Training Course | European Project Design
EU funding programmes, project cycle management and impact
Course objectives
A 12-hour online training course designed to introduce European project design in a clear, practical and accessible way.
The programme provides an overview of European Union funding programmes and the core project design tools, with particular attention to EU cross-cutting priorities, the analysis of real case studies, and the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in project development.
Participants work on concrete examples and operational tools, developing skills that can be immediately applied in professional and organisational contexts.
The course aims to provide participants with a solid introduction to European project design, combining methodological tools with a clear understanding of European Union policies, priorities and values.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- understand how EU funding works;
- structure a coherent project idea;
- align proposals with EU priorities;
- use Artificial Intelligence as a support tool for project design in a critical and responsible way.
The course follows a practical, impact-oriented and accessible approach, with no prior experience in EU project design required.
Course structure (12 hours)
1. EU policies and cross-cutting priorities
Overview of European policies and the logic of EU funding, with a focus on the four cross-cutting priorities:
- inclusion and diversity
- digital transition
- green transition and sustainability
- European values, citizenship and participation
Introduction to the concept of European added value and project coherence.
2. Main EU funding programmes
Introduction to the structure and objectives of European programmes; in-depth analysis of three of them:
- Erasmus+
- Creative Europe
- CERV – Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values
How to identify the most suitable programme for a specific project idea.
3. EU Project Management I
Key principles of Project Management: project design and proposal writing methodologies
- needs and stakeholder analysis
- problem and solution tree
- logical framework matrix
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Gantt chart and timeline planning
- expected results, indicators, and project quality
- basic principles of budgeting and financial coherence
- integration of EU priorities into the project logic
4. EU Project Management II
Fundamental principles of Project Management; management methodologies:
- Project Cycle Management
- PM2
- Agile
5. Artificial Intelligence
Introduction to the use of Artificial Intelligence in European project design:
- how AI can support analysis and proposal writing
- how not to use AI
- limits, risks, ethics and transparency
- alignment with EU evaluators’ expectations
6. Case studies and future perspectives
- Analysis of case studies of EU-funded projects.
- Overview of key policy trends and future developments in European programming.
Skills developed
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- understand the logic of EU funding and programmes;
- structure a basic project idea coherently;
- apply key European project design tools;
- align projects with EU priorities and values;
- use AI critically and responsibly in project design;
- assess project quality through real case studies.
A course designed to move from theory to conscious European project design, with a strong focus on impact, values and future-oriented skills.
Additional practical details
Lecturer
Michele Barghini
Course period
From 7 April to 12 May
Schedule
Every Tuesday, from 6 pm to 8 pm
Delivery mode
Online, live sessions with interactive moments and open Q&A with the trainer.
Language
English. Real-time captioning with automatic multilingual subtitles is available to support participants’ comprehension.
Total duration
12 hours
Participation fee
€ 350
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).