• 2009 Memorandum
• 2009 Guidelines for Purchasing Computers
  

As a responsible recipient of federal research awards, Duke University accepts full accountability to sponsoring agencies for financial compliance with appropriate federal and agency regulations. Each employee of Duke University who engages in sponsored projects administration has an obligation to ensure compliance with sponsor and University requirements for the appropriate management of sponsored funds.

Duke has addressed this responsibility, in part, by instituting a highly effective and comprehensive compliance program. A key component of this program includes mandatory training of staff and faculty with grant-related financial responsibilities, optional certificate training programs, continuing education opportunities and dedicated on-line resources.

In addition, Research Costing Compliance (RCC^*) conducts extensive monitoring of all applicable financial actions relating to grant and contract management. RCC^* identifies potential compliance risk, monitors risk areas, and works closely with the University management centers, pre- and post-award offices to address compliance issues.

RCC^* is also responsible for developing and communicating financial compliance policy and practice. Through a dedicated website, regular updates to the campus community and continuous engagement with University leadership, RCC^* provides a comprehensive approach to financial compliance management.