The Master of Management, Faculty of Economics, Universitas Sarjanawiyata Tamansiswa (UST) Yogyakarta continues to expand its international network through a strategic partnership with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Sabah, Malaysia. The meeting, held at the UiTM campus, marked an important milestone in strengthening collaboration in education, student and lecturer exchange, and joint research focusing on sustainability issues.
The event was attended by representatives from both universities. From UiTM, participants included Dr. Yasin, Dr. Taufiq, the Head of Research, and several members of the academic team. Representing UST were Dr. Ambar Lukitaningsih (Dean of the Faculty of Economics), Dr. Syamsul Hadi (Head of the Master of Management Program), Dr. Muinah Fadhila (Quality Assurance, Master of Management), and Dr. Riskin Hidayat (Secretary of the Master of Management Program). Their presence reflected UST’s strong commitment to building global partnerships and advancing academic collaboration.
During the warm and productive discussion, Dr. Syamsul Hadi emphasized the importance of accelerating the implementation of various collaborative initiatives between UST and UiTM. Key areas of cooperation discussed included strengthening joint research and co-publications in reputable journals, engaging students in cross-country research projects, developing joint curricula, and expanding opportunities for lecturer and student exchanges. Both institutions also explored the potential for co-authoring academic books and conducting human service projects—either online or offline—as a tangible contribution to society.
The discussion reflected a shared spirit of fostering an academic ecosystem that not only advances knowledge but also upholds human values and sustainability principles. Dr. Syamsul reaffirmed that this collaboration would continue to grow by involving other study programs within Universitas Sarjanawiyata Tamansiswa, ensuring broader impact and participation across the academic community.
The event concluded with a token of appreciation presented by Dr. Ambar Lukitaningsih and Dr. Syamsul Hadi to UiTM representatives, followed by a group photo capturing the warmth and enthusiasm of this cross-border partnership. The collaboration between UST and UiTM stands not merely as a memorandum on paper, but as a concrete step toward an open, globally competitive, and sustainability-driven academic environment.
The Master of Management Program at UST warmly invites academics, students, and industry partners to join this spirit of collaboration—together building knowledge, character, and sustainability for a better world.
