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)