Dalam rangka membantu dan memfasilitasi siswa dalam bidang Manajemen Perkantoran dan Layanan Bisnis, SMK N 1 Cijulang mengadakan kunjungan industri dan pelatihan Simulasi Perkantoran di Laboratorium Simulasi Perkantoran di Fakultas Ekonomi dan Binsis (FEB) UNY, lalu Rabu (15/5) lalu di Auditorium FEB UNY. Sambutan pembukaan acara disampaikan oleh Koordinator Laboratorium Simulasi Perkantoran Yuliansah, M.Pd, dan perwakilan dari SMKN 1 Cijulang Danang Ariwibowo, S.Pd. kemudian dilanjutkan dengan pelatihan Simulasi Perkantoran di Laboratorium Simulasi Perkantoran FEB UNY dan juga tur laboratorium yang dimiliki oleh program studi Pendidikan Administrasi Perkantoran, yaitu laboratorium Teknologi Perkantoran, laboratorium Kearsipan Digital, laboratorium Mengetik Manual, dan laboratorium Simulasi Perkantoran. 

Penyampaian materi dan pelatihan Simulasi Perkantoran disampaikan oleh dosen Pendidikan Administrasi Perkantoran FEB UNY yaitu Yuliansah, M.Pd dan dibantu oleh asisten laboratorium Pendidikan Administrasi Perkantoran. Selain mendapatkan materi yang disampaikan, siswa SMK N 1 Cijulang juga mempraktikkan secara langsung dan bermain peran seperti melakukan simulasi perkantoran di dunia kerja. 

Setelah melakukan pelatihan Simulasi Perkantoran, siswa merasa puas dengan materi yang disampaikan. “Pelatihan simulasi perkantoran yang dilaksanakan berkesan sekali dan kami jadi mengetahui beberapa alat kantor yang tidak ada di sekolah namun ada di laboratorium FEB UNY ini,” terang salah satu siswa.

Kunjungan industri dan Praktik Pelatihan Simulasi Perkantoran yang dilakukan oleh SMK N 1 Cijulang di bidang keahlian Manajemen Perkantoran dan Layanan Bisnis diharapkan dapat menjadi bekal bagi para siswa untuk meningkatkan keterampilan dan pengetahuan di masa yang akan datang. (ann)

Kustitik, a lecturer in Administrative Education from the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) at Yogyakarta State University (UNY), has successfully earned her Doctorate in Economic Education. She achieved this milestone after defending her dissertation, titled "Education Investment Decision Model for Employee-Class Students," at the Doctoral Program of FEB, State University of Malang (UM) on Thursday (16/5).

Her dissertation was developed under the guidance of three advisors: Prof. Dr. Heri Pratikto, M.Sc., Prof. Dr. Hari Wahyono, M.Pd., and Dr. Dwi Wulandari, M.M., CFP. During the open defense, Kustitik presented her research findings to a board of examiners that included Prof. Dr. Cipto Wardoyo, M.Pd., Prof. Dr. Nasikh, M.P., M.Pd., Dr. Endang Sri Andayani, and Prof. Dr. Siswanto, M.Pd. from FEB UNY, who served as external examiners.

Kustitik’s research addresses the challenge of high educational costs in Indonesia, which often limits access to higher education for lower-middle-income groups. She highlighted that employee-class programs can provide greater opportunities for workers wishing to pursue formal education. However, she also noted that maintaining employment while studying often poses challenges, leading to difficulties for many in achieving their educational investment goals.

Using an explanatory survey method, her study involved 316 respondents from Pamulang University and Sutomo University. The analysis, conducted with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using Smart PLS version 3, revealed that family financial socialization and the use of social networks have a positive and significant impact on educational investment decisions. Additionally, the study identified financial literacy and an internal locus of control as crucial mediating factors in these decisions.

With this achievement, Kustitik is expected to make a meaningful contribution to the field of Economic Education, particularly in advocating for more inclusive and accessible education policies. Her findings can serve as a valuable reference for policymakers aiming to develop programs that support continued education for workers and lower-middle-income communities in Indonesia. (fdhl)

The Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) at Yogyakarta State University (UNY) conducted a benchmarking visit to Telkom University and the Indonesian Education University (UPI) in Bandung on Thursday, May 16th. The purpose of this visit was to gain valuable insights and knowledge in curriculum development and to prepare for the launch of new study programs at FEB UNY.

During the first visit to Telkom University, the FEB UNY delegation—comprising 14 members, including the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, the Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Alumni, the Vice Dean for General Financial Planning and Resources, task force members, and public relations staff—was warmly welcomed in the Manterawu Meeting Room of Telkom University's Faculty of Communication and Business. They were greeted by Dr. Freddy Yusanto, Vice Dean I of the Faculty of Communication and Business, Dr. Ahmad Yunani, Head of the Business Administration Study Program, and other faculty members.

