Romanian Banking Institute – RBI is a partner of The European micro-credentials and professional qualifications certification system in the banking & financial services sector (MiCreS) project. RBI is involved in Work package WP2: Development of infrastructure for professional accreditation of micro-credentials and WP 5 – Dissemination Event and promotion of the microcredential.
The objective of the project coordinated by Frankfurt School – IAS is focused on:
- Developing a European system for the certification of professional qualifications and related micro-credentials to implement a prototype certification on ESG for the banking and financial services sector in Europe and in third countries through a unique and innovative scope; a blockchain technology, interoperable with the European Digital Credentials for learning.
- Furthermore, supporting the green transition toward a more sustainable and responsible financial system.
As part of the project, a prototype will be developed that adds a node to an existing blockchain credentialling platform. Those achieving the micro-credentials will be awarded the professional accreditation and registered certificates by EBTN.
The MiCreS project come under the Erasmus+, Forward Looking Programme (Call 2023) that has been approved by the European Commission at the end of 2023, with the duration from 01/01/2024 until 31/12/2026.
The project aims to achieve three key objectives. Firstly, it aims to develop a European system for the certification of professional qualifications and related micro-credentials that align with EQF. Secondly, it seeks to implement a prototype certification on ESG for the banking and financial services sector in Europe and third countries. Thirdly, it plans to use innovative blockchain technology, interoperable with the European Digital Credentials for Learning, to support the “green transition” towards a more sustainable and responsible financial system.
Click here for the EBTN Press Release.
Click here for the MiCreS Project website.
