Mention the core components of a successful proposal. In one document, list the funding source, the web address for the funding guidelines, and create a checklist of required and optional components required in a grant proposal.

Be sure to note any required formatting, the mode of submission, and whether an Request for Proposal (RFP) exists pertaining to this project.

NB: The whole idea is that by the end of this course, we will have created a funding proposal appropriate for our research project.

See also: Reynolds, D. (2007). What is a grant proposal? Retrieved from http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-grant-proposal.htm

Outcome: Examine best practices and process for preparing a competitive funding proposal.

Learning Objective: List the core components of a successful proposal.