Visit Japan, SB IPB University Doctoral Students Explore the Key of Japan’s Success in Facing Challenges and Winning Global Competition

In order to enrich knowledge about sustainable business strategies and take lessons from Japan's success in facing challenges, as many as 32 students of the Doctoral Program in Management and Business (DMB) of the School of Business (SB) of IPB University held international study activities through visits and discussions with various related institutions in Japan, (14-19/5).

These visits included educational institutions such as Tokyo University of Agriculture (Tokyo Nodai) and United Nations University (UNU), government agencies such as Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan (MAFF), as well as a visit to the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia (KBRI) in Tokyo.

In addition, the participants also had the opportunity to visit Yamaha Kakegawa Factory and several other industries and business centers in Tokyo. Topics discussed included smart agriculture, sustainable business strategies, exchange of ideas and innovation in research, as well as good corporate practices in Japan.

"This international study activity not only provides direct experience abroad for SB IPB University doctoral students, but also expands international networks and improves students' intercultural skills," said Widi, one of the SB IPB University students.

During these international study activities, participants also have the opportunity to interact with relevant experts, practitioners and stakeholders in the field of business and management. This allows students to share knowledge, experiences and innovative ideas in an effort to build effective sustainable business strategies in the future.

"Through meetings with fellow doctoral students and professionals in Japan, SB IPB University students can broaden their horizons about the research culture, education system and culture of the local community. This provides a strong foundation for students to become globally oriented business leaders and scientists," Widi added.

Vice Dean for Resources, Cooperation and Development of SB IPB University, Dr Nimmi Zulbainarni said, this international study activity was an integral part of the International Exposure to Business and Management (EIBM) course. 

"Through EIBM, SB IPB University is committed to creating a generation of business leaders and scientists who not only have strong academic knowledge, but also have global insight, entrepreneurial spirit and sustainability focus," she explained. 

She said, by organizing international study activities with a focus on sustainable business strategies, SB IPB University hopes to make a positive contribution in facing global challenges and winning the competition in this increasingly complex era.

"Through the experience and knowledge gained during this activity, SB IPB University doctoral students will be able to apply sustainable business concepts and practices in their academic journey and contribute to sustainable development in Indonesia," she said (DEE/Rz). (IAAS/MKY)