Now Accepting Applications: Migration Management Diploma Programme (MMDP) 2025 in Netherlands
Programme Overview
The Migration Management Diploma Programme (MMDP) is a specialized, full-time course designed for government officials and policymakers actively engaged in migration and asylum matters. Spanning three months from March 10 to May 28, 2025, in Maastricht, the Netherlands, this immersive programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, emphasizing Problem-Based Learning (PBL) as a core method.
Participants will engage in a dynamic learning environment that includes lectures, interactive sessions, and hands-on practical exercises. The course is crafted to equip attendees with essential skills in migration management, such as effective articulation and presentation, while also providing deep insights into the latest developments in the field.
Networking and Field Trips
Beyond classroom learning, the MMDP offers invaluable networking opportunities through field trips across Europe. These excursions include visits to Dutch Ministries in The Hague, EU institutions in Brussels, and intergovernmental agencies such as the UN in Geneva. These experiences are designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of migration management from national, regional, and international perspectives.
Programme Structure
The MMDP is structured around three core courses, each lasting four weeks:
- Migration Management and Protection
- Migration and Development
- Migration Policy
Each course encompasses various modules covering essential topics, such as:
- Introduction to Migration Data
- International Migration Law
- Enhancing Migration for Development
- Labour Migration Management
- Diaspora Engagement
- Policy Coherence and Global Migration Governance
- Migration Scenario Building
Participants are expected to commit 40 hours per week, which includes both direct contact hours and self-study. The programme places a strong emphasis on interactive exercises and practical workshops to ensure a high-quality and engaging learning experience.
Application and Scholarship Information
The call for applications for the MMDP 2025 cohort is now open, with scholarships available for eligible participants. This programme is particularly aimed at government officials and civil servants from the EU Southern Neighbourhood, Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, and Silk Route countries who are involved in migration management.
- Application Deadline: October 1, 2024, at 23:59 CET
- Notification of Selection: End of October 2024
To apply, please submit your details and required supporting documents through our online application portal. For more detailed information about the programme and eligibility criteria, please refer to the brochure available on this webpage.
Contact Information
The MMDP is a capacity building programme funded by the European Union (EU) through the Migration Partnership Facility (MPF) of the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD).
For any inquiries regarding the application process or the programme in general, please contact us at: mmdp@maastrichtuniversity.nl or visit the website.
