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Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret (FEB UNS), organized a Program Dissemination Session on Training and Certification of Competency offered by the various laboratories within FEB UNS. The session, held virtually via Zoom Meeting, was mandatory for all students of the 2022, 2023, and 2024 cohorts.

In her opening remarks, Vice Dean of Academic and Research Affairs FEB UNS, Prof. Tri Mulyaningsih, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., cited several survey results and news reports highlighting the major challenges in Indonesia’s labor market. She noted that job growth in Indonesia remains focused on quantity rather than quality, leading many job seekers to face difficulties due to a mismatch between their skills and industry needs.

A survey by Bank Indonesia showed that the national labor market is weakening, with around 44 million young people struggling to secure employment because of this skills gap. This phenomenon underscores the urgent need for relevant and competitive competency enhancement. “We are striving to provide students with a wide range of extracurricular training programs that can strengthen their skills. Certification from these training programs is also a requirement to sit for the thesis examination. Students are required to join at least one, or more depending on their interests and the field they wish to explore further,” explained Prof. Tri.

She further expressed hope that the dissemination would provide students with comprehensive information to increase both their participation and the quality of engagement in training and certification programs. Currently, nine active laboratories at FEB UNS offer training and certification recognized by the National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP). These include: the Export-Import Laboratory, the Taxation Laboratory, the Entrepreneurship Simulation Laboratory, the Financial Technology (Fintech) Laboratory, the Logistics and Capital Market/Investment Laboratory, the Project-Based Learning Laboratory, the Information Technology Laboratory, the Village Empowerment Laboratory, and the Fiscal Corner Laboratory.

Each laboratory provides certification programs that are mandatory for students before their final thesis examination. These certifications are valid for three years and nationally recognized by BNSP, giving students a valuable advantage in the labor market.

“We hope these training and certifications will not only serve as a formality but also provide students with practical skills that they can apply in building successful and meaningful careers,” Prof. Tri added.

Vice Dean of Student and Alumni Affairs FEB UNS, Dr. Tastaftiyan Risfandy, S.E., M.Sc., Ph.D., also emphasized that seventh-semester students are required to participate in Pre-Job Training (PJT) as part of the training program. He further highlighted the collaboration with Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) on the topic of Green Jobs Skills for Impact. Green jobs, he explained, are not only environmentally friendly but also socially, economically, and ecologically impactful, integrating employment, environmental quality, and sustainable economic growth.

“Green Jobs training is essential for students to strengthen their competitiveness in the labor market, open new job opportunities, develop interdisciplinary competencies, build professional credibility, and even pursue entrepreneurship,” he stated.

The session proceeded with presentations from the heads of the nine FEB UNS laboratories, who detailed the training and certification programs available to students along with their schedules, enabling students to select the most suitable programs based on their interests and skill development needs.

The Training and Certification Program of FEB UNS laboratories is in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4: Quality Education, which emphasizes access to quality education and skill development. In addition, with its focus on Green Jobs and village empowerment, the program also contributes to SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, by promoting inclusive and sustainable economic development.

Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta maintains to strengthens support in empower Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). This time, the UNS Community Partnership Program (PKM) collaborated with Batik Manggar SMEs in Blora Regency, Central Java, through an assistance program designed to improve overall business management.

Led by Dr. Sri Hartoko, MBA., Ak., CACP., the research group team consisted of Prof. Dr. Hunik Sri Runing Sawitri, M.Si., a lecturer at the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) UNS, and M. Rudianto, S.E., S.Sn., M.Sn., a lecturer at the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design UNS. The program also involved two FEB UNS students, Salma Nadia Putri and Tsabita Widya Waskito. More than just training, the program aims to drive the transformation of SMEs into sustainable businesses.

The initiative, entitled “Implementation of Accounting Systems and Enhancement of Marketable Product Quality to Create Business Sustainability for Batik Manggar SMEs,” featured Prof. Dr. Rahmawati, M.Si., Ak., and Prof. Dr. Dra. Hj. Endang Dwi Amperawati, MM., as speakers. The program focused on three main aspects: strengthening business accounting systems, fostering product innovation, and expanding marketing channels.

