Masterclass Intelligence Tools and Techniques, Truth and Integrity in EU Funds Management, Control and Audit. For professionals in ESI, IPA, AMIF, ISF and BMVI Funds

  • 9-11 Dezember 2026
  • Vienna, Austria

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Our seminars are designed for public-sector professionals, EU Funds experts and other stakeholders involved in the planning, programming, implementation, management, monitoring, verification, audit and control of EU-funded programmes and projects, including:

  • Managing Authorities and Intermediate Bodies
  • Certifying and Audit Authorities
  • Ministries and Central Government Authorities
  • Regional and Local Governments
  • EU Funds Programme and Project Managers
  • EU Funds Beneficiaries and Implementing Bodies
  • Financial Management, Control and Verification Officers
  • Auditors, Internal Auditors and Compliance Professionals
  • Anti-Fraud, Anti-Corruption and Anti-Money-Laundering Professionals
  • National, Promotional and Investment Banks
  • Regional Development Agencies and Public Investment Bodies
  • Policy Makers and Senior Decision-Makers
  • Public Procurement and Financial Management Professionals
  • Consultants and Professional Advisers working with EU Funds
  • International, national and local associations and networks
  • NGOs and non-profit organisations involved in EU-funded programmes
  • Businesses and private-sector organisations involved in EU-funded projects
  • Universities, research institutions and experts working on EU-funded initiatives
  • Other stakeholders involved in the implementation, management and control of EU Funds
Designed for professionals at different levels

Whether you are involved in strategic programming, day-to-day programme management, project implementation, financial management, monitoring, verification, audit, compliance or policy development, our seminars provide practical knowledge and tools that can be applied directly in your professional environment.

Day 1 — The Intelligence Lab Opens (Part 1)

Central theme: Investigation — from traditional control thinking to intelligence‑driven management, verification, audit and evidence.

09:00–09:30 — Opening of the Christmas Intelligence Lab

  • Mission, teams, challenge
  • Why EU Funds control needs sharper intelligence, stronger evidence and smarter judgement

09:30–10:30 — The Changing Risk Landscape

  • ESI, IPA, AMIF, ISF, BMVI
  • Key message: Trust is good. Evidence is better. Intelligence makes the difference.

10:30–10:45 — Coffee Break

10:45–12:00 — Core Concepts of Hybrid Co‑Intelligence

  • Hybrid Co‑Intelligence
  • Human Intelligence
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Open Source Intelligence

12:00–13:00 — Lunch

13:00–15:00 — Real-Life Intelligence Cases

  • Practical scenarios
  • When and how to use HI, AI and OSINT
  • Hands‑on work (bring your laptop)

15:00–15:15 — Coffee Break

15:15–17:00 — Applied Intelligence Workshop

  • Mini‑investigations
  • Evidence‑building
  • Team preparation for Day 2

Day 2 — The Intelligence Lab Opens Again (Part 2)

09:00–10:30 — Hybrid Co‑Intelligence for EU Funds

  • Deep dive into HI, AI and OSINT
  • Real-life cases

10:30–10:45 — Coffee Break

10:45–12:00 — Case Labs: Practical Intelligence Work

  • Red flags
  • Evidence‑based reasoning
  • Team analysis

12:00–13:00 — Lunch

13:00–15:00 — Case Mission 1 (Start)

A Life‑Like Integrity and Intimidation Case Teams investigate, escalate, design alternative verification/audit approaches, and prepare findings.

15:00–15:15 — Coffee Break

15:15–16:30 — Case Mission 1 (Continuation)

  • Deepening the investigation
  • Preparing the intelligence approach for Day 3

16:30–18:30 — Vienna Guided Tour & Food Tasting Experience (End of Day 2)

A celebratory cultural experience to close Day 2:

  • Guided walk through Vienna’s historic centre
  • Observation challenge inspired by Human Intelligence
  • Traditional Viennese food tasting: Würstel, Kaiserschmarrn, pastries, local specialties
  • Informal networking and team bonding
  • Closing toast to the Christmas Intelligence Lab

Day 3 Morning — The Vienna Mission Cases (Continuation)

09:00–10:30 — Case Mission 1 (Continuation)

  • Intelligence tools & techniques
  • Preparing findings

10:30–10:45 — Coffee Break

10:45–12:00 — Case Mission 2: The Christmas Kick‑Off Mystery

EU Funds, Rural Sports and the Old Boys’ Network Teams observe, analyse, investigate, use Hybrid Co‑Intelligence, AI and OSINT.

12:00–13:00 — Lunch

Day 3 Afternoon — Final Mission Presentations & Awards

13:00–15:00 — Team Presentation Challenge

Each team presents:

  • Mission outcomes
  • Evidence trail
  • Intelligence methods used
  • Lessons learned

15:00–15:15 — Coffee Break

15:15–16:30 — Awards Ceremony

Winning team receives the title: The Vienna Integrity Guardians — Masters of Intelligence, Evidence & EU Funds Protection

16:30–17:00 — Closing Session

  • Reflections
  • Key takeaways
  • Final message: Use intelligence wisely, challenge every story, innovate, follow the evidence.
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Expert

Jo Kremers

Former Senior Audit Manager Audit Authority The Netherlands

Jo Kremers, CPA IT Auditor | Fraud Investigator | International Lecturer Jo Kremers is a leading expert in risk management, auditing, and combating fraud and corruption. A former Senior Audit Manager at the Audit Authority of the Netherlands, he contributed to the creation of the EU/EC Anti-Fraud Knowledge Centre (launched in 2021). He is the developer of the EU award-winning Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Games and lectures at prestigious institutions, including the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) in Vienna. With extensive expertise and innovative approaches, Jo Kremers is a sought-after lecturer and speaker worldwide.

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Vienna, Austria

This course will take place in the elegant and historic city of Vienna, offering a rich cultural setting and inspiring urban backdrop for an immersive learning experience.

Training Fee Inclusions

In addition to comprehensive training materials, the seminar fee covers the following:

a) Full Seminar Access
• Full programme access — admission to all seminar sessions, expert presentations, case‑based discussions, and practical exercises forming the core of the training programme.
b) Training Materials
• Training materials package — professionally prepared printed and digital materials supporting the learning process and enabling continued study after the seminar.
c) Catering Services
• Daily catering services — daily provision of  coffee breaks and one lunch, ensuring participant comfort and creating opportunities for informal networking.
d) Experiential Learning Session: Guided Tour & Culinary Exploration
• Guided cultural tour — a professionally guided tour offering insights into the cultural and historical context of the region, designed to complement seminar discussions through direct exposure to local heritage.
• Culinary exploration — a structured food‑street tasting experience curated to highlight the diversity of local culinary practices and their socio‑economic significance, fostering intercultural understanding and dialogue among participants.
e) Participant Recognition
• Group photo and souvenirs — a group family photo and selected souvenirs provided to actively engaged participants as a token of appreciation and a memorable keepsake of the seminar.
f) Certificate of Attendance
• Certificate of Attendance — issued to participants who complete the full seminar programme, formally recognising their participation and learning achievement.

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