Align with European and national developments Define the macro-objectives of the joint micro-credential programme Build the partnership Compose the micro-credential programme team: structure and tasks Ensure cross-institutional support Share a joint vision on the micro-credential programme to be developed Design the joint micro-credential curriculum Agree on a qualification Create an educational and technological ecosystem Develop a sustainability framework Conclude a consortium agreement Develop a student recruitment plan Develop a business plan Agree on a joint quality assurance scheme Determine examination regulations Define an admission framework