What is the purpose of the preparatory phase?
We have found that projects that have a history of working together have a better chance of success than those who are new to each other. Because of the complexities of these consortia agreements (six institutions spanning three countries), formal agreements help the project director manage his or her way around a number of potential administrative obstacles. At the time of the first annual report you will be required to submit to the three funding authorities signed copies of formal agreements signed by all partner institutions with respect to: (a) academic credit transfer and recognition; and (b) student tuition and fees. Please note that the preparatory phase of the project does not reduce the need for you to develop and present clear and detailed plans of action and signed support letters from all of your partner institutions at the time of application. The application must be completely and fully developed, including a section on the preparatory phase that describes plans to addre
