Five accounting students of Enverga University grabbed awards and recognitions in the 19th Accountancy Students’ and Extra-Curricular Training (ASSET) 2021 hosted by the University of the Philippines Junior Institute of Accountants (UP JPIA) on November 13-14.
The biggest conference in accountancy was limited to 50 delegates, wherein Enverga University’s 4th Year students: Dominique Capinding, Theodore De Leon, Angelo Mercado, and Joann Kristine Mae Roces, along with Josiah Samuel España, who is in his third year, passed ASSET’s two-tiered examination [online examination followed by 1-on-1 interviews] that paved their tickets to the said event.
EU delegates shared that a variety of interactive activities were offered by the seminar, including an Interview Simulation, where they were given a chance to have a one-on-one corporate interview with reputable accounting and auditing firms in the Philippines.
“I learned a great deal from my interviewer throughout the interview simulation. It was helpful to have his thoughts on the matter as well as suggestions on how to improve things.”, Josiah shared his experience during the online interview simulation.
In addition, a Corporate Roadshow took place where esteemed professionals in the field were able to have talks and share their experiences which were listened to by the aspiring accountants. Lastly, a Corporate Mixer was also held where students were allowed to gain social capital and meet corporate professionals from different firms.
“The speakers’ cheerful demeanor made me feel like I was speaking directly to them. I wholeheartedly believe that thriving is a way to achieve success in the future.”, España added.
In line with ASSET’s theme: “Great Minds and Beyond”, fellow Envergans gave an exemplary performance during the said event garnering the following awards respectively: De Leon was champion in the PWC Case competition and also received a Bibo Award; followed by España who grabbed 1st runner up in the PWC Case competition and was also a champion in Team Building; next, Mercado clinched as 2nd runner up in the same race; lastly, Roces achieved Best Cheer.
