Collaborative
Leadership and Involvement:
Shaping the EMJM Janus Master’s Experience
The Erasmus Mundus Janus Master’s program is a joint master’s program in Security and Defense that brings together universities and research institutions from France, Spain, Belgium, Lebanon, and Romania. Faculty and lecturers play a vital role in the program, contributing to its academic quality and enriching the courses.
Opportunities for Involvement
Propose one or more speakers for Master’s courses.
Suggest a conference theme or speaker.
Participate in Master’s committees (selection, evaluation, quality).
Offer a site visit within your institution.
Propose an internship opportunity.
Propose a thesis topic relevant to your institution’s interests.
Contribute to the funding of student scholarships.
Offer moral support and encouragement to the Master.
Application Procedure
- A curriculum vitae
- A cover letter
- A list of publicationsA selection of research works
Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee composed of faculty from partner universities. Candidates will be selected based on their skills, experience, and potential contribution to the program.
Types of
Participation
Faculty and lecturers can participate in the Erasmus Mundus Janus program in various ways, including:
Guest lecturers in a course
Faculty can be invited to guest lecture in a course of the program. They can present their research, experiences, or expertise.
Faculty and lecturers can be invited to give lectures as part of the program. These lectures can be thematic or general, and they can deal with issues related to Security and Defense.
Faculty can be members of program committees such as the selection committee, the evaluation and improvement committee, or the quality assurance committee.
Faculty can participate in visits and internships at the different partner universities. These visits and internships allow for the development of collaborations and the sharing of knowledge.
Faculty can provide financial support to the program, for example by funding scholarships or contributing to the organization of events.
Benefits of Participation
Participation in the Erasmus Mundus Janus program offers many benefits to faculty and lecturers, including:
International experience
visibility
Organizational Structure: Project Management
Integrated Governance of EMJM Janus Master:
Council of Partnership Coordination (CCP)
The decision-making body of the Consortium, consisting of a representative from each partner university (a principal and an alternate). Chaired by the coordinating institution, the University Jean Moulin Lyon 3, CCP oversees all consortium actions, including approval and modifications of the consortium agreement, program activity schedules, and the evaluation of partnership functioning. The CCP meets at least once a year.
Selection
Committee (CS)
Responsible for selection operations, including verification of the selection calendar, analysis and harmonization of evaluation criteria, and participation in the pre-selection and admission phases. It comprises a representative from each partner university and two representatives from socio-economic partners to enhance future students’ employability. The CS meets as needed.
Council of Evaluation and Improvement (CEP)
Comprising representatives from each university, experts in Security and Defense, and student representatives. The CEP provides expertise on the program’s content, proposes improvements, and meets at the end of each semester.
Quality Assurance
Committee (CAQ)
Charged with implementing quality assurance, evaluating the consortium’s performance, and ensuring adherence to commitments. The CAQ meets every two years.
The Erasmus Mundus Janus program offers a unique opportunity for faculty and lecturers to contribute to the training of future Security and Defense professionals. Participation in the program allows for the development of collaborations, the sharing of knowledge, and the advancement of research in this field.