Do you know FCDO? Learn all the ins and outs of this development funder
The history, current priorities, and how to get started on your capture strategy today.
This course provides an introduction to the United Kingdom's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO, formerly DFID). By the end of this course, you will understand how FCDO operates, how your organization can engage early to capture opportunities, and exactly how working with FCDO is different than working with USAID.
Preview the course contents!
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A message from the instructor
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How to use this course
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Before we begin...
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Where are we in the business development life cycle?
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Glossary of Key Terms
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How FCDO Got Here
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The Politics of It All
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Bouncing Back
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Additional Reading
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FCDO Funder Focus Guide
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Test Your Learning
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Thematic Priorities
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Geographic Priorities
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Additional Reading
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Comparing FCDO and USAID Priorities
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Test Your Learning
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Program Design Process
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Additional Reading
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Early Market Engagement
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Test Your Learning
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Early Market Engagement Guide
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Opportunity Monitoring
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Comparing FCDO and USAID Design Processes
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Test Your Learning
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Test Your Learning: The Pros Respond!
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Current FCDO frameworks
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Additional Reading
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Test Your Learning
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Grants vs Contracts
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Even More Additional Reading
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Comparing FCDO and USAID Contracting Options
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Test Your Learning
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About this course
- 35 lessons
- 2 hours of video content
FAQ
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🤔 How do I know if this course is right for me?
If you think you need it, it's probably a good idea. We designed the course with folks like us in mind - people who are new business development pros, but don't have a deep understanding of the FCDO and how they operate. We have also heard from some folks who were familiar with DFID but haven't touched FCDO proposals that it's a great refresh on what has happened in recent years post FCO+DFID merger.
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🤷 Is the course entirely self-paced?
Yes! This means that if you're in the middle of a bid, you don't have to worry about missing out. Participants have access to all of the course materials for a full YEAR after registration, so you can also revisit the material when you need it. You'll also get a discount to re-enroll when we do our annual refresh!
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🫰 How much does the course cost?
In pursuit of accessibility, we created a tiered pricing structure based on the annual revenue of your organization: $425 if you handle $5m or more a year, $360 if you fall under that bar. We also have financial aid and scholarships available for those who qualify. Simply email [email protected] if you think you might qualify.
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😕 What if I have more questions about FCDO after the course?
Don't worry - our instructors also hang out in the Clubhouse community, where anyone can post a question anytime. Sue Dean will also be offering some special one-on-one sessions only for those who complete the course, where you can go deeper on your organization's concerns.
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👯 Can I enroll my whole team?
YES. And we encourage it! Enrolling your whole team helps establish a baseline understanding of what FCDO is all about, making it easier to engage when opportunities arise. Email [email protected] to access a special discount code for bulk registration.
To purchase the course on someone's behalf, simply check the "this is a gift" box at checkout and add their enrollment information.