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The Taxation Laboratory of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) held a Public Lecture on Taxation entitled Tax and Finance in the Digital Era: Challenges and Opportunities on Friday, 13 June 2025, at the Konimex Hall, Bachtiar Effendi Building, FEB UNS. The event, attended by faculty members and students, featured Jafar Shodiq, S.Akt., M.Ak., Managing Partner of MNCo Juara, as the keynote speaker.

At the beginning of his presentation, Jafar explained that a career in the field of taxation is considered prestigious and attractive, offering broad career prospects, competitive remuneration, diverse professional pathways, and opportunities for international careers. Positions available in taxation include tax staff or manager, tax accountant, lecturer or instructor or taxation speaker, tax officer at the Directorate General of Taxes, taxation writer (books, magazines, newspapers), tax planner, tax consultant, and tax attorney (taxpayer legal counsel).

Furthermore, Jafar elaborated that in an increasingly dynamic economy, more individuals are choosing to pursue careers as tax consultants. With high demand for tax professionals, competitive salaries, and engaging challenges, this field offers significant opportunities for those aspiring to build a successful career.

Tax consultants play a crucial role in assisting businesses and individuals in understanding and complying with complex tax regulations. Equipped with the appropriate skills, they can provide effective and strategic solutions while contributing to economic growth.

“A career in taxation is not only promising in terms of financial rewards but also provides continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Each tax case is unique, and this makes our work perpetually engaging,” he stated.

With the growing number of opportunities in this sector, individuals interested in pursuing a career in taxation are encouraged to explore relevant education and training. Preparing for a career in taxation offers various opportunities and challenges that must be understood. A SWOT analysis indicates that the strengths of taxation as a profession include the high demand for tax experts and competitive salaries. However, the weaknesses or constraints to consider are the intense competition and the necessity for continuous knowledge updates. The prospects of economic growth and the increasing need for taxation services are balanced by its challenges, mainly dynamic changes in taxation regulatory and negative public perceptions of the profession.

He further explained the benefits of taxation literacy for entrepreneurs. In this context, taxation understanding provides indirect yet significant advantages for business owners. Through in-depth financial analysis, entrepreneurs can identify opportunities and challenges and make more strategic business decisions. Moreover, compliance with tax regulations enhances the company’s credibility in the eyes of investors, creating further opportunities for growth.

Through this occasion, FEB UNS supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) by providing students with access to contextual learning and practical skills to prepare them to enter the employment. Discussion on taxation also closely relates to SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), as it promotes students understanding on the importance of tax compliance in economic development and opens up broad career opportunities within the field of taxation.

The taxation laboratory, as part of educational innovation at FEB UNS, also contributes to SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by developing talents with adaptive skills, particularly in the face of technological developments and digital financial regulations. Furthermore, collaboration with professional tax practitioners like Jafar Shodiq reflects the spirit of SDG 17 (Partnerships to Achieve the Goals), where synergy between education and industry is key to producing quality and globally competitive graduates.

The essence of fiscal policy lies in government measures to influence the economy so that it remains stable, grows at a high level, and achieves equitable success. The ultimate goal is prosperity. The prosperity in question entails cross-cutting equity—not only equity among income groups but also among regions and across generations. We must lay the foundation that the State Budget (APBN) builds a strong base for the next generation.

Based on this objective, the APBN, as an instrument of fiscal policy, must be designed to respond effectively to economic dynamics, address challenges, and optimally support development agendas, so the APBN itself must remain healthy. The APBN is an instrument—if it is not healthy, it is impossible for a country to strongly stimulate the economy and foster widespread prosperity. For this reason, the APBN has three functions: stabilization, allocation, and distribution.

This statement was delivered by Wahyu Utomo, S.Sos., M.Si., Director of the State Revenue and Expenditure Budget Strategy at the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia, during the Fiscal Corner Workshop entitled “State Budget Governance for Accelerating Development in Indonesia Post-Budget Efficiency Policies,” held on Saturday, 21 June 2025, at UNS Tower Classroom 3, 5th Floor.

