GenESG
Sustainable Finance Microlearning with Educational Generative AI
Project Description
GenESG is a pioneering Erasmus+ project that bridges the gap between sustainable finance education and cutting-edge digital technologies in higher education. Coordinated by FH JOANNEUM, the project brings together a diverse consortium of universities and experts from Austria, the Netherlands, Slovenia, Poland, and Bulgaria, along with a leading digital innovation SME.
🎯Project Aim
- Identify Gaps & Needs: Analyze current use of AI chatbots and ESG topics in higher education institutions (HEIs).
- Develop Skills & Curriculum: Create a skills pack and modern curriculum aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
- Train Educators: Build a virtual academy and immersive learning guide to support educators in teaching sustainable finance with AI.
- Deliver a Microlearning Course: Launch a modular, hands-on course that integrates real-life ESG scenarios with interactive AI-driven learning tools.
- Raise Awareness: Disseminate results through a strong digital and offline communication strategy, workshops, and publications.
🧩 What We Do
- Identify Gaps & Needs: Analyze current use of AI chatbots and ESG topics in higher education institutions (HEIs).
- Develop Skills & Curriculum: Create a skills pack and modern curriculum aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
- Train Educators: Build a virtual academy and immersive learning guide to support educators in teaching sustainable finance with AI.
- Deliver a Microlearning Course: Launch a modular, hands-on course that integrates real-life ESG scenarios with interactive AI-driven learning tools.
- Raise Awareness: Disseminate results through a strong digital and offline communication strategy, workshops, and publications.
🌍 Who It’s For
- Students in business, economics, finance, and entrepreneurship programs who want to become change-makers in sustainable finance.
- Educators looking to integrate immersive, AI-based methodologies into their teaching.
- Higher Education Institutions seeking to modernize and green their curricula.
🚀 Project Impact
GenESG will:
- Equip future professionals with the knowledge to navigate sustainability challenges in the financial sector.
- Foster innovative, responsible use of AI in educational contexts.
- Provide reusable resources for lifelong learning, vocational training, and upskilling in finance and sustainability.
🕒 Project Duration
📅 Start: December 2024
📅 End: November 2026
Learn more about how GenESG is shaping the future of sustainable education with AI on our News section – coming soon.
Artificial Intelligence
AI is transforming industries by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making, and enabling innovative solutions through machine learning and data analysis.
Sustainability
Sustainability focuses on meeting present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to thrive by balancing environmental, social, and economic considerations.
Finance
Finance involves managing money, investments, and risks to optimize wealth creation and ensure economic stability.
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