Med-HELA

Mediterranean Higher Education Leadership Academy

Erasmus+ CBHE Project (2026–2028)

About Med-HELA

Erasmus+ CBHE Project (2026–2028)

The Mediterranean Higher Education Leadership Academy (Med-HELA) project supports universities in Algeria and Tunisia in strengthening leadership capacity to drive higher education reform. It focuses on improving governance, strategic planning, and management to enhance the quality and impact of universities.

Through the creation of a dedicated academy and a certified Leadership Development Programme (MHE-LDP), the project offers training, networking, and practical learning opportunities for university leaders. By the end of the project, over 1,200 leaders will benefit from its activities, ensuring lasting impact and continued development across the region.

PROJECT OBJECTIVES

Strengthen Leadership Capacities

Develop and enhance governance, strategic planning, and management skills within Mediterranean higher education institutions to support ongoing sector reform.

Provide Tailored Training

 

Establish the Med – Higher Education Leadership Academy and deliver a certificated Leadership Development Programme adapted to the region’s specific needs.

Innovate and Equip

 

Create a specialized Higher Education Leadership Qualities and Skills app and build dedicated, fully-equipped training hubs to support sustained, hybrid learning.

Empower Local Trainers

Train and equip university staff to independently implement, deliver, and sustain high-quality leadership development programs long after the project ends.

Promote Collaboration

Foster powerful partnerships and share best practices through collaborative platforms across Algeria, Tunisia, the broader Mediterranean region, and the EU.

Drive Sector Modernization

Foster excellence in leadership and support structural change projects to navigate regional challenges and maximize HE’s impact on society and the economy.

NEWS

Work Packages

Project Management & Quality Assurance

Overall project coordination, administration, financial management, and quality assurance to ensure smooth implementation and achievement of project objectives.

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Developing the Med-HELA & MHE-LDPΒ 

 

Establishing the Mediterranean Higher Education Leadership Academy framework and developing comprehensive curriculum to enhance institutional leadership capabilities.

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Piloting the Med-HELA & MHE-LDP

 

Conducting pilot implementations of the newly developed framework and curriculum across selected partner institutions for testing and refinement.

 

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Implementation in Algeria & Tunisia

Deploying the Med-HELA framework and MHE-LDP curriculum across Algerian and Tunisian partner universities for comprehensive institutional adoption.

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Dissemination & Sustainability

Implementing comprehensive dissemination activities and ensuring project sustainability through strategic communication and collaborative networks.

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