“In the midst of limited fiscal space, how can we continue to stimulate the economy and support various development agendas for public welfare? The APBN must remain healthy. Indeed, there must now be innovation and adaptation to new work patterns—collaboration with enterprises, leveraging the role of Regional Public Service Agencies (BLU), and the role of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN),” he conveyed.

To faculty members and students of FEB UNS attending the workshop, Wahyu Utomo explained that to make fiscal policy effective, there are three key principles that must be upheld. The first is that fiscal policy must be proportional. This means that fiscal policy primarily serves to safeguard macroeconomic stability. Public sector responsibilities are driven by the APBN, while other areas should be entrusted to the private sector and BUMN, establishing a mutualistic symbiosis among the APBN, private sector, BUMN, and BLU. All four instruments must work together to strengthen the national economy. This is what is referred to as the macro balance principle.

The second principle is that fiscal policy must serve as an oversight instrument to ensure policy consistency so that short-term, medium-term, and long-term policies are implemented properly. Policymaking should not only focusing on short-term policy, since pragmatism will undermine long-term strategies instead.

The third principle is the principle of connecting the dots—there must always be a clear linkage between fiscal macro policy, macroeconomic policy, and sectoral policies. This alignment must be maintained, as the absence of such coherence will render the economy unproductive.

It was further explained that in addressing challenges such as geopolitical tensions and climate change, the government will also strengthen structural reforms and economic transformation. These efforts include improving the quality of human resources, developing infrastructure, and adopting digital technologies to enhance Indonesia’s competitiveness in the global market.

Tax reform and strengthening the financial system are also key priorities, aimed at broadening the tax base and increasing tax compliance. In addition, the government will develop innovative and sustainable financing schemes to support priority programs.

The government has set a target for state revenue at 11.71% to 12.22% of GDP, with state expenditure projected at 14.19% to 14.75% of GDP. The budget deficit will be maintained within the range of 2.48% to 2.53% of GDP to ensure fiscal sustainability and economic stability. With these strategic measures, the government remains optimistic that Indonesia will achieve stable and sustainable economic growth and enhance the welfare of communities throughout the nation.

Inclusive, adaptive, and sustainable fiscal policies as proposed in this workshop are in line with Indonesia’s commitment to supporting the achievement of the SDGs, particularly SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequality), and SDG 13 (Addressing Climate Change), in order to realize intergenerational prosperity and equitable development for all regions.

In an effort to foster a collaborative and productive academic atmosphere, the Center for Research and Community Engagement Development (P4M) FEB UNS, in collaboration with the Research Group for Digital Economy, Marketing, and Consumer Insight (DEMCI), organized a Working Paper Forum on Tuesday, 10 June 2025, at the Coordination Room for Academic Support Staff, Soeharno TS Building, FEB UNS. The event, attended by faculty members and students, featured Catur Sugiarto, S.E., M.SM., M.Rech., Ph.D., CDMP., CPM (Asia)., Lecturer and Researcher from the RG Digital Economy, Marketing, and Consumer Insight (DEMCI), as the main speaker.

Dila Maghrifani, S.E., B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., Head of P4M, conveyed that the forum was part of the dissemination of academic research findings to broaden the insights of the academic community, particularly regarding sustainable entrepreneurship development, eco-innovation, and the growth of renewable energy startups in Indonesia.

She further explained that the research results presented by the speaker were not merely academic studies but were part of a project funded by Bank Indonesia, which has made tangible contributions to society. Meanwhile, Prof. Tri Mulyaningsih, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., Vice Dean for Academic and Research Affairs of FEB UNS, in her remarks, expressed her hope that participants, most of whom were students, could actively engage in discussions and absorb the insights provided by the speaker.

