Constructing a Grants Office Review: A Case Study‪.‬

Introduction Working within an academic context one may find it uncomfortable (and even a little repugnant) to think about the college or university in terms of efficiency, productivity, and bottom lines. The notion of accountability seems more appropriate to he corporate and government sectors and belies the more noble goals of institutions of higher education to inspire young intellects, nurture good citizens, and explore ideas. And yet all institutions now face accrediting reviews that include questions on assessment practices, judging how well the institution is meeting its mission. This nation-wide push for accountability affects the curriculum and the performances of faculty and staff and often encourages our grants and sponsored program office management to expect that the exercise will lead to improvements.