Student Spotlight: Paolo Palladino and Daniela Genito about ASSET
Since December 2023, the university has been leading the ASSET – Teaching Accounting for Sustainability, Social and Environmental Transparency project, under the Erasmus+ Higher Education programs.
The first of the Intensive Study Programs (ISP) took place in Urbino from September 2–6, 2024, welcoming 70 students and faculty from partner universities across Europe, including France, Portugal, Spain, Greece, Austria, Lithuania, and Romania.
We had the pleasure of speaking with Paolo Palladino, a master’s student in Economics, Management, and Finance at the University of Urbino, about his experience in the ASSET project’s Intensive Study Program (ISP).
The ISP was not just about theoretical learning – it was about active engagement and collaboration. Paolo explained, “We worked in diverse teams of 5-8 people, changing every day, which allowed us to interact with classmates and professors from different countries and perspectives. The professors didn’t just teach theory, but also guided us closely in practical application. It was a truly immersive experience. We practice teamwork in our regular coursework, but this international interaction added a new level of effectiveness. Plus, I made some great friendships along the way!”
Paolo left the program feeling inspired and motivated to continue exploring these vital topics, and he hopes to participate again next year.
We caught up with Daniela Genito, a master’s student in Economics, Management, and Finance at the University of Urbino, to hear about her experience at the ASSET project‘s Intensive Study Program (ISP).
The ISP helped Daniela strengthen her teamwork and problem-solving abilities: “We worked with people we had never met before, communicated in English, and had to find shared solutions under tight deadlines. It was a great opportunity to improve my problem-solving skills while also deepening my theoretical knowledge. Of course, language barriers sometimes made discussions and technical topics challenging, but I saw this as a productive stress test. In my future career, I want to be able to handle different situations calmly and clearly, and I think this experience really helped me grow in that direction.”
Daniela left the program feeling more confident in her ability to work under pressure and collaborate effectively, and she’s already thinking about returning next year!
Read the full article on the University of Urbino blog to learn more about how we’re paving the way for a new generation of accountants and business leaders committed to sustainability. 🌱
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