Advanced European Project Design Course
From Project Idea to Project Management
Course objectives
The Advanced European Project Design Course is a 14-hour online programme designed for participants who wish to develop practical skills in the design, planning and management of projects funded by the European Union. Through interactive workshops, practical exercises, case studies and simulations, participants will explore the tools and methodologies used by European project design professionals to transform an idea into a structured, coherent and competitive project proposal.
The course covers the key stages of project development, from needs assessment and the definition of objectives, to activity planning and budget development, concluding with the preparation of the project implementation and management phase. Particular attention will be given to the practical application of project design tools through collaborative exercises, simulations and work on real cases or project ideas proposed by participants.
The programme combines guided preparatory activities and workshops in small groups, encouraging exchange among participants from different countries, professional backgrounds and areas of interest. In addition to proposal development, the course introduces the main tools and processes used during the implementation phase, enabling participants to understand the connections between project design, management, monitoring and evaluation.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- transform a project idea into a structured and coherent project proposal;
- analyse needs, problems and stakeholders relevant to a European project;
- develop a results-oriented intervention logic;
- design Logical Frameworks, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Work Packages;
- plan activities, deliverables and milestones;
- prepare project budgets aligned with objectives and planned activities;
- organise and coordinate international partnerships;
- prepare the transition from project design to project implementation;
- use Artificial Intelligence tools to support the design and management of European projects.
Course Structure (14 Hours)
1. Needs Assessment and Stakeholder Analysis
■ How to identify problems, needs, target groups and stakeholders, transforming an initial idea into a proposal based on evidence and real needs.
2. Logical Framework and Intervention Logic
■ Definition of objectives, expected results, indicators and assumptions. Building the Logical Framework Matrix and the project’s Theory of Change.
3. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
■ Breaking down the project into activities and sub-activities, organising work, operational planning and assigning responsibilities.
4. Work Packages, deliverable e milestone
■ Developing the work plan, defining project outputs and organising activities into coherent work packages.
5. Budget planning
■ Principles of budget development, main cost categories, consistency between activities and financial resources, and an introduction to the financial management of European projects.
6. Partnership e consortium management
■ Selection of project partners, project governance, allocation of roles, coordination and collaboration within international partnerships.
7. From Proposal to Implementation
■ Monitoring, quality assurance, risk management, reporting and the main challenges involved in managing a funded project.
An extra opportunity: 3 days in Brussels with Erasmus+
Starting in 2026, participants in EuGen’s European Project Design courses who meet the eligibility requirements of the Erasmus+ Adult Education programme can apply for a 3-day group learning mobility in Brussels, organised within the Erasmus+ project Skill Up for Europe.
An opportunity to experience the European dimension first-hand, visit the institutions of the European Union, and meet organisations and professionals working every day in the field of European policies and projects. The programme includes visits to the European Commission, the European Parliament, the Parlamentarium and the House of European History, together with learning sessions hosted by EuGen partner organisations in Brussels. The mobility is an additional opportunity alongside the course and is not automatically included with enrolment. It is open to participants who meet the eligibility requirements of the Erasmus+ Adult Education sector, and participation is subject to an application and selection procedure.
Skills Developed
By the end of the programme, participants will have developed practical skills in:
■ Stakeholder Analysis and Needs Assessment;
■ Logical Framework Approach;
■ Project Design and Intervention Logic;
■ Work Breakdown Structure (WBS);
■ Work Package Design;
■ Deliverables, Milestones and Project Planning;
■ Budget Planning;
■ Partnership Building and Consortium Management;
■ Project Implementation and Project Management;
■ Monitoring, Evaluation and Quality Assurance;
■ Risk Management;
■ the use of Artificial Intelligence for the design and management of European projects.
The course enables participants to move from a general understanding of European project design to the ability to design, plan and prepare the implementation of a project funded by the European Union, developing an integrated vision that connects project ideation, proposal writing and project management.
Practical Information
■ Trainer: Michele Barghini
■ Duration: 14 hours
■ Format: Interactive online workshop; synchronous delivery, with live sessions, opportunities for discussion, and open Q&A.
■ Language: English. Real-time translation through live translated captions allows participants to view automatic multilingual translations during the sessions.
■ Schedule: 7 online sessions, every Monday from 6 pm to 8 pm, from 11 January to 22 February 2027
■ Participation Fees
Standard fee: €450
Reduced fee: €200 – reserved for students with economic fewer opportunities.
■ Target audience: Participants who have attended EuGen’s European Project Design Basic Course or who possess equivalent knowledge of the fundamental principles of European project design.
■ Methodology: Collaborative learning, practical exercises, simulations based on real cases, group work and guided use of Artificial Intelligence tools.
■ Final certificate: Issued to participants who successfully complete the course and the final assessment activities.
If the minimum number of students is not reached, alternative dates will be proposed or a full refund of the amount paid will be made.
For further information, please contact us at info@eu-gen.org
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Financial support for participants with fewer opportunities
In line with the principles of inclusion and equal opportunities promoted by the Erasmus+ Programme, a one-off additional contribution of €250 is available as a discount on the course fee for students and recent graduates who are in a documented situation of economic disadvantage.
The contribution is granted until the available funds are exhausted and in accordance with the objective criteria outlined below.
Definition – Economic disadvantage
Participants considered to have fewer opportunities for economic reasons are those belonging to a household with income or asset indicators below the thresholds established by national legislation or by the relevant national criteria in the country of residence.
This support does not apply to other categories of fewer opportunities (such as disability, health conditions, migrant background, or other situations not directly related to economic circumstances).