SMU Leads Singapore-Indonesia Educational Collaboration Through RI-SING University Network

SINGAPORE,Nov. 18, 2024/PRNewswire/ -- TheSingapore Management University (SMU) hosted the third RI-SING University Network (RUN) meeting on12-13 November 2024, bringing together top educational leaders fromSingaporeandIndonesiato strengthen partnerships in education, research, and human capital development.

RUN, comprising all six autonomous universities inSingaporeand five leading public universities inIndonesia, serves as a pivotal platform for advancing educational exchanges and collaborative research initiatives aligned with both nations'growth and innovation goals. This year's meeting highlightedSMU'scommitment to fostering impactful partnerships that address complex regional challenges and prepare the next generation of skilled professionals.

"Indonesia, with its dynamic and rapidly expanding economy, offers tremendous potential for academic and research collaboration. By partnering closely with Indonesian universities and our fellow Autonomous Universities inSingapore, we aim to deepen knowledge exchange that benefits both countries,"said ProfessorLily Kong, President ofSMU, in her opening remarks.

Key Highlights at RUN: 

Human Capital Development Through Bilateral Cooperation

SMU'songoing collaboration with Indonesian universities focuses on human capital development through cross-border learning initiatives such as the Youth Mobility Programme (YMP) and the Human Capital Partnership Arrangement. These initiatives facilitate student internships and offer invaluable learning experiences, equipping students with the workforce skills needed for an increasingly globalised world.

Strengthened Partnerships with Leading Indonesian Universities

The RUN network continues to strengthen SMU's partnerships with top Indonesian universities, such asUniversitas Indonesia (UI),Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), andUniversitas Gadjah Mada (UGM),Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology and Institut Pertanian Bogor. These partnerships foster collaborative research, joint academic programmes, and student exchanges, providing opportunities to address shared regional priorities in fields like innovation, sustainability, and human capital development.

A Vision for Postgraduate and Professional Education

Looking ahead, SMU envisions expanding its collaborative efforts under the framework of theHuman Capital Partnership Arrangementand the RUN network. The university aims to further develop postgraduate programmes, joint research initiatives, and professional continuing education that address regional needs and contribute to ASEAN's growth.

A Commitment to Regional Development

The RUN meeting serves as a pivotal milestone in strengtheningSingapore-Indonesiaacademic partnerships. The discussions aimed to deepen existing collaborations by exploring new areas aligned with strategic priorities, expanding opportunities for students and faculty to participate in impactful exchanges and joint research, and fostering a resilient academic network to address regional and global challenges.

"This was a great platform for collaboration between theSingaporeuniversities and theirIndonesiacounterparts.  We should consider expanding the Indonesian university network to include universities based outside of Java Island,"said ProfessorFaiz Syuaid, Director for Research, Technology and Community Service of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and technologyIndonesia.

AboutSingapore Management University

Established in 2000,Singapore Management University(SMU) is recognised for its disciplinary and multi-disciplinary research that addresses issues of global relevance, impacting business, government, and society. Its distinctive education, incorporating innovative experiential learning, aims to nurture global citizens, entrepreneurs and change agents. With more than 13,000 students,SMUoffers a wide range of bachelors, masters and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with six of its eight schools - Accountancy, Business, Computing, Economics, Law and Social Sciences. Its seventh school, the SMU College of Integrative Studies, offers degree programmes in deep, integrative interdisciplinary education. The College of Graduate Research Studies,SMU'seighth school, enhances integration and interdisciplinarity across the variousSMUpostgraduate research programmes that will enable students to gain a holistic learning experience and well-grounded approach to their research.SMUalso offers a growing number of executive development and continuing education programmes. Through its city campus,SMUfocuses on making meaningful impact onSingaporeand beyond through its partnerships with industry, policy makers and academic institutions.https://www.smu.edu.sg/

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