORDP defines RD as a dynamic and growing field that combines strategic, proactive, catalytic, and capacity-building activities designed to enhance research. RD professionals support researchers in building compelling proposals, forming interdisciplinary teams, and securing funding that advances innovation and increases institutional competitiveness.
Required Courses
| Foundations of Research Development |
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| Research Impact by Design: Aligning Research, Funding, and Partnerships for Societal Benefit |
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| Proposal Development: Planning, Writing, and Reviewing |
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| Team-Building and Collaborative Processes that Enhance Competitiveness |
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| Federal Funding Foundations |
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| Exploration of Private Foundations and Public Charities |
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