Associated partners
Global ecosystem of strategic allies
What is an Associated Partner in the JANUS Programme?
An Associated Partner is a key strategic ally committed to the excellence of the Master EMJM JANUS. Bridging the gap between academic theory and operational reality, these partners come from public institutions, private industries, and international organisations. They do not award the degree but play a crucial role in shaping the curriculum, mentoring students, and providing a direct gateway to the professional world of security and defence.
The Master EMJM JANUS offers a flexible partnership framework, allowing associated partners to contribute to the programme’s excellence according to their specific resources and strategic goals through the following modalities:
1
Academic Contribution
Enhance the curriculum and intellectual vitality of the programme by appointing your experts as invited scholars, proposing specialized speakers for conferences, or serving as guest lecturers to share cutting-edge expertise in Security and Defence fields.
2
Student Recruitment and Selection
Assist in promoting the programme internationally, contribute to student recruitment efforts, and participate in the selection process to ensure admitted students are well-qualified and aligned with industry needs.
3
Internship placements and professional training
Facilitate professional development by offering internship placements and practical training opportunities, enabling students to gain hands-on experience and build valuable networks in Security and Defence sectors.
4
Research and Innovation
Drive academic research towards practical solutions by proposing master’s thesis topics that address your organisation’s specific strategic challenges and fostering innovation through collaborative projects.
5
Institutional Engagement
Open your doors for field visits and provide logistical support for programme-related activities such as conferences, workshops, and strategic events, offering students an insider perspective on your operations.
6
Governance and Quality Assurance
Play an active role in the programme’s strategic direction by participating in key governance bodies, including selection, evaluation, and quality assurance committees, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence are maintained.
4
Research and Innovation
Drive academic research towards practical solutions by proposing master’s thesis topics that address your organisation’s specific strategic challenges and fostering innovation through collaborative projects.
5
Institutional Engagement
Open your doors for field visits and provide logistical support for programme-related activities such as conferences, workshops, and strategic events, offering students an insider perspective on your operations.
6
Governance and Quality Assurance
Play an active role in the programme’s strategic direction by participating in key governance bodies, including selection, evaluation, and quality assurance committees, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence are maintained.
7
Financial and Strategic Support
Demonstrate your commitment to global excellence by co-funding scholarships for talented students, providing institutional endorsement, and offering strategic guidance to strengthen the consortium’s international standing.
Why Partner with JANUS?
Becoming an associated partner offers tangible returns for your organization. Join a prestigious ecosystem and benefit from a direct link to the next generation of Security and Defence leaders.
Strategic Recruitment & Talent Access
Gain privileged access to a pool of exceptional international professionals mastering geopolitical challenges. Identify top talent early and secure a direct, efficient hiring pipeline for your specific needs.
Global Visibility & Brand Positioning
Benefit from prominent recognition across all JANUS communication platforms. Enhance your institutional reputation and positioning within the European and global Security and Defence sectors.
Academic Impact & Governance
Play an active role in the programme’s direction. Participate in governance bodies to shape quality standards and ensure the curriculum remains aligned with current industry realities.
Networking & Ecosystem
Connect with a unique consortium of leading universities, public agencies, and private industries, fostering new opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
Who can become an associated partner?
The Master EMJM JANUS welcomes partnerships with institutions and organisations committed to advancing excellence in Security and Defence across multiple sectors:
Institutional & Government Partners
These partners form the institutional backbone of security and defence policies, shaping strategic priorities at national and international levels.
Government agencies and public administrations
Defence and security ministries
Intelligence and homeland security organisations
International and regional institutions focused on peace, security, and strategic stability
Defence & Security Industry
These actors operate at the core of operational security, technology development, and private-sector risk management.
Private defence and security companies
Risk management and security consulting firms
Strategic and competitive intelligence providers
Due diligence and compliance organisations
Critical Infrastructure & Strategic Sectors
These partners manage critical assets, sensitive data, and essential services, where security and resilience are central to daily operations.
Energy operators (nuclear, utilities, renewables)
Biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies
Telecommunications and digital infrastructure providers
Aerospace and space-related firms
Banks, insurers, and other financial institutions
Chemical and petrochemical industries
Data centres and cloud service providers
Transport and strategic logistics companies
Academic & Research Community
These partners reinforce the intellectual and scientific foundations of the programme and support innovation in security and defence.
