Cormack Consultancy Group (CCG), with the support of the Estonian Research Council, cordially invites researchers and research support officers from Estonian higher education institutions and research centres to participate in a two-part workshop programme on EU Funding Knowledge and Skills.
The workshops are designed to help Estonian researchers develop and refine the skills and knowledge required for navigating the grant writing and implementation processes effectively. For a comprehensive overview of the workshop objectives and content, please refer to the attached document.
Event Details
Date: 30 September 2024
Platform: Zoom/Teams (TBC)
Time (Beginners): 11:00-12:30 EE time
– Workshop 1: Introduction to EU Funding
Overview of EU Funding Programmes and Opportunities
Understanding the EU Funding Landscape and Priorities, Context, and Landscape
Identifying Relevant EU Funding Sources for Estonian Universities, Focusing Mostly on Horizon Europe, Digital Europe, EU4Health and Connecting Europe
Example Calls for Proposals
Effective Project Planning and Implementation
Building Partnerships and Consortia for EU-Funded Projects
Identifying Potential European Partners and Collaborators
Information Sources, Documentation and Monitoring
Methodology for Evaluating & Planning Funding Projects
Stages from Concept Idea to Commercialisation
Time (Advanced): 15:00-16:30 EE time
– Workshop 2: Proposal Development
Understanding the Key Elements of a Successful EU Funding Proposal
Analysis of Successful EU-Funded Projects in Estonia
Creating a Project Concept and Objectives
Developing a Collaborative Project Proposal
Writing a Compelling Project Description and Work Plan
Writing Rules and Good Practices
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
How to Maximise Your Chances of Success
Tools – Logical Framework, Gannt Charts, Pert Charts, Impact Tables
How to Handle Negotiations / Consortium Agreements
Evaluation Process & What Counts for the Evaluators
Budgeting and Financial Planning for EU-Funded Projects
Financial Management and Reporting for EU-Funded Projects
Ensuring Compliance with EU Funding Regulations
- 2-Part Workshop Programme to Equip University Staff and Researchers with the Necessary EU Funding Knowledge and Skills
- Trainers
Please confirm your attendance by completing the registration form at the following link: https://wkf.ms/3AvRUtN
The registration deadline is 25th September. Please note that spaces are limited, so we encourage early registration to ensure your spot.
Should you have any questions, please contact Elena Bozdog, CCG Club Orizont Manager, at Elena@consultcormack.com.
Website: https://www.consultcormack.com/
