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