Think tanks and policy institutes in security, defence, and geopolitics
Research centres focusing on strategic studies, cyber, or critical infrastructures
Higher education institutions with programmes in security, defence, or international relations
Specialized training centres and professional schools contributing to advanced education in the field
Associated partners of the consortium
Spanning across the world, the EMJM JANUS consortium relies on a robust network of distinguished partners, including:
Algomo
AI-powered customer service SaaS platform – United Kingdom
bioMérieux SA
In vitro diagnostics and biotechnology – France
CIDER Engineering
Engineering and dismantling of complex equipmentÂ
École Nationale Supérieure de la Police (ENSP)
national police academy – France​
EFMD – AISBL
Accreditation and management education excellence network – Belgium
Institute for Palestine Studies
Research institute and think tank – Lebanon
MBDA
Missile systems and defense – France/Europe
NCC Group
Cybersecurity and software resilience company – United Kingdom
Royal University of Law and Economics (RULE)
Higher education in law and economics – Cambodia
Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP)
 Federal public university – Brazil
Association des anciens combattants français résidents au Liban
Veterans’ association – Lebanon
Bloom Social Analytics
AI-based predictive social media analytics – France
Covenant University
Enseignement supérieur privé – Nigeria
Essex Police
Territorial police force – United Kingdom
Guardia Civil (Benemérita Cuerpo de la Guardia Civil)
National gendarmerie / internal security force – Spain
Internal Security Force (ISF)
Internal security forces – Lebanon
Middle East Institute for Research and Strategic Studies
 Strategic research think tank – Lebanon
NIGMA Conseil SAS
IT systems and software consulting – France / Liban
L’Orient-Le Jour - Société Générale de Presse et d'Édition SAL
Print press and publishing – Lebanon
Université Abdelmalek Essaâdi
Public university – Morocco
Association Erasmus Place / The Connect
Educational association and professional network – France
Brink's France
Private security and cash-in-transit services – France
Cristal Groupe International
Wealth management / Investment advisory – France
Eurasia International University
Private higher education institution – Armenia
Institut français de Roumanie à Bucarest
French cultural and educational institute – France/Romania
INTERPOL (The International Criminal Police Organization – ICPO–INTERPOL)
 International police cooperation organization – France
Ministère des Armées
Ministry of Defence – France
OUVRY SAS
CBRN/NRBCe protection and decontamination systems – France
Tallinn University of Technology (Tallinna Tehnikaülikool – TUT)
Technological university – Estonia
Université Française en Arménie
 French-Armenian higher education institution – Armenia
Bibliothèque Orientale de l'Université Saint Joseph de Beyrouth
University research library – Lebanon
Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Lyon Métropole Saint-Étienne Roanne
Chamber of commerce and industry – France
CyberGreen Institute
Cybersecurity and cyber public health – United States
European Defense Economic Network (EDEN)
Defense and security SME cluster – France
Institut Supérieur de Sciences Religieuses – FSR – USJ
 Higher education in religious studies – Lebanon
Lebanese Red Cross
Humanitarian and emergency medical organization – Lebanon
National University of Córdoba (Universidad Nacional de Córdoba)
 Public higher education institution – Argentina
Pontificia Universidad Católica de ValparaÃso
Catholic university – Chile
TELEFLOW SAS
Electronic equipment for automotive tire inflation systems – France
How to become
an associated partner?
Interested in becoming an associated partner of the Master EMJM JANUS? We welcome institutions committed to advancing excellence in security and defence education. Whether your interest is academic contribution, governance participation, student placement, or financial support, we can tailor a partnership arrangement that reflects your institutional goals and capacities. Contact our partnership coordination team to explore how we can work together.
Initiate Contact
Reach out to our coordination team to discuss collaboration opportunities.
Define your Role
Agree on your specific contribution and activities within the partnership.
Sign the Letter of Intent
Formalize the cooperation with an official document.
Join the Network
Be officially integrated into the JANUS global ecosystem.
Join a growing community of leading European and international institutions advancing the next generation of security and defence professionals. Strengthen your strategic positioning, enhance your visibility, and invest in exceptional global talent. Reach out today to discuss partnership opportunities with the Master EMJM JANUS.
