Program Doktor Ilmu Ekonomi (PDIE) Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis (FEB) Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) menggelar Alumni Talk di Gedung Ki Hadjar Dewantara UNS, Selasa 24 September 2024
Alumni Talk yang diikuti oleh alumni dan juga mahasiswa PDIE itu menghadirkan tiga pembicara, Dr. Erna Setiany, M.Si, Ak. Wakil Rektor Universitas Mercu Buana,Dr. Anto Prabowo, MBA, Depkom-Advisor Senior OJK, Dr. Rochmat Aldy Purnomo, M.Si, Univeristas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo.

Prof. Dr. Rahmawati, M.Si., Ak., Plt. Kepala Program Studi (Kaprodi) PDIE dalam sambutannya menyampaikan bahwa kegiatan ini merupakan agenda rutin yang digelar sekali dalam setahun.
Di tahun ini, PDIE menghadirkan tiga narasumber yang mewakili alumni peminatan di PDIE, Dr. Erna, dari peminatan Akuntansi, Dr. Anto dari Manajemen dan Dr. Rochmat Aldi dari minat Ekonomi Pembangunan.

Lebih lanjut disampaikan bahwa peran alumni PDIE sangat penting sekali untuk akreditasi PDIE. Sudah ada lebih dari 155 alumni PDIE dan sudah terdata sehingga jika nanti ada acara, bisa digiatkan alumninya. Tahun 2026 nanti akan reakreditasi dengan instrumen Lamemba.
Prof. Rahma juga menyampaikan saran dari asesor di Tahun 2022 lalu, hendaknya program doktor dibuat terpisah, PDIE, Program Doktor Ilmu Akuntansi (PDIA), dan Program Doktor Ilmu Manajemen (PDIM).
“Otomatis yang PDIE ini untuk Ekonomi Pembangunan, kemudian yang manajemen dan akuntansi nanti bisa membuat proposalnya sendiri, itu saran dari asesor kemarin karena linieritas itu penting” katanya kemudian.
Lebih lanjut disampaikan rata-rata lama studi di PDIE Itu 4,2 tahun, idealnya 3 sampai 4 tahun. Jika mendapatkan beasiswa studi untuk 3 tahun dan bisa diperpanjang 1 tahun.

“Mahasiswa yang ada di sini semangat ya, nanti mendengarkan ulasan dari tiga pembicara alumni menjadi semangat, termotivasi untuk menyelesaikan tepat waktu diwaktu yang tepat 3 sampai 4 tahun aja karena kalau 4 tahun lebih 5 tahun 6 tahun jadi jelek reratanya” ungkapnya menyemangati.
Berbagai kegiatan yang melibatkan narasumber dari luar negeri juga sudah banyak dilakukan, demikian juga kerja sama dalam penelitian dan supervisi.

Sementara itu, Dr. H. Abdul Kharis Almasyhari,S.E., M.Si., AKT., CA., Ketua Alumni PDIE mengatakan akan selalu siap membantu PDIE.
“Dari awal kami menjadi pengurus alumni PDIE berharap sekali agar PDIE semakin lebih baik kualitasnya dari kami sebagai angkatan pertama. Jadi kami berharap sekali para pengelola untuk tidak mentolerir turunnya kualitas PDIE. Kalau perlu dinaikkan terus, kami siap bantu untuk untuk mewujudkan itu sehingga nanti PDIE juga tidak kalah dengan program doktor dari kampus-kampus yang sudah lebih maju. Kami siap untuk bekerja sama membantu untuk menyukseskan seluruh program PDIE yang melibatkan alumni” jelasnya.
Mudah-mudahan dengan makin banyaknya alumni dari berbagai disiplin ilmu dari berbagai tempat kerja akan semakin membuat PDIE UNS diperhitungkan.


Ketiga narasumber, Dr. Erna, Dr. Anto dan Dr. Aldy memberikan banyak wawasan dan motivasi kepada peserta yang hadir yang sebagai besar merupakan mahasiswa PDIE.





