Project completion and reporting

Ideally, reporting should be built into the grant: consider including progress and final reporting in the timeline of activities (identify when you'll report to the funder and how frequently) and evaluation (what will be reported to the funder in terms of how the project went and demonstrated outcomes achieved).

Project completion involves finalising all outstanding contractual obligations, including the submission of a Final Report and final project financial statement.

Reporting requirements will be most likely included in the research contract for your project, so ensure you read this carefully. In particular, carefully read any contractual obligations around achieving project milestones and the release of funds related to those milestones.

Funders will often have their own requirements and formatting for reporting, so ensure you're completely aware of what's been agreed in your project's contract or agreement. If you're still unsure then contact the Grant Management Team at research@csu.edu.au.