Format: 3 day classroom based training course.

In this course you will learn how to write, manage and negotiate a winning proposal. You will improve your proposal writing skills through exercises on real proposals, case-studies from the world’s leading donors and learn together in small groups.

Strengthen your skills with pre- and post- course online resources.

After this course, you will know how to

– Find the right funding opportunities
– Make clear Go/No-Go decisions
– Design an effective team-based writing process
– Apply the log frame to bring a convincing structure to your proposal
– Write better text and convincing budgets
– Understand (and beat) the donor’s appraisal process and criteria
– Negotiate confidently with donors
– Write effective budgets
– Listen to live guest speakers from USAID, European Commission, Business Development Experts and NGO leaders (subject to availability)

All our trainers have at least 15 years experience in proposal writing and business development, and can adapt the course content to your individual needs. Learning is team based, interactive and delivered in English.

Structure and Well-being
We will share the detailed agenda, location details and pre-study a few weeks before the course starts.

Learning happens best when it is supported by a good diet and exercise. Refreshments will be available throughout the day. Lunch not included.

Accommodation, Visa and Cancelation policy
Please note that accommodation is not included. We can offer discounted accommodation in some locations – please just ask us. Upon request and only after the complete booking, we can provide a letter of confirmation that you are registered to attend an MzN training.

Refer to the Terms & Conditions page.

View the course agenda.