A step-by-step methodology towards success.Training being held by former EC Officers having hands on experience in EU R&D projects. Training being held by former EC Officers having hands on experience in EU R&D projects. 09:00    Welcome and Introduction 09:30    Session 1 : Key recommendations and overall methodology for project design and proposal writing Tips and key recommendations to ensure the qualitative drafting of your project Match the EU’s expectations with yours 10:15    Session 2 : Methodology for project design — Analysis of the calls for proposals and work programmes Methodology on how to read and decode the calls for proposals to understand the European Commission’s expectations and design the profile of the future successful projects 11:30    Coffee break 11:45    Session 3 : Methodology for project design - Define a relevant idea & strategy (1st part ) How to define your project idea ?Strategic thinkingKey-factors of success 13:00    Lunch 14:30    Session 3 : Methodology for project design - Structure a coherent project (2nd part ) MethodologyProject organisation and structurePartnershipBudgetTools to prepare a coherent project 16:00    Coffee break 16:15    Session 4 : Proposal writing and submission Advice on proposal editing: « dos/don’ ts »Best practicesHow to fill properly the submission forms of the European Commission 17:30    Conclusion 18:00    End of module