During the Working Paper Forum organized by P4M, Dr. Catur Sugiarto delivered a presentation entitled Business Incubation, Eco-innovation, and Startup Growth: A Study of Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship in Indonesia. “Indonesia possesses abundant potential for Renewable Energy (EBT), reaching 3,686 gigawatts, sourced from solar, hydro, bioenergy, geothermal, and ocean energy. Despite this vast potential, Indonesia still relies heavily on fossil fuels, particularly coal, which generates high emissions. This creates an urgency to transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources,” he explained.

Furthermore, it was conveyed that renewable energy startups in Indonesia face numerous challenges, including complex regulations, high capital requirements, and low market awareness regarding the importance of renewable energy. Globally, many companies such as Proterra and Britishvolt have gone bankrupt due to supply chain issues and insufficient funding. In Indonesia, companies like Xurya and Surya Power also face policy uncertainty and regulatory barriers that impede their growth.

Business incubators play a crucial role in reducing dependency on a single energy source and accelerating community welfare in regions with renewable energy potential. Through the development of startups in the renewable energy sector and the strengthening of existing enterprises, incubators can provide the sustainable support necessary to drive innovation and growth. Thus, business incubators can serve as a strategic solution to harness the renewable energy potential that Indonesia possesses.

The research conducted by Dr. Catur Sugiarto and colleagues employed a mixed-methods approach to identify factors influencing the success of business incubators in the renewable energy sector. This approach is expected to offer deeper insights into how incubators can contribute to renewable energy development in Indonesia.

By conducting this working paper forum, P4M FEB UNS assert its commitment to supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). This forum serves as a strategic platform for strengthening academic collaboration, encouraging sustainable innovation, and building an entrepreneurial ecosystem capable of providing real solutions to Indonesia’s energy challenges.

The Project-Based Learning (PBL) Laboratory of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), organized a Training on Developing Case-Based and Project-Based Learning Modules on Thursday, 26 June 2025, at the PBL Laboratory of FEB UNS. The event, attended by 20 faculty members of FEB, featured Prof. Nurul Indarti, Sivilokonom., Cand.Merc., Ph.D., as the main speaker.

This one-day training covered an introduction to Case-Based and Project-Based Learning, including Designing and Developing Case Studies and Creating Case-Based and Project-Based Learning Modules. Other topics presented included Implementing Case-Based Learning in the Classroom, Adapting Case-Based Learning across Disciplines, and Challenges and Solutions in Case-Based and Project-Based Learning.

In her remarks, Prof. Tri Mulyaningsih, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., Vice Dean for Academic and Research Affairs FEB UNS, expressed her wishes, hoping for the session will equip faculty members with teaching techniques and strategies to improve the quality of learning at FEB.

“This activity is the starting point for a continuous program. Alhamdulillah, in this training, our lecturers are showing great enthusiasm to gain insights into what case-based and project-based learning truly entails. Moving forward, whenever possible, for the courses we teach, we can develop them further. If several lecturers are teaching the same course, they can design the cases or projects collaboratively, so it does not stop merely at the concept,” she explained.

Prof. Tri also expressed her hope that FEB will have its own case-based and project-based learning modules. With the new perspectives shared by Prof. Nurul, it is expected that teaching approaches at FEB will become more diverse, supporting the achievement of students’ Learning Outcomes (CPL). Thus, upon graduation, students will be ready to pursue careers aligned with each course’s objectives.

Speaking to feb.uns.ac.id, the Head of the Project-Based Learning Laboratory, Siti Khoiriyah, S.E., M.Si., conveyed that participants in this program gained comprehensive benefits in developing teaching materials through direct assistance from a highly competent expert. The learning modules developed can be implemented to support in-class learning activity.

This training is expected to make a significant contribution to enhance teaching and learning quality at FEB UNS by equipping faculty members with the tools and skills to develop case-based and project-based learning modules, thereby creating more practical and relevant learning experiences for students. The Case-Based and Project-Based Learning Modules Development training is in line with FEB UNS’s commitment to supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in providing quality education (SDG 4), by strengthening the capacity of lecturers in designing innovative, applicable, and relevant learning for the real world.

