ITB Leadership Workshop: Towards a Top-tier and Impactful 4th Generation University, Strengthening the Humanistic Aspect and Human Empowerment
By Anggun Nindita
Editor Anggun Nindita
BANDUNG, itb.ac.id - The Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) is actively making improvements in order to achieve the 2025-2030 strategic target, one of which is by holding Workshop Event for the Leadership of Directors/Deputy Directors/Heads of Bureaus/Heads of UPT/Deputy Heads of Agencies within ITB on Monday (17/3/2025) at the East CC Auditorium, ITB Ganesha Campus. This agenda was attended by the Rector of ITB, Vice Chancellor, and Leaders under the coordination of the Rector.
The Rector of ITB, Prof. Dr. Ir. Tatacipta Dirgantara, M.T., stated that ITB's vision now is to become a top-tier and impactful 4th generation university. One of the main steps being taken is to increase the number of postgraduate students and improve the ratio of citations per lecturer.
"ITB also continues to strengthen the innovation and research ecosystem by building a more reliable system for downstream research," he said.
He also emphasized that improving academic reputation and research performance is the main key in achieving the target of ranking 150 in the world in the QS World University Rankings.
ITB is also designing various programs to expand partnerships with industry, as well as increasing the number of foreign students to further strengthen ITB's impact in the global arena.
Prof. Tata also revealed the various challenges and opportunities that have been identified. Some of the main issues of concern include increasing the number and quality of scientific publications, optimizing research schemes, and strengthening collaboration between campuses and industry.
To overcome these challenges, ITB uses various analysis methods such as SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) to construct more effective strategies
One of the main focuses in ITB's strategic plan is to increase the quality of international research and publications, specifically in the fields of engineering, science, and humanities.
"The suggested strategic steps include increasing cooperation with foreign universities, providing scholarship schemes, and improving a more flexible academic system to support student mobility," he explained.
On this occasion, the participants who attended took part in the simulation of the "NTAO (No Talk Action Only) Session". Participants were tasked with practicing their SWOT identification skills and formulating practical solutions to problems in the area around ITB Ganesha Campus in a limited time.
Through various strategies that have been designed, the Rector is optimistic that ITB can achieve the targets that have been set. Through strong synergy, he also hopes that ITB can continue to have a positive impact on the world of education and research, both at the national and international levels.
Reporter: Anggun Nindita
Translator: Adisti Candraningtyas