According to Dr. Hartoko, Batik Manggar’s market is currently limited to local consumers in Blora. Therefore, innovative measures are needed to enable its products to compete in broader markets. “To improve efficiency and quality, we introduced paper stamp techniques in motif-making, developed prototypes for new products, and introduced feeder equipment to accelerate the production process,” he explained.

Beyond production, the team also enhanced marketing strategies and brand identity. Initiatives included the production of a business profile video, the development of an official website, social media management, and the opening of e-commerce channels. These steps are intended to expand Batik Manggar’s reach to regional and even national markets.

The program also created new job opportunities by involving local communities in the production process, thus fostering an inclusive economic ecosystem. Equally important, the collaboration served as a platform for knowledge transfer from the university to business practitioners, particularly in management, finance, digital marketing, and human resource development. “Batik Manggar has great potential. With better governance and innovative products, we hope this SME can become a role model for regional creative economy development,” added Dr. Hartoko.

Funded by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek) in 2025, this program supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 1 (No Poverty) and Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). It also contributes to the university’s Key Performance Indicators (IKU), namely student involvement in off-campus activities and the direct application of lecturers’ research results in society. With this comprehensive approach, UNS hopes Batik Manggar will advance further as a creative economy icon of Blora, capable of competing in national markets.

The Export-Import Laboratory, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret (FEB UNS), in collaboration with the Center for Human Resource Development on Export and Trade Services (PPEJP), Ministry of Trade Republic of Indonesia, organized a Training on Export Preparation at the Teleconference Laboratory, Soedarah Soepono Building.

The training was conducted over three days, from September 16 to 18, 2025, and concluded with a certification exam on the fourth day, September 19, 2025. The certification exam is part of the export competency certification scheme, designed to ensure participants’ readiness to take part in the export sector professionally and according to standardized procedures.

The program featured experienced speakers in international trade, including Fernandes, Eriklex D., and Lukman Nurjaman, to deliver key materials on export procedures, documentation, international payment mechanisms, and trade regulations.

Mulyana, representing PPEJP at the Ministry of Trade, emphasized the need for this training as preparation stage before taking the certification exam. He encouraged participants to be attentive and committed to the learning process.

“We hope the participants can stay focused and understand the materials delivered by the instructors. Hopefully, all of them will pass the certification competency test and become successful and competent individuals capable of competing in the economic and business sector, particularly in advancing Indonesia’s export-import development,” he said.

Meanwhile, Head of the Export-Import Laboratory FEB UNS, Dr. Arif Rahman Hakim, S.E., M.Ec.Dev., highlighted that collaboration between FEB UNS and PPEJP has been established since 2001. One of the significant accomplishment of the partnership was the establishment of the Export-Import Laboratory as a center for learning and competency development in international trade.

Dr. Arif further explained that the training was attended by 30 participants from various academic levels, including undergraduate, master’s, doctoral students, and lecturers. He highlights that this initiative reflects a concrete effort to develop a readily high-quality talent to contribute in strengthening national export performance.

This training also supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through this program, FEB UNS contributes to producing competent human resources capable of driving export growth and sustainable economic development.

The Center for Research and Community Engagement Development (P4M), Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret (FEB UNS), in collaboration with Applied Microeconomics Research Group, organized Working Paper Forum on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Meeting Room 2, Soeharno TS Building, FEB UNS. The forum was attended by members of the FEB UNS academic community, including lecturers, researchers, and students. The discussion highlighted a study entitled “Socioeconomic Experimental Study: The Role of Vouchers & Agency in Food Consumption Preferences among Adolescents,” presented by Prof. Tri Mulyaningsih, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D.

In her presentation, Prof. Tri addressed the issue of the double burden of malnutrition in Indonesia, namely the growing consumption of high-calorie and sugary foods amid persistently high rates of stunting and anemia, particularly among adolescents. This phenomenon reflects the rising intake of processed, calorie-dense foods, while stunting and anemia remain pressing public health challenges.

The research involved 1,011 students aged 12–16 from five schools in Solo City. Participants were divided into three experimental groups: a control group receiving vouchers for stationery, a group receiving vouchers for healthy food, and a group receiving choice vouchers (healthy or unhealthy food). The three-week intervention was combined with nutrition education and included measurements of eating behavior, daily consumption, and psychological factors before and after the intervention.