In his welcome speech, Dr. Freddy highlighted Telkom University's implementation of an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) curriculum, where assessments are based on the attainment of desired Course Learning Outcomes (CLO). He explained that Telkom University's academic management system, Igrasias, is aligned with OBE principles, facilitating automated evaluations and an integrated assessment process. Notably, Telkom University replaces traditional mid-term and final exams with a continuous assessment system.

Dr. Freddy also shared plans to transition the Business Administration Study Program from the Faculty of Communication and Business to the Faculty of Economics and Business at Telkom University in the coming year.

Dr. Sutirman, M.Pd., Vice Dean for Academic Affairs of FEB UNY, expressed his appreciation for the warm reception and emphasized the desire to learn from Telkom University's experience. He sought insights on various aspects, including the vision, mission, and objectives of study programs, student learning outcomes, curriculum structure, management, learning facilities, development strategies, graduate employability, and quality assurance processes.

Following the visit to Telkom University, the FEB UNY delegation proceeded to the Faculty of Economics and Business Education at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (FPEB UPI) in Bandung. They were welcomed by Dr. Toni Heryana, Vice Dean for Resources and Finance, the Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Business Education, and other lecturers and staff from relevant study programs at FPEB UPI. This visit provided a platform for exchanging knowledge and experiences between the two institutions.

At UPI Bandung, discussions centered on the development of new study programs and strategies for enhancing educational quality. The Vice Dean for Academic, Student, and Alumni Affairs of FEB UNY expressed an interest in integrating Business Education into the Management Study Program, while FPEB UPI shared their plans to establish new master's and doctoral study programs, as well as achievements in program accreditation.

This exchange of ideas and presentations of visions and missions created a significant opportunity for strengthening inter-university collaboration. It is hoped that these discussions will positively contribute to the development of FEB UNY's curriculum and study program management, ultimately enriching Indonesia's higher education landscape. (isti/lina)

This year, the Faculty of Economics and Business at Yogyakarta State University (FEB UNY) has been chosen to host the 11th Congress of the Association of Faculties of Economics and Business of Indonesia (AFEBI). AFEBI consists of the Faculty of Economics and Business from 80 universities in Indonesia. The attendees on this occasion were 70 universities. The 11th AFEBI Congress activities were centered at the Eastparc Yogyakarta Hotel on Wednesday–Thursday (29–30/11). The 11th AFEBI Congress raised the theme "Optimizing the Role of the Faculty of Economics and Business in Developing Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to Realize Economic Independence." The series of activities in the framework of the 11th AFEBI Congress in Yogyakarta this year on the first day included: AFEBI National Executive Board Meeting; International Accreditation Mentorship Workshop; Study Program Association Forum; and Welcome Dinner. While on the second day, seminars and discussion forums were held.

The AFEBI National Executive Board meeting was chaired directly by the chairman of AFEBI for the 2022–2025 period, Prof. Dr. Abdul Rahman Kadir, S.E., M.Si., CIPM. The International Accreditation Mentorship Workshop event provides enlightenment and consultation for the Faculty of Economics and Business who want to apply for AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) international accreditation. The mentors who assisted this workshop were: Arief Wibisono Lubis, S.E., M.F.M., M.Sc., Ph.D. and Yeshika Alversia, M.Sc. from FEB UI, Mandra Lazuardi, Ph.D., and Dr. Yuanita Handayati from the School of Business and Management ITB.

This congress also held a forum for the Association of Study Programs in Economics and Business. This forum aims to equalize perceptions related to curriculum development and increase cooperation in the fields of academics, research, and community services. The Study Program Association Forum is divided into 6 groups, namely: Management study program, Accounting study program, Development Economics study program, Islamic Economics study program, Master study program, and Doctoral study program. In addition to the agenda of scientific activities, on the first day, a welcome dinner was also held at Rama Shinta Garden Resto Prambanan. This Welcome Dinner event also witnessed the Ramayana dance performance as a form of introduction to Javanese culture for congress participants who came from various regions of Indonesia.

The agenda for the second day began with the opening ceremony of the congress. At the opening ceremony, an activity report was submitted by the host, namely the Dean of FEB UNY, Dr. Siswanto, M.Pd., remarks from the chairman of AFEBI, Prof. Dr. Abdul Rahman Kadir, S.E., M.Si., CIPM, and remarks from the Rector of Yogyakarta State University. After the opening, the congress continued with a national seminar and discussion forum on education. The AFEBI Congress national seminar discussed the topic of efforts and strategies for the development of MSMEs in Indonesia. The speakers came from the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs; the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology; and business practitioners. The resource person from the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs was represented by the Deputy for Entrepreneurship of the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs, Ir. Siti Azizah, MBA. The resource person from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology was represented by the President Director of Smesco Indonesia, Leonard Theosabrata. Meanwhile, business practitioners were presented by the CEO of Mboc Group, Handoko Hendroyono. (tian/lina/isti)