Kotzee, NinetteDu Toit, Elda2026-04-102026-04-102025Kotzee, N. & Du Toit, E. 2025, 'Improving post-award grant management efficiency through process mapping and activity-based costing', Journal of Research Administration, vol. 56, no. 2, pp. 127-159.1539-1590 (print)2573-7104 (online)http://hdl.handle.net/2263/109524This case study details how the University of Pretoria’s Grant Management Unit improved post-award grant management efficiency and compliance. Using process mapping and Activity-Based Costing, the Unit identified and addressed inefficiencies, high compliance costs, and process bottlenecks. Activity-Based Costing provides valuable insights into resource allocation and cost optimization. This integrated approach offers a practical model for enhancing efficiency and compliance in resource constrained universities.en© The Author(s) 2025. This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.Process mappingGrant managementResearch managementActivity-based costingGovernance frameworkComplianceSystematic approachWorkflowArticle