General Information

From October 1, 2024 – Bratislava, Slovakia

The Erasmus+ program has announced the launch of the DREAMER Project (Development and Reconstruction Empowerment through Advanced Project Management Education and Research), an initiative aimed at reshaping project management education while supporting Ukraine’s post-war recovery. With a three-year timeline (2024–2027), this project unites top universities across Europe and Ukraine to address critical global challenges in sustainability, digital innovation, and education.

Led by the SPECTRA Centre of Excellence EU of Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (STUBA), the DREAMER project is a collaboration between institutions in Romania, Poland, Ireland, Croatia, and Ukraine. Together, they aim to address the shortage of skilled project managers needed to navigate the complexities of clean energy, digital transformation, and sustainable development.

Project No 2024-1-SK01-KA220-HED-000248287

Key Goals of the DREAMER Project

• Support Ukraine’s Rebuilding Efforts. Equip a new generation of project managers to lead reconstruction and development projects in Ukraine, estimated to require €1 trillion in investment.

• Drive Educational Innovation. Introduce student-centered, challenge-based learning approaches with an emphasis on digital and green skills.

• Foster International Collaboration. Strengthen academic networks across Europe and Ukraine, promoting joint research and knowledge sharing.

• Promote Sustainability. Embed environmentally conscious practices in project management education to align with global climate goals.

A Partnership Across Borders

The DREAMER consortium includes:

• Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (Slovakia)

• Universitatea Națională de Știință și Tehnologie POLITEHNICA București (Romania)

• Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)

• Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (Ukraine)

• Akademia Leona Koźmińskiego (Poland)

• South East Technological University (Ireland)

• Zagreb School of Economics and Management (Croatia)

With support from:

• Oracle Academy

• Project Management Institute, Croatia

• PM² Alliance

Activities and Outcomes

Over the course of three years, DREAMER will:

• Develop and pilot innovative educational programs tailored for clean energy and digital transformation sectors.

• Provide training through pilot programs.

• Create open-access e-learning materials and a “pedagogical guide” to ensure long-term impact.

• Organize international workshops, webinars, and conferences to promote collaboration and disseminate findings.

Special attention will be given to supporting war-affected individuals in Ukraine, with dedicated training programs designed to help displaced students and professionals integrate into education and workforce systems.

Strategic Alignment

The project aligns with Erasmus+ priorities, addressing:

• Support for higher education institutions in Ukraine during the ongoing crisis.

• Climate change mitigation through the integration of green skills in education.

• Digital transformation by embedding innovative tools and methodologies into curricula.

A Vision for Lasting Impact

The DREAMER project is poised to make a profound and lasting impact, not only by enhancing project management education across Europe but also by supporting Ukraine’s journey toward recovery and resilience. By fostering collaboration, promoting sustainability, and equipping students with the skills to lead in a digitalized world, DREAMER sets a new standard for educational innovation.

Project Main Content:

Development of advanced project management courses (32 ECTS) for construction, engineering, and business students. Each course offering 3-5 ECTS credits, complete with e-learning materials and assessment tests, available in English and translated into Ukrainian.

The list of courses:

• Module 1 - the PM Basics (5 ECTS) - ZSEM

• Module 2: Preparing EU Funded Projects (3 ECTS) - Politehnica Bucuresti

• Module 3: Executing EU Funded Projects (3 ECTS) - Politehnica Bucuresti

• Module 4: Tools and Techniques (4 ECTS) - TSNUK

• Module 5: Specifics of PM for regional development (inc. Programme & Portfolio Management) (3 ECTS) - STUBA

• Module 6: Specifics of PM in Construction and Engineering. Private and Public Sectors (5 ECTS in total, 3 ECTS credits (Core) + 2 ECTS (elective module)) - KNUCA

• Module 7: AGILE PM PRACTICES (3 ECTS) - KU

• Module 8: Specifics of PM in Industry transformation, digital transformation (3 ECTS) - STUBA

• Module 9: Lessons Learned & Use Cases & Communities of Practice (3 ECTS) - SETU