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Drop-In Sessions
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RA Support team members will highlight recent changes with FY2025 and FY2026 F&A rates and other topics drawn from current trends in questions received through ra-help@mit.edu. We invite you to bring questions and/or current proposals that you are working on. Join on Zoom (no registration required)
July
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A strong internal control environment is essential to ensuring the integrity, reliability, and compliance of research operations. This session will explore the definition, purpose, and various types of internal controls, with a focus on their application within higher education research settings. Participants will gain clarity on the roles and responsibilities that support a sound control framework and examine real-world examples that illustrate effective control practices. The session will also address the consequences of internal control failures, highlighting lessons learned and strategies for mitigation. Whether you're new to internal controls or looking to strengthen your current practices, this session offers valuable insights to enhance your organization's research compliance and assurance efforts.
Learning Objectives
- By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the definition, purpose, and types of internal controls
- Recall the roles and responsibilities associated with a sound internal control environment
- Provide examples of internal controls in research administration
- Discuss the impact of internal control failures
Registration is not required. Please join us July 16, 2026, via Zoom
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