Costing and Pricing of Research - 10 & 13 July 2026

Dates and Delivery

This master class is delivered over two interactive half-day sessions:

• Friday, 10 July 2026 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM (AEST)
• Monday, 13 July 2026 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM (AEST)

Please note: Attendance at both sessions is required.

Overview

Effective costing and pricing of research projects is a crucial skill for Researchers, Research Management Professionals, Department Finance Officers, and Commercial Managers. The Costing and Pricing of Research Master Class is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of research project costing and pricing. This ensures projects are adequately resourced and meet both organizational and investor requirements.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of:

• The influence of the external environment on costing and pricing
• Key terminology in costing and pricing
• Essential considerations and elements for effective costing and pricing of research projects
• Principles and components of the full cost of research
• Competitive neutrality requirements in costing and pricing
• Costing and pricing for medical trials
• Adapting costing and pricing strategies for specific funding rounds and agency requirements
• Key considerations for projects in New Zealand, Singapore, and US Federal Government Grants
• Crafting compelling funding requests
• Available resources within their organization for assistance

Who should attend?

The Master Class is ideal for Researcher Management Professionals and Research Commercial Managers involved in the costing and pricing of research projects. While the focus is on the university environment, the content is also applicable to other research institutions such as Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs), hospitals, research institutes, and organizations like CSIRO.

Presenter(s)

Mr Chris Thompson
FCThree Services

Format

Delivered online via Zoom Meetings, with opportunities for interaction and discussion.

Registration Fees

• ARMS Members: AUD $495 (GST inclusive)
  (Discount applied at checkout)
• Non-Members: AUD $595 (GST inclusive)
• INORMS Sister Associations (via ISARBS): AUD $495 (GST inclusive)
  (Please contact ARMS to arrange registration)

How to Register

• Members: Log in to your account and then continue your registration using the link below.
• Non-Members: Sign into your free website user account or continue your registration.

Event Information and Pre-reading

• Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email (please note this may be delayed if payment is pending).
• Pre-reading materials and Zoom access details will be provided approximately 10 days prior to the commencement of the master class.

Assessment and Accreditation Points

Participants will have the opportunity to complete an optional assessment, due two weeks after receiving the assessment link.

• This master class does not contribute to the Foundation Level Accreditation Program (FLAP)
• Participants seeking points toward the Established Level Accreditation Program (ELAP) must successfully complete the assessment

ARMS CANCELLATION POLICY

Should your circumstances change, and you are unable to attend this workshop, you must contact ARMSAccreditation@researchmangement.org.au by no later than 10 working days prior to the commencement of the scheduled event. ARMS will refund the full registration fee minus any administrative fees.

Should you cancel less than 10 working days prior to the commencement of this workshop, no refund will be payable but instead you may wish to send a proxy.

ARMS reserve the right to cancel, postpone or re-schedule courses and events due to minimum numbers not being reached or for other unforeseen circumstances.  In the event of a cancellation, ARMS will aim to advise all participants in writing five (5) days prior to the scheduled event and will refund the full registration fee including administrative charges within 30 days after notification.

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Enquiries

For further information or support, please contact:
ARMS Accreditation and Member Engagement Coordinator
ARMSAccreditation@researchmanagement.org.au
+61 8 8201 5592