Findings showed that vouchers were effective in increasing healthy food consumption in the short term, yet eating patterns returned to their original state once the intervention ended. More notably, providing choice (agency) enhanced preferences for healthy food, especially among younger students with specific psychological traits such as higher compliance and stronger needs for autonomy.

“Our conclusion is that policies based on providing choice hold potential as an effective strategy to encourage healthy eating among adolescents. However, interventions need to be continuous and tailored to age in order to achieve long-term impact,” Prof. Tri stated.

Through this forum, FEB UNS reaffirms its commitment to supporting research that is not only innovative but also applicable in improving quality of life, especially among the younger generation. As part of its dedication to sustainable development, this session contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 on health and well-being, which targets reductions in stunting and malnutrition, and SDG 4 on quality education through the dissemination of knowledge and health awareness. This collaborative effort reflects the vital role of higher education institutions in creating solutions that bring positive impacts to society and sustainable national development.

The Master of Accounting (MAKSI) Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), organized a dissemination session entitled “Shaping the Future in Academic Opportunity” on Friday, May 23, 2025. The event was conducted in a hybrid format at the Bachtiar Effendi Building, FEB UNS, and via Zoom Meeting. It featured two keynote speakers: Prof. Doddy Setiawan, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., Ak., Head of the Accounting Study Program, and Lulus Kurniasih, S.E., M.S.Ak., Ph.D., Head of the Master of Accounting Study Program (MAKSI).

The session introduced the fast-track program, specifically designed to provide opportunities for students aspiring to continue their studies at the master’s level in a shorter time and at a more efficient cost. This initiative serves as a strategic effort to encourage outstanding students to pursue advanced studies without a lengthy gap. Prof. Doddy Setiawan emphasized that the core of the program lies in allowing students to undertake undergraduate and master’s levels simultaneously. Through this scheme, students are able to complete both degrees within five years. In addition to time efficiency, participants also benefit from a 50% tuition fee reduction during the first two semesters.

“We want students not only to complete their undergraduate studies but also to directly pursue their master’s level while maintaining academic quality. The fast-track program is the best pathway for this. Most importantly, students will receive intensive supervision starting from the first semester to ensure they can follow the program successfully,” he remarked.

By providing this pathway, FEB UNS offers high-achieving students the chance to accelerate their academic and professional careers through a well-structured and integrated program. Further, Dr. Lulus Kurniasih explained that the fast-track route is open to active undergraduate students, particularly in the Accounting study program, starting from their sixth semester. “Students may begin taking master’s-level courses while still enrolled in the undergraduate program. This enables them to graduate from the master’s program faster and at a much lower cost, as they only pay 50% of tuition in the first two semesters,” she explained.

The program is open to students with a minimum GPA of 3.50, a TOEFL score of at least 450, and a TPA score of 425 or a passing result on the Scholastic Aptitude Test from the UNS Faculty of Psychology, along with one recommendation letter from a faculty member holding a doctoral degree. Beyond administrative selection, applicants are also required to undergo an academic interview to ensure their readiness and motivation for joining the program. In addition to introducing the fast-track pathway, the event also highlighted various scholarship opportunities available to both fast-track and regular students.

“We want to ensure that outstanding students are not hindered by financial barriers. They can take advantage of scholarships such as the Scopus Scholarship, LPDP, and the Education for Master’s Leading to Doctorate for Excellent Undergraduates (PMDSU),” she added.

For instance, the Scopus Scholarship at UNS is awarded each semester to two students who managed to publish their scientific manuscript in a reputable journal. Meanwhile, the LPDP Scholarship from the Ministry of Finance provides full funding for outstanding master’s students. As for the PMDSU Scholarship, it offers an integrated pathway to complete both master’s and doctoral studies. Admission to the fast-track program is open only from April to August, and applicants are required to contact the admissions office or the Head of the MAKSI Study Program beforehand.

Through the fast-track program and the scholarship opportunities offered, the MAKSI Study Program FEB UNS contributes to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in ensuring inclusive and equitable access to quality education (SDG 4).

This program also supports the development of competent and competitive human resources, which play a key role in driving sustainable economic growth, decent employment, and innovation (SDGs 8 and 9). Thus, MAKSI FEB UNS not only produces highly qualified graduates but also plays an active role in building a fairer and more sustainable future for Indonesia and the global community.

