This course will help you master the core EU policy cycle. EIPA experts will explain how things work in the processes of agenda setting, policy formulation, decision-making, implementation and evaluation at EU level. You will go through a combination of presentations, practical exercises and simulations, as well as guided discussions with European affairs practitioners who will share their insights and experience.

By the end of this course, you will have an in-depth understanding of: • the particular challenges posed in the different phases of EU policy-making; • how you can try to shape EU decisions most effectively at each stage; • current issues and trends in EU policy-making which will affect your work.