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You are here: Home / Announcements / MicroLearning Monday – Changes to a Scope of Work

MicroLearning Monday – Changes to a Scope of Work

May 19, 2025

Welcome back to MicroLearning Mondays, our biweekly series of bite-sized research administration trainings brought to you by the Department of Contracts and Grants.

This week’s topic: Changes to Work Scope

Why It Matters:
Changes to the scope of work are among the most common post-award actions. These changes can significantly alter the objectives, approach, or key personnel originally approved by the sponsor. If not properly reviewed and approved, they can put your project at risk of noncompliance, funding delays, or audit findings. Knowing when a change constitutes a scope revision is essential to protecting your award and your research.

In This Video, You’ll Learn:

  • What qualifies as a change in scope of work.
  • Examples of common scope changes.
  • When sponsor approval is required.
  • How and when to notify your DCG Officer.
  • Best practices to avoid compliance pitfalls.

👉 Watch “Common Post-Award Actions: Changes to Work Scope”

Questions or Feedback?
We’re here to help! For anything related to MicroLearning Mondays, please reach out to Noah Congelliere in the Department of Contracts and Grants. For support with anything related to work scope changes, please reach out to your DCG Officer.

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