aiM Higher is a University of Michigan guided, self-study program designed to assist research administrators in preparing for the Certified Research Administrator (CRA®) exam. The CRA® exam is offered in the Fall by an independent certifying body.
The “Body of Knowledge” covered by the exam includes areas of research administration:
project development and administration;
legal requirements and sponsor interface;
financial management; and
general management.
When is aiM Higher?
The study group is held over a ten-week period before the Fall 2022 CRA® exam. The group will meet every Friday from September 9, 2022, through November 4, 2022,from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. via Zoom.
The Certified Research Administrator (CRA®) credential demonstrates a level of knowledge of all aspects of research administration. It is obtained by qualifying for and taking the CRA® exam, administered by the Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC) http://www.cra-cert.org.