The Academic Senate of the Faculty (SAF), Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), conducted the handover ceremony of the SAF Chairmanship on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 1st Assembly Room, Soeharno TS Building, FEB UNS. The event marked the conclusion of Prof. Dr. Tulus Haryono, M.Ek., leadership as the Chair of the SAF FEB UNS (2021–2025) and the transfer of responsibility to Prof. Dr. Hunik Sri Runing Sawitri, M.Si., for the interim period of 2025–2028. The signing of the official handover document was conducted formally and witnessed by the Dean of FEB UNS, Prof. Bhimo Rizky Samudro, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., along with the Secretary of SAF FEB UNS, Reza Rahardian, S.E., M.Si. The event was also attended by members of the Academic Senate of FEB UNS.

In his remarks, Prof. Tulus expressed gratitude for the collaboration and support he received during his tenure. He stated that as of September 1, 2025, he has officially entered retirement. “Thank you for all the support. I may have not contributed much to FEB UNS, and I apologize if I made mistakes along the way,” he conveyed with humility.

As the newly appointed Chair of SAF, Prof. Hunik emphasized her commitment to continue strengthening the role of SAF in maintaining sound academic governance and called for collective support from all members. “I sincerely ask for your support, for me to be able to fulfil this responsibility well,” she said.

On behalf of FEB UNS Board of Professor and all senate members, appreciation was extended to Prof. Tulus for his consistent leadership, meaningful contributions, and commitment to upholding SAF’s function as an internal oversight body with a strategic role in shaping faculty academic policies.

The Dean of FEB UNS, Prof. Bhimo Rizky Samudro, also expressed his appreciation both personally and representing the faculty to Prof. Tulus for his dedication and inspiration throughout his term. “Prof. Tulus has provided many valuable insights for the faculty. Hopefully, Prof. Hunik will carry this transition forward and further contribute to improving academic policies within FEB,” he noted.

This leadership transition reflects FEB UNS’s commitment to the principles of Good Governance and Quality Education, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4: Quality Education and Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. Through the active role of the Academic Senate as a supervisory body, FEB UNS continues to ensure an inclusive, fair, and high-quality educational process while strengthening transparent and accountable academic institutions.

The annual conference, “Sebelas Maret International Conference on Digital Economy (SMICDE),” returned in 2025. This year, SMICDE is organized by the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), in collaboration with the Center for Fintech and Banking (UNS Fintech Center), supported by the Indonesia Endowment Funds for Education Agency (LPDP) and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia. The event featured two keynote speakers and five invited speakers.

The 2025 SMICDE, carrying the theme “Towards Digital Future: New Challenges in Global Economics,” also serves as the venue for the Declaration of Consortium on SDG 8: “International Association of Studies on Economic Growth and Development in Emerging Markets.” The declaration was signed by representatives from UNS, University of Akron (USA), Harvard University & University of Messina, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, Chung Hua University Taiwan, Asia Pacific University Malaysia, University of Malaya Malaysia, Taylor’s University Malaysia, University of Buckingham UK, and Ostim Technical University Turkey.

The declaration marked the beginning of a shared commitment among higher education institutions to advance collaborative research, knowledge exchange, and academic partnerships, fostering sustainable and inclusive economic growth in line with SDG 8, while strengthening cooperation between academia, government, industry, and society. With this declaration, the 14 universities pledged to enhance collaboration and drive collective action for a better and sustainable future.

This commitment was highlighted by Prof. Dr. Fitria Rahmawati, SSi., MSi., Vice Rector for Academic and Research Affairs of UNS, representing the Rector of UNS, in her welcoming remarks.

“Hopefully, this declaration will not only remain as a ceremonial statement, but also a concrete commitment to advancing SDG 8, promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, productive employment, and decent work for all. UNS will take an active leadership role, not merely as a member, but also coordinating and leading activities within this network to ensure that this collaboration yields meaningful impact. Let us work together to advance the achievement of the SDGs in developing countries,” she emphasized.

The Dean of FEB UNS, Prof. Bhimo Rizky Samudro, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., in his remarks during the event, also emphasized the need of producing tangible contributions, beyond academic insights.

