EMJD: From concept to project
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The document outlines the key elements and best practices for developing an Erasmus Mundus project, emphasizing the importance of motivation, team establishment, financial management, and long-term sustainability. Key topics include creating an integrated study course, effective preparation strategies, and securing institutional support. Additionally, it offers tips and resources for successful course management and addressing challenges.
EMJD: From concept to project
- 1. Erasmus Mundus Active Participation, Vol. 2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn „From concept to project“ Johan Geentjens, NS Belgium(nl)
- 2. From Concept to Project/Course Important elements: 1. Your motivation l + II 2. Establish your team 3. Curriculum – key elements 4. Best practice for preparation 5. Money – financial management 6. Tips and advice 7. Prepare for your EM future ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 3. 1. Your motivation I Focus on objectives and purposes of the programme: Make sure your goals match the goals of the programme Make sure to meet the criteria of the programme Make sure to have the capacity to run such a project (legal, administrative, financial) ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 4. 1. Your motivation II Erasmus Mundus is the right Erasmus Mundus is not programme if you want to: the right programme if you want to: Enhance internationalization for your already well- established programme Exchange own Raise profile of universities students (in Action 1) Already have close contact to Extra funding for own other European universities Master programmes at and want to partners from own university outside of Europe Big chance to develop Already have a great a new, innovative and international programme and international Erasmus Mundus will be the programme icing (= cherry on your cake) ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 5. 2. Establish your team Establish a solid, integrated consortium with reliable partners: Number of partners big consortium vs. small consortium Complementarity of partners (universities/research institutes) Ensure applicant‘s and partners‘ eligibility (degree: double/joint degree, employment contract, taxes) Make sure you have full support from your own institutions (involve the relevant services/ departments in the proposal preparation) ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 6. 3. Programme - key elements Integrated study course: Be creative – nearly no restrictions Be flexible – different rules and regulations in your countries Ensure a good balance of responsibilities and tasks between partners: academic tasks, administrative tasks, services Strong link to the labour market/the society (both in the EU and outside) Strong academic and innovation potential KEY WORDS: integration, institutional commitment, added value, quality assurance, sustainability, employability, visibility and transparency ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 7. 4. Best practice for preparation New programme = well elaborated = one complete product: Have your project clearly in mind before completing the application form Schedule physical meetings during preparation time Best practice: start 8-10 month before the deadline Plan at least 3-4 months for writing of proposal Give each partner an active role in preparation phase Set up an activity plan – define milestones for preparation ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 8. 5. Money – financial management You can be creative – nearly no restrictions BUT: different countries – different rules (e.g. fees) Income: lump sum – scholarships BUT: money from the EU not before the course starts Costs incur even before application/before start of course Calculate costs and create a solid budget beforehand Ensure institutional commitment Secure the long-term backing of academic and administrative staff involved (i.g. international Office) ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 9. 6. Prepare for your (EM) future Prepare: Self-sustainability Advertise your programme Implement your website (course, online-application ) Prepare for your first cohort Selection procedure for candidates Location, documents, deadlines, etc. Students services and facilities (accommodation, visa) Insurance ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 10. 7. Tips and advice Help and support: www.joiman.eu Guidelines and good practice examples on the administrative issues related to Joint Degrees’ management www.emqa.eu/ Handbook of excellent higher-education practice – interactive tool to assess your own course http://www.ecaconsortium.net/ European Consortium for Accreditation in higher education (ECA) Mutual Recognition of Accreditation Results regarding Joint Programmes (MULTRA). http://www.qrossroads.eu/about-qrossroads?Source=/default.aspx Qrossroads presents information regarding quality assured and accredited higher education in Europe. http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus_mundus/clusters/index_en.php cluster project results Stay flexible Problems - exceptional circumstances Constant evaluation External evaluator Never give up! ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn
- 12. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION www.emap-project.webnode.cz ERASMUS MUNDUS ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Vol.2 Training seminar / 18-21 January 2012 / Tallinn