Understanding Proposal Budgets

Tuesday, November 3, 2026
 1:30–3:00 p.m.
 Virtual

The Office of Research and Sponsored Program Services hosted a virtual workshop entitled Understanding Proposal Budgets.

Presenters

• Amanda Hamaker, Director, Pre-Award Services, Director, Sponsored Program Services
• Kristyn Jewell, Director of Interdisciplinary Research Administration

This session explained the fundamentals of proposal budgeting, define commonly encountered budget terms and requirements, and highlight Purdue resources available to assist faculty in preparing competitive proposal budgets.

Topics include

• Breaking down a sample budget
• Budgeting with partners and subcontracts
• Responding to sponsor budget requirements
• Understanding facilities and administration (F&A)
• Academic-year salary versus summer salary
• Evaluating cost-share requirements
• Purdue’s cost-sharing policy
• Resources and contacts for budget assistance