The International Mobility Program (International Exposure) at the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), aims to broaden students’ global perspectives, strengthen cross-cultural competencies, and enhance graduates’ competitiveness through learning experiences in international academic environments. This message was conveyed by Prof. Tri Mulyaningsih, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., Vice Dean for Academic and Research Affairs, when opening the coordination meeting of the International Class Mobility Program at the Coordination Room, 1st Floor, Soeharno TS Building, FEB UNS.

She further explained that students will have the opportunity to participate in various international activities, including Short-Term Programs at partner universities such as Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), Malaysia, and Osaka Metropolitan University, Japan; student exchange programs (Credit Transfer) at Universiti Putra Malaysia, Universiti Malaya, and National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan; as well as Double Degree and Credit Transfer schemes at Saxion University, the Netherlands, and Curtin University, Australia.

The timeframe and duration for the Short-Term Programs range between 1–2 weeks and are held during the semester break (December–January). Meanwhile, the Credit Transfer programs are conducted in the even or odd semesters with varying durations.

In addition, there is the UNS Global Challenge Program, which provides funding opportunities for students wishing to take part in academic programs at the world’s top 100 universities. The requirements include active student status, completion of four semesters, and a good academic record. The funding schemes available are either fully funded or co-funding, where participants receive funding for the flight tickets but must prepare additional funding for personal expenses during the program duration.

Regarding pre-departure preparations, students will participate in intercultural readiness workshops and pre-departure briefings. They will also receive assistance in processing essential documents such as passports, visas, and travel insurance, as well as support for logistics coordination and academic readiness to ensure smooth program implementation.

This international mobility program supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for Achieving the Goals), by strengthening students’ global competencies and encouraging international collaboration to create superior and globally competitive graduates.

The Hajj Financial Management (BPKH), in collaboration with the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), organized the BPKH Mastering Class: Deepening Understanding of Islamic Financial Transactions at the Konimex Hall, Bachtiar Effendi Building, FEB UNS, on Saturday, 21 June 2025.

In his remarks, the Dean of FEB UNS, Prof. Bhimo Rizky Samudro, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., stated that this activity serves as an excellent forum. Moreover, the event offers substantial benefits to students by enhancing their knowledge of Islamic financial literacy. The implementation of the BPKH Mastering Class also represents a form of collaboration that is highly valuable to both parties. Therefore, Prof. Bhimo expressed his hope that this partnership can be further developed in the future.

Dr. Sulistyowati, M.E., CPF., Member of the Executive Board of BPKH, delivered remarks while also presenting an overview regarding the management of hajj funds. In her presentation, she emphasized the importance of transparency and efficiency in managing public funds to ensure alignment with sharia principles. Dr. Sulistyowati also outlined the roadmap of BPKH’s establishment and its current role as the institution responsible for managing hajj funds in Indonesia.

The event went on with a session on ZISWAF (Zakat, Infaq, Sadaqah, and Waqf) presented by Sasti Nugroho, M.Ikom., from Baitulmaal Muamalat, followed by a presentation on Islamic Banking Products by Sahlan from Bank Muamalat. The program concluded with a lecture entitled Enhancing Islamic Financial Literacy delivered by Ibrahim Fatwa Wijaya, M.Sc., Ph.D., Chairperson of MES Surakarta and Director of Planning, Partnership, Internationalization, and Reputation, UNS.

The Center for Research and Community Engagement Development (P4M), Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), organized a SINTA Data Update Workshop on Thursday, 19 June 2025, at the Konimex Room, Bachtiar Effendi Building, FEB UNS.

The session featured Sarjiyanto, S.E., MBA., Ph.D., CPDS., CSRS., representing the Institute for Research and Community Engagement (LPPM) UNS, as the main speaker. Also present was Mudzakir, who provided assistance with the SINTA verification process for UNS academic staff. In his presentation, Sarjiyanto emphasized the importance of regularly updating data on SINTA (Science and Technology Index) for both individual faculty members and institutions.

