Faculty members from Accounting, Management, and Development Economic Programs attended the FGD that invited Dr. Devi Sulistyo Kalanjati, SE, M.Acc, M.Sc, Ak and Agung Julianto, SE,M.Si, Ph.D, Ak, CA as speakers.

Dr. Djuminah, M.Si., Ak., Vice-Dean for Human Resources, Finance, and Logistics Affairs FEB UNS, who represented the Dean of FEB UNS, stated that this FGD is an exciting moment for faculty and program management and faculty members because they could exchange knowledge and experience in managing an international class.

Taufiq Arifin, S.E., M.Sc., Ph.D., Ak., who represented the Head of Accounting Program, stated in his remark that the event is a part of the UNS program as a World Class University.

“International class is a part of university strategy to shape high-quality graduates that could compete at national and international levels by providing exposure towards international level curriculum, especially in diverse skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and other skills,” Taufiq Arifin explained.

Previously, the International Class program was implemented by Accounting and Development Economic Program FEB UNS. In the program, students gained an opportunity to enrich their academic experiences, for example, by taking a double degree, four semesters in UNS and four semesters at Curtin University.

“This is an exciting program that could be used by students in the first batch of international class,” he added.

The FGD was expected to provide a forum of discussion in developing the existing program in FEB UNS, especially in managing an international class. Humas UNS

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FT invited several speakers in the FGD to share experiences in opening international programs. The invited speakers are Dr. Helen Julian from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB); Harijanto Setiawan, Ph.D., from Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta (UAJY); Bhimo R. Samudro, Ph.D., the Head of Undergraduate Program in Development Economic UNS, and Director of Partnership, Development, and Internationalization UNS, Irwan Trinugroho, Ph.D.

“The pioneers are two programs, Civil Engineering and Chemical Engineering. We hope later, we can add all programs in FT to open international classes. Hopefully in the 5-6 years in the future,” Dr. Techn. Ir. Sholihin stated.

Dr. Techn. Ir. Sholihin also mentioned that there are two main reasons to open the international class. First, FT UNS is striving to achieve UNS, faculty, and program vision and missions, to be an international level educational institution based on the national cultural values. He added that it would not be an easy journey, but he will make all necessary efforts to open an international class as soon as possible.

“Secondly, we saw community development that grows to be open and globalized. There is high mobility between the community and the university. Opening the program is expected to provide appropriate room to maintain this mobility. Atma Jaya has opened for 22 years, ITB, Undip, ITS even UMS have opened international classes. These are examples for us to move forward,” Dr. Techn. Ir. Sholihin As’ad added.

He also stated that there are at least 600-700 people living in Asia alone, which is a great potential in terms of mobility and graduates’ output. He mentioned that Indonesia has more than one million engineering students but only a few international students. Therefore, he wanted that UNS take place in the market even though it would take time to develop with due process. He also hoped that each program in FT has at least 7-10 international collaborations in the next five years to support program, faculty, and university internationalization efforts.

Through this FGD, Dr. Techn. Ir. Sholihin hoped to obtain experiences from the speakers in opening international classes. Of seven programs offered in FT UNS, two are internationally accredited as the key in opening international classes. Humas UNS

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The Head of Bachelor in Accounting Study Program FEB UNS, Agung Nur Probohudono, Ph.D., states that the international class is a short bachelor program in collaboration with the Curtin University. By joining the program students have the opportunity to join various excellent activities such as student exchange, Summer Course program, Double Degree Program, Visiting Professor Lecture, and many other international events. The students will also get the chance to learn in a better environment with a more supportive and representative classroom. “Moreover, students will earn international study experience and international recognition,” explains Dr. Agung on Sunday (4/7/2021).

Meanwhile, the Head of Bachelor in Development Economics Study Program, FEB UNS, Bhimo Rizky Samudro, Ph.D., states that the program will shape graduates with strong character, creativity, have high reasoning ability, and highly competent in facing the globalization challenges. Students of international class can apply through the independent funding scheme (Swadana) or applying for a scholarship provided by UNS.

”The international class aims to attract students who wish to get international learning experience by joining lectures that are taught in English. Both study programs (the Development Economics and Accounting) will accommodate 25 students for the 2021/2022 academic year,” Dr. Bhimo said.

As for the general requirements to apply for the program are, Indonesian citizen, graduated from High School/Vocational High School/other equivalent levels by the latest three years before application, and have a suitable health condition as to not interfere with their study. Registering as a participant in UNS Independent Admission Scheme. Meanwhile, the specific requirements for the international class are participating in the 2021 UTBK organized by the LTMPT, fluent in English proved with TOEFL/IELTS score, and participated in the interview process. The registration to the Independent Admission Program for the International Bachelor Class is open from 15 June to 10 July 2021 and can be accessed at https://spmb.uns.ac.id. Humas UNS

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