UC Online Holds Public Lecture to Equip Students for the World of Work and Business
March 30, 2025
KULASJATIM.COM, SURABAYA – Ciputra University (UC) Online held a Public Lecture to equip students with the skills and insights to increase their competitiveness in the world of work and in business development.
Dr Teofilus, S.E., M.M., CRME, Head of the UC Online Master of Management, emphasised that online learning is currently an effective option for individuals seeking continuous development. “Online studies at UC don’t just provide a diploma, but students are truly equipped with comprehensive skills and knowledge related to the industry they are involved in,” said Dr Teofilus.
The public lecture was attended by students from various semesters: semesters 2, 4, and 6. Participants gained insights from various speakers with diverse perspectives, including those from the corporate sector, business owners, consultants, policymakers, and representatives from state-owned enterprises. With this approach, students are expected to gain comprehensive insight, enabling them to apply theory and practice in alignment with government policies.
Several speakers present at this public lecture included H. M. Ali Affandi La Nyalla Mahmud Mattalitti, Chairman of the Surabaya City Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Dr Herzaky Mahendra Putra, S.Sos., M.M., CPR., CCM., Expert Staff to the Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development; and Danny Hidajat, Founder of We Link.Co Vietnam.
Furthermore, UC Online not only develops students’ entrepreneurial mindsets but also ensures that they can develop ideas and innovations that comply with regulations, both in their workplaces and in the businesses they start. Thus, UC Online graduates are expected to have a positive impact on the progress of their companies and create highly competitive businesses.
Ferry Susanto, a UC Online student and private sector employee, expressed his enjoyment of participating in this series of guest lectures. “I gained many insights that I can use to develop my company,” Ferry said.
Dr Teofilus emphasised that this public lecture demonstrates UC Online’s commitment to providing quality education that is relevant to industry needs and current developments. (tok)