SINTA is an online platform managed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) of the Republic of Indonesia. It serves as a database for managing and presenting information on nationally accredited scientific journals. SINTA data is used for various purposes, including research and community engagement clustering, Lecturer Credit Score Assessment (PAK), Academic Integrity Dashboard (ANJANI), and institutional performance evaluations.

Sarjiyanto highlighted the need for faculty members to consistently update their SINTA accounts with publications, research activities, and other academic outputs. New lecturers, in particular, are expected to promptly create a SINTA account and actively engage in research and community engagement, which will form the foundation of their academic profiles. He also provided detailed instructions on how to update and synchronize publication data in the SINTA system, including managing author profiles, verifying publications, and entering various types of academic outputs.

Concluding his presentation, Sarjiyanto expressed his hope that the workshop and guidelines provided by the LPPM team would increase awareness among participants about the significance of using SINTA effectively to enhance both individual and institutional rankings and reputations at the national and international levels.

The second speaker, Mudzakir, delivered a practical session on the SINTA registration process, verification procedures, and available resources to help maintain accurate academic records. He elaborated on how to update and synchronize publication data in the SINTA system, covering the access and integration of various publication types (Scopus, Google Scholar, Garuda), and how to synchronize them within the platform. The presentation also included steps on adding books, claiming intellectual property rights (IPR), and uploading products or prototypes.

Mudzakir emphasized the importance of verifying data accuracy and avoiding duplicate entries. Additionally, the workshop provided guidance on configuring Google Scholar settings to prevent automatic updates and how to locate a Garuda ID for authors with indexed publications in the Garuda database.

The Center for Research and Community Engagement Development (P4M), Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), organized a Scientific Article Writing Workshop for SINTA-Accredited National Journals on Thursday, 19 June 2025, at Konimex Room, Bachtiar Effendi Building, FEB UNS.

Attended by more than 40 students and lecturers, the workshop featured Isna Putri Rahmawati, S.E., M.Sc., Ak., the Managing Editor of Jurnal Akuntansi dan Bisnis, faculty member at FEB UNS, and experienced advisor for students aiming to publish in SINTA-2 accredited journals.

In her opening remarks, Dila Maghrifani, S.E., B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., Head of P4M, emphasized that the workshop aimed to enhance participants’ skills and understanding in preparing high-quality scientific articles aligned with the standards of SINTA (Science and Technology Index) accreditation. The session was also designed to equip participants with effective publication strategies to increase the acceptance rate of their manuscripts in indexed journals.

“We are fortunate to welcome Mrs. Isna today, who consistently guides her students in publishing their undergraduate theses into academic journals. This not only benefits the students but also contributes to broader academic discourse. Every year, student publications are successfully produced under her mentorship. I encourage everyone to make the most of today’s session,” she noted.

In her presentation, Isna encouraged the mostly undergraduate student participants to pursue publication of their academic work in SINTA-accredited national journals. She highlighted the importance of such publications: for lecturers, it supports performance evaluation, academic promotion, and certification; for students, it enhances their academic profile, provides added value to their portfolio, and supports Study Program and university accreditation.

“Many undergraduate portfolios focus on internships. I strongly recommend making scientific publication part of your portfolio. When applying for jobs or civil service positions, candidates are often asked: ‘What have you created? What have you published?’ That is where your article can make a difference,” she emphasized.

Isna shared her experience of supervising five to eight students each year. Typically, two of the student’s articles will be successfully published in SINTA-2 journals, while the rest were published in SINTA-3, 4, or 5 journals. Her approach aims to ensure that students’ academic work does not remain idle in repositories or personal files but contributes to scholarly discussions.

She also explained that the latest accreditation guidelines have made publication more competitive. Journals now prioritize author diversity, topic relevance, adherence to author guidelines, and alignment with the journal’s scope. Moreover, titles must reflect the article’s key findings.

