UMS partners with five top New Zealand universities to boost global standing

Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) is actively expanding its international reach through strategic collaborations with five leading universities in New Zealand. This initiative aims to bolster its global reputation and advance the practical application of its research.

The partnerships, established with Southern Institute of Technology, University of Otago, Lincoln University, University of Waikato, and Auckland University of Technology, are designed to broaden UMS's international network. They also seek to fortify research endeavors, foster innovation, and elevate the quality of its human resources on a global scale.

A significant aspect of this collaboration involves a partnership with Lincoln University, focusing on advancements in food processing technology, digital technology, entrepreneurship, and retail management. During a meeting at Lincoln University, UMS Rector Prof. Dr. Harun Joko Prayitno and Deputy Vice Chancellor Damian Lodge discussed academic and research opportunities. These include developing joint editorial teams for journals, conducting joint research, organizing international conferences, and strengthening academic networks through invited academic reviewers.

This international push is part of UMS's broader strategy to drive innovation, enhance research capabilities, and improve the overall quality of higher education. The university believes these collaborations will significantly impact its educational standards and global competitiveness. UMS also noted that BIM University Bali is similarly partnering with Lincoln University, highlighting a wider trend of Indonesian institutions seeking international academic exchange.