“We are honored to host a meeting that brings together academics, practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the world. We believe that cross-disciplinary and cross-institutional collaboration is crucial in addressing today’s digital challenges. Through this conference, we hope to encourage knowledge exchange, best practices, and partnerships that will contribute to advancing digital innovation for global prosperity,” he stated.

Held at Swiss-Belhotel Solo on September 3–4, 2025, this year SMICDE featured the Sebelas Maret International Workshop on Economic Growth and Development in Emerging Markets on its opening day. The workshop hosted nine speakers and five discussants who presented interactive academic discussions in various topic regarding economic growth and SDG’s.

This workshop, along with the SMICDE conference, reflects the active role of Universitas Sebelas Maret in accelerating the achievement of SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, as highlighted in Prof. Irwan Trinugroho, S.E., MSc., Ph.D., QCRO., Vice Rector for Planning, Cooperation, Internationalization, and Information of UNS, remarks.

“UNS has been designated as one of the universities to accelerating the achievement of SDG 8. The expectation is for this association to serve as a hub for researchers, particularly those focusing on studies related to economic growth and emerging markets. Hopefully, this two-day conference will be a productive and valuable session for both participants and speakers,” he stated.

On the second day, Prof. John W. Goodell (University of Akron, USA) and Prof. Bruno S. Sergi (University of Messina & Harvard University) delivered keynote speeches titled “The New Belief Finance” and “DESI and the Progress on Digital Development in Europe.” In addition to the keynote sessions and plenary discussions, SMICDE 2025 also served as a platform for more than 70 selected articles presented in parallel sessions.

Awards for best papers were given to five selected articles across three categories. For the Master’s (S2) category, the award went to Bimo Saktiawan from Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) with his article entitled “When Diversity is High, Can it Avoid Ethical Breaches? The Impact of Board Gender Inclusion on Greenwashing Practices.”

In the Doctoral (S3) category, the award was presented to Ika Swasti Putri from Universitas Sebelas Maret for her article entitled “CEO Characteristics, Popularity Level, and Climate Change Disclosure: Evidence from the Energy & Basic Materials Sectors in Indonesia.”

Three awards in the Faculty Member and Researcher category were granted to: “Asymmetric Risk Premium in the Digital Asset Market” by Berlian Karlina (Universitas Indonesia) awarded the Best Paper 3; “Does Islamic Financial Development Drive Energy Transition in OIC Countries: The Role of Institutional Quality” by Rahmat Heru Setianto (Universitas Airlangga) with Best Paper 2 award; and “Does Playing by the Rules Pay-off? Market Conduct & Performance in Indonesia’s Life Insurance Sector” by Ahmad Danu Prasetyo (OJK Institute), is selected as the First Best Paper.

Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) held a Digisign Training for Academic Support Staff on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Computer Laboratory E, 3rd Floor, Soedarah Soepono Building, FEB UNS. The event was officially opened by Sutaryo, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., Ak., CA., CRA., CRP., ACPA., Vice Dean for Non-Academic Affairs.

In his remarks, he explained that the previous Digisign training was limited only to several persons in charge (PIC), such as drafters and signers. Therefore, the current training is expanded to include all Academic Support Staff of FEB UNS to ensure a seamless administration and staff readiness in the case of job rotation or position restructuring within the faculty.

“We ask all participants to follow this training seriously, thus you can gain maximum understanding and skills in using Digisign. It is important to emphasize that digital signatures have now become a mandatory policy within the university. Therefore, all outgoing correspondence, whether from the university, faculty, or study programs, are no longer permitted to use manual signatures,” he stressed.

He further emphasized that although some documents had previously been signed manually, going forward all official documents must use digital signatures. Units without drafter access may submit a request, and the faculty will facilitate this need.

“If you encounter difficulties in this process, please report first to your direct supervisor, then through the coordinator, followed by the Vice Dean, and if necessary, to the Dean. Do not make independent decisions. Any wrong decision will certainly cause problems, while even the right decision may not necessarily receive recognition. Therefore, let us safeguard this process together,” he advised.

He also noted that the use of Digisign not only aims to standardize administration but also strengthens internal control systems to ensure that all official documents issued can be accounted for more effectively.

This training also contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), by strengthening institutional capacity and improving the efficiency of transparent and accountable administrative governance.