Isna offered specific tips for successful publication in SINTA journals: select up-to-date topics relevant to the journal’s scope; clearly highlight novelty in both the introduction and conclusion; use recent data, robust methods, and appropriate statistical analysis; strictly follow the journal’s formatting and author guidelines; and uphold academic integrity by avoiding plagiarism and refraining from the use of AI in writing.

The workshop is expected to encourage students and faculty to publish quality articles that contribute meaningfully to academic and professional communities.

The Islamic Economics and Finance Research Group (RG), Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), in collaboration with the Surakarta Regional Board of the Indonesian Sharia Economic Society (MES), and the Central Java Regional Board of the Indonesian Association of Islamic Economists (DPW IAEI), held a virtual session on Islamic Economics and Finance on Tuesday, 24 June 2024. The event was attended by members of the Regional Board and the Forum Alumni HMI Wati (PD Forhati) Solo Raya, Central Java, led by Coordinating Presidium Sri Murni Endarwati.

On this occasion, Falikhatun delivered a presentation on the importance of understanding khiyar, particularly in the context of online transactions. The concept of khiyar serves several purposes, including preventing losses, ensuring fairness, and building trust between buyers and sellers. She also emphasized that e-commerce transactions must comply with the Fatwa of the National Sharia Council of the Indonesian Ulema Council (DSN MUI) No. 146 of 2021 on online sales and purchases. The fatwa stipulates, among other things, that sellers must not engage in tadlis (misrepresentation), tanajusy (exaggerated product claims), or ghysysy (false testimonials).

Falikhatun elaborated, “Khiyar is the right of choice granted to either the buyer or the seller in a sale-purchase transaction (Murabahah) to proceed with or cancel the agreement. In Arabic, khiyar means ‘choice’ or ‘option.’ In the context of commerce, khiyar provides the transacting parties with the freedom to reconsider their decisions after the contract has been executed. Understanding khiyar must be widely promoted so that business actors can incorporate it as a marketing strategy to attract and retain customers.”

This activity aimed to encourage members of PD Forhati Solo Raya to gain a deeper understanding of the khiyar concept in both online and traditional business practices. In the long term, this discussion is expected to offer strategic insight to enhance sales performance, particularly in improving customer satisfaction through the implementation of khiyar as a form of post-sale service.

The Export-Import Laboratory of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), held a training session entitled “Export-Import Training: Export Preparation for Beginners” on Wednesday, 25 June 2025. The session took place at the Project-Based Learning (PBL) Laboratory Room of FEB UNS and was attended by 15 final-year students from the Study Programs of Development Economics, Management, and Accounting.

The training featured resource persons from BNI Xpora and Solo-based export-import practitioners from CV Ivan Sugih Arta. Key topics covered included Export Market Research & Commodity Identification, Export Pricing and Negotiation, Payment Methods and Market Requirements, Promotion, Distribution, and Export Financing.

Dr. Arif Rahman Hakim, S.E., M.Ec.Dev., Ph.D., Head of the Export-Import Laboratory, stated that the training was designed to prepare students for an official export-import certification. The certification will assess competence in areas such as export market research, pricing strategies, negotiation techniques, payment methods, and product classification using the Harmonized System (HS) Code.

“By mastering these topics, students are expected to conduct accurate market research, select secure payment methods, and understand the terms and conditions of Letters of Credit (L/C) to minimize risks in international transactions. Moreover, knowledge on trade contract drafting, export promotion, and choosing appropriate distribution channels is essential to ensure that products are accepted and competitive in target markets,” he explained to feb.uns.ac.id.

He further elaborated that the training was structured to provide both comprehensive understanding and practical insights, equipping students not only for the certification exam but also for real-world application in the export-import sector. The program is expected to enhance students’ knowledge and skills in international trade, enabling them to compete globally and pursue professional certification in export-import.