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Erasmus+ Capacity Building projects: step by step proposal preparation
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20 – 24 October 2025
- Masaryk University Language Centre, Komenského nám. 2, Brno, Czech Republic
About the Course
Master the art of securing Erasmus+ funding with our comprehensive hands-on staff week designed for academic and public sector professionals. Whether you're new to project management or looking to enhance your proposal-writing skills, this intensive programme will transform your approach!
Target audience
All level staff from academic or public sector institutions involved in project management.
Objective
To equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to design, write, and prepare competitive proposals for capacity-building projects in line with Erasmus+ program priorities and regulations.
Learning outcomes:
By the end of the week, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key components of a capacity-building proposal.
- Identify relevant funding opportunities and align proposals with program priorities.
- Develop a problem statement, logical framework (logframe), Gantt Chart and budget.
- Write and present a coherent and persuasive proposal.
- Navigate the submission process including Tender and Funding System, needed documentation and compliance.
Practical Information:
- Please bring a laptop - it will be practical for the afternoons
Full Programme:
DAY 1: Introduction to Capacity Building & Proposal Writing
Morning (09:00–12:00):
- Welcome and introductions
- Course objectives and expectations
- Overview: What is the Erasmus+ program? What is a capacity building project?
- Key features of capacity-building projects
- Introduction to proposal writing – structure, key components
Afternoon (14:00–15:30):
- Practical activities: Develop your own project – analysis of the call for proposals
More:
DAY 2: Project Design & Problem Identification
Morning (09:00–12:00):
- How to design a project: situation analysis, needs assessment
- Defining objectives: SMART goals
- Writing an effective problem statement
- Stakeholder analysis
Afternoon (14:00–15:30):
- Practical activities: Drafting a problem statement for a hypothetical or real project
DAY 3: Logical Framework & Work Plan Development
Morning (09:00–12:00):
- Understanding the Logical Framework Approach (LFA)
- Creating a logframe matrix: Objectives, indicators, means of verification, assumptions
- Developing a work plan and timeline (Gantt Chart)
Afternoon (14:00–15:30):
- Practical activities: Creating a logframe and Gantt chart in small groups
DAY 4: Budgeting, Monitoring & Evaluation, and E+ Program Alignment
Morning (09:00–12:00):
- Building a project budget: categories, justification, sustainability
- Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E): basic indicators and methods
- Aligning proposals with E+ guidelines and strategies
Afternoon (14:00–15:30):
- Hands-on: Drafting a simple budget and M&E framework
DAY 5: Writing, Packaging, and Presenting the Proposal
Morning (09:00–12:00):
- Proposal sections
- Writing techniques for clarity, coherence, and impact
- Assembling the proposal package: narrative, annexes, forms
- Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Afternoon (14:00–15:30):
- Final group presentations of mock proposals
- Peer and trainer feedback
- Wrap-up, Q&A, certificate distribution
Certification
A) Certificate of Attendance
You need to attend a minimum 60% of the course to receive a Masaryk University Language Centre Certificate of Attendance.
B) Microcredential
Upon successful completion of a mock presentation, participants receive an internationally recognised microcredential.
Important Dates
The closing date for applications and payment: 20 September 2025
Masaryk University Language Centre – the summer school venue
The programme will take place in the Masaryk University Building at Komenského náměstí 2, Brno, Czech Republic.
The Masaryk University Language Centre is based in the heart of Brno and the city’s cultural and social life is literally on its doorstep. Together with The Centre for International Cooperation, The Teiresias Support Centre for Students with Special Needs and The University Computer Centre with a non-stop service, the Language Centre is housed in a Neo-Renaissance building, opened originally for the German University of Technology in 1860. Today, the building offers state-of-the-art teaching and learning resources and facilities to Masaryk University students and staff-members.
Brno, Masaryk University, Language Centre
Brno is the capital of Moravia and the second largest city of the Czech Republic. It is mostly known for its modernist architecture, rapidly expanding high tech-sector, café culture and the reputation for the highest quality of life in the country. Brno is also home to six public universities. Masaryk University (www.muni.cz), the second-largest university in the Czech Republic, is the leading Higher Education institution in the region. The Masaryk University Language Centre (www.cjv.muni.cz), the largest language centre in the country, provides language and communication focused services and support to the whole university. It enhances international collaboration and continuous exchange of knowledge, ideas and information on a worldwide scale.
For further information, please email our team at summerschools@cjv.muni.cz or check our section of Frequently Asked Questions about our programmes.
| Level |
B2 |
| Language of instruction |
English |
| When | 20 October – 24 October 2025 |
| Time |
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| Participants | public, MU employees |
| Lecturer |
CJV lecturers |
| Price |
490 EUR |
The fee includes tuition, course materials, and networking dinner.
Participants can apply for ERASMUS+ funding.
Participants can apply for ERASMUS+ funding.