The team is assisting two local MSMEs engaged in corn processing in Boyolali: “Snack Kupu“ and “Keripik Jagung Bu Parni“. The support began in May 2024 and is ongoing.
The primary focus of the community service for these two businesses is to enhance the marketing of Marning as a flagship product for Boyolali, using a triple helix method encouraging collaboration between universities, business owners, and the Regional Government of Boyolali to create competitive, sustainable, and high-quality MSMEs.
This statement was made by Dr. Dwi Prasetyani, SE. M.Si., Director of the Directorate of Alumni and Student Entrepreneurship at UNS, during the opening remarks of the Sharing Session titled “Balancing Corporate, Business, and People Development.” The event was hosted by the Master of Management (MM) Program FEB UNS on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in the Konimex Hall, Bachtiar Effendi Building.
Dr. Prasetyani further explained that scholarships provided by KAFEB have shown remarkable growth over the past two years. In its first year, the fund allocation stood at around IDR 24 million, which then increased significantly to IDR 184 million in the second year. These scholarships are awarded based on three criteria: financial need, academic achievement, and active involvement in campus activities.
In addition to KAFEB scholarships, there is also the “Bakti Almamater” program, which provides support for students through mentorship, job placements in state-owned enterprises, and opportunities in the banking sector. KAFEB provides mentoring and assistance starting from application to interview stages. Additionally, Bakti Almamater KAFEB also offers financial support for students participating in achievement-oriented activities.
Moreover, there is an additional fundraising initiative outside of KAFEB called “Gerbang Pitulungan,” donations specifically established by the alumni for student scholarships.
Dr. Prasetyani expressed her sincere gratitude and appreciation for the efforts of FEB UNS and KAFEB. “KAFEB UNS is a source of pride for us all. FEB is the only faculty at UNS with a dedicated foundation and endowment fund. Nationally, very few faculties have such resources. FEB UNS serves as a benchmark within UNS, setting an example for other faculties. Thank you to our alumni, who have shown exceptional commitment and integrity in supporting the advancement of FEB and UNS,” she concluded.
Meanwhile, the Dean of FEB UNS emphasized the importance of fostering a sense of belonging among alumni. Alumni who maintain a strong connection to their alma mater, and feel pride and respect for it, contribute to its enduring value.
The Sharing Session featured three guest speakers from the 1989 alumni cohort: Heri Purnomo, Director of HR and General Affairs at PT Alumni; Eko Ariantoro, Chief Commissioner of PT. Elnusa; and Danang Andriyanto from Bank Mandiri. The event was moderated by Retno Tanding Suryandari, Ph.D., Head of the MM Program, and attended by undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students, as well as the alumni from 1989 cohort. The session was engaging and featured many door prizes for active participants.
On the first day, Thursday, September 19, 2024, the program began with a lecture delivered by Prof. Irwan Trinugroho, Vice-Rector for Planning, Collaboration, Internationalization, and Information Affairs UNS, with material entitled “Industrial Policy Directions and Downstreaming Strategies to Support Sustainable Growth in Indonesia.”
Downstreaming, he emphasized, must deliver clear added value when transitioning from raw materials to processed goods. Without robust market analysis and cost-benefit evaluations, it may fail to provide economic advantages. Furthermore, successful downstreaming requires strong national policies, such as Indonesia’s export ban on nickel ore and progressive export tariffs on cocoa beans.
On the second day, Friday, September 20, 2024, the program continued with lectures by Prof. Iwan Jaya Azis, Research Scholar at Bank Indonesia–Cornell University, discussing “Regional Productivity Development in Indonesia,” and Prof. Hermanto Siregar from Perbanas Institute, covering “The Readiness and Challenges of Indonesia’s Human Resources in Supporting Sustainable Economic Growth in the Digital Era.”
With over 200 participants in attendance, the talk show was part of the broader activities of the 22nd ISEI Congress. The event invited two prominent speakers: Zuwin Adriano, Business Development Manager at Privy, and Roberto Akyuwen, author and Head of the Financial Services Authority (OJK) for Jabodetabek and Banten Province.
The Dean of FEB UNS extended his gratitude and appreciation for the talk show, emphasizing its relevance to academics and students. “This topic is highly beneficial, especially for us in academia and our students. It is essential for them to develop their knowledge, particularly those in the Digital Business program, one of FEB’s highly sought-after majors. I hope the students pay close attention to today’s topic, Cybersecurity in Banking, as it is incredibly important,” he stated.
In his opening remarks, Eko B Supriyanto, Chairman of Infobank Media Group, highlighted the remarkable contribution of The Cybersecurity in Banking Book by Roberto Akyuwen. “In a country like Indonesia, where financial, digital, and cybercrime literacy remains low, this book by Mr. Roberto stands out with over 600 pages of rich content. It integrates theories, regulations, real-world practices, and research findings. Such comprehensive resources are rare, making this book an extraordinary contribution,” he remarked.
As the book’s editor, Eko noted its engaging content and emphasized its central theme: strategies to mitigate cybercrime risks in the banking sector.






