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2027 Grants Management & Cost Allocation - Basic Training
January 25 – January 27, 2027
MDCPS State Offices
MDCPS State Offices
Jackson, Mississippi
This training covers the basics of public assistance cost allocation plans and the cost allocation process, including regulatory requirements for plan development and methodologies. It also offers an introduction and analysis of the Health and Human Services grants. This includes rules, regulations, grant lifecycle, terms and conditions. Throughout the training, a focus will be to emphasize the importance of bridging cost allocation with grant drawdowns, federal reporting and auditing. The “what’s, why’s, and when’s” will be taught for attendees to understand how to better develop strategies for revenue optimization and risk mitigation. Participants will also be provided with the opportunity to ask questions and network with peers to gain information about operations in other states.
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Previous Trainings
Grants & Cost Allocation - Advanced Training
May 12-14, 2026
University of Kentucky Coldstream Research Campus
Lexington, KY 40511
This advanced training builds on foundational cost allocation concepts and is designed for participants ready to move beyond basic principles into application and analysis. It focuses on how cost allocation directly impacts grant management, budgeting, and compliance, including PACAP requirements, allocation methodologies, and revenue implications. Through scenario-based exercises, participants will strengthen their ability to apply cost allocation across the full grants lifecycle, with emphasis on internal controls, audit readiness, and risk mitigation. Up to 18 CPE hours available for this training.
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Cost Allocation Training - Beginner
November 3-4, 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Dallas Love Field
Dallas, TX
This training covers the basics of public assistance cost allocation plans, including regulatory requirements and plan development processes. It also offers strategies for using cost allocation plans as a revenue optimization tool, with a focus on compliance with federal regulations. Participants will also learn about current issues affecting states and their cost allocation plans in the current budgetary climate.
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Grants Management Training - Beginner
November 5-6, 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Dallas Love Field
Dallas, TX
This training covers the basics of grants management for Health and Human Services type agencies. Participants will be able to gain valuable knowledge on a variety of concepts related to grants management including rules and regulations, grant lifecycle, terms and conditions, financial management best practices, reporting, monitoring and so much more.
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