The INPS Call for Applications 2026/2027 for grants to support attendance at Executive University Master’s programmes has been published. This opportunity is intended for public-sector employees who meet the eligibility requirements set out in the call and wish to invest in their education and professional development.
For the 2026/2027 academic year, INPS is making 857 grants available to support participation in advanced university-level training programmes. Applications may be submitted by 12:00 noon on 18 November 2026, in accordance with the procedures and eligibility requirements specified in the official notice.
In this context, the European College of Parma offers two advanced university-level training programmes, jointly designed and delivered with the Department of Economics and Management of the University of Parma. Both programmes are eligible under the INPS call for applications:
- Second-cycle University Master’s Degree in Local Government Management: a programme designed for those wishing to develop the managerial, organisational and strategic skills required to address the complexities of managing local authorities and public services.
https://www.europeancollege.it/master/master-in-management-degli-enti-locali/
- First-cycle University Master’s Degree in European Funding Management: a programme focused on developing specialist skills in the design, management and reporting of European-funded projects, with particular attention to development opportunities for public administrations and local communities.
Both Master’s programmes are part of an educational offering designed to meet the professional development and upskilling needs of public administrations, through the acquisition of practical skills and operational tools that can be directly applied in professional contexts.
Designed specifically for working professionals, both programmes are delivered entirely online every Friday and run for one academic year, helping participants maintain a healthy balance between their professional and personal commitments.
Investing in education means investing in the ability of public administrations to innovate, develop projects and create value for their communities.
For further information about the Master’s programmes, admission requirements and application procedures, please contact:
European College of Parma
Email: corsi@collegioeuropeo.it
The full call for applications, including all information on eligibility requirements and application procedures, is available on the official INPS website.
