EU Programmes Academy for Newcomers

Designing and implementing EU-funded projects has become a vital development tool for all types of organisations.
From public institutions and NGOs to businesses, academic and research bodies, educational organisations, and individuals interested in innovation, this workshop provides a solid foundation for strategically leveraging European funding opportunities. Emphasis is placed on meaningful project design and effective participation from the very first steps — from identifying suitable calls to preparing and submitting a competitive proposal.

This is not a theoretical overview. It’s practical, insight-rich training designed for professionals who want to navigate the EU funding landscape with confidence and clarity. Whether you are just entering the EU projects arena or seeking to support your organization’s involvement with more structure and clarity, this course delivers actionable knowledge and tested methods.

It’s a smart knowledge investment that supports your successful entry and integration into the dynamic EU funding landscape.

What you will gain

With a hands-on, practical focus, the seminar is structured around five essential pillars:

• A holistic understanding of the EU funding ecosystem: Explore key programmes like Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe, their thematic priorities, and the types of actions they support.
• Effective mapping and evaluation of funding opportunities: Learn how to identify calls aligned with your mission, decode the language of work programmes, and assess whether a call fits your organization’s goals.
• Proposal design with clarity and impact: Move from concept to submission with precision. Learn how to frame your impact, build a coherent action plan, design a smart budget, and meet evaluation criteria head-on — with examples from real, successful projects.
• Consortium building and international collaboration: Master the art of forming strong, credible partnerships. Understand what makes a winning consortium, how to manage partner expectations, and how to coordinate effectively in international collaborations.
• Latest updates, tips, and insider strategies: Stay ahead with expert insights into current evaluation practices, regulatory shifts, and evolving EU priorities. Walk away with practical tips that can improve the competitiveness of your next proposal.

Ideal for:

• Project and funding officers in the public sector or municipalities
• Staff from NGOs, universities, and research institutes
• Professionals involved in project development or fundraising
• Young professionals and newcomers taking their first steps in EU project design
• Project managers and consultants looking to update their knowledge and improve the competitiveness of their proposals
• Anyone aiming to develop a more strategic, impactful approach to European funding

A seminar designed for professionals and newcomers who want to step confidently into the world of EU funding — with clarity, strategy, and purpose.

The training will be delivered entirely in English.

A certificate of attendance will be provided.

Co-organised with the Institute of Entrepreneurship Development (iED)

This training is proudly co-organised with the Institute of Entrepreneurship Development (iED), a leading European Centre of Excellence in entrepreneurial support and EU project development. Based in Greece and active across Europe, iED has successfully participated in and coordinated over 300 EU-funded projects, including Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe, COSME, AMIF, and more.

With a strong reputation for empowering organizations through capacity-building and strategic proposal writing, iED brings hands-on expertise, tested methodologies, and real-world experience into this training.

By joining this seminar, you gain access not only to knowledge — but to a growing network of professionals in the EU project ecosystem.