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The Financial Management Conference is a virtual professional development event focused on financial and post-award management in research administration. Held online February 9–11, 2026, the conference brings together structured learning and targeted sessions designed for administrators engaged in the financial stewardship of sponsored awards.

The full Financial Management Certificate is available during the event, with eligibility based on attendance in identified sessions and workshops. Full-meeting registrants also receive access to session recordings for up to 30 days after the conference.

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Why This Conference

  • Financial Management in Practice
    Focused instruction on managing sponsored awards, addressing cost principles, post-award requirements, and financial oversight.
  • Peer and Expert Engagement
    Structured opportunities to learn from and exchange perspectives with experienced research finance professionals.
  • Responding to Change
    Discussion of current and emerging challenges in research finance, including evolving sponsor expectations and institutional requirements.

Who Should Attend

This conference is designed for professionals who manage or support research finance in academic, nonprofit, or government settings. Ideal participants include:

  • Research administrators and financial managers working with grants, contracts, and sponsored awards.
  • Directors and senior leaders overseeing research finance, compliance or post award operations.
  • Professionals responsible for cost allocation, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Individuals pursuing CPE Credit or Financial Management Certificate.

What to Expect

  • Expert-Led Training
    Learn directly from experienced speakers, panelists, and trainers on topics spanning grant accounting, cost principles, and non-financial post-award management.

  • Certificate Pathway
    Complete the Financial Management Certificate by attending the identified required and elective sessions and workshops during the event.

  • Flexible Access
    Participate in live virtual sessions, ask questions in real time, and revisit content with 30-day access to session recordings after the conference ends.

  • Practical Tools and Resources
    Gain insights, strategies, and case studies you can immediately apply in your day-to-day work.

Questions?

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