BINUS University Presents AI-Based Learning & Services as Well as Collaboration With Industry

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JAKARTA - The gap between the world of education and industry needs is now increasingly becoming a concern for many parents in determining higher education for their children. In the midst of rapid changes in the professional world, parents are now not only considering the academic quality of a campus, but also how universities can help prepare students to be ready for the future of their careers after graduation.

For many parents, higher education is now not only seen as an academic process, but also as a long-term investment to help children have career readiness and adaptability in the midst of changing industry developments.

A global survey from ManpowerGroup shows that as many as 77 percent of companies still have difficulty finding talent with the right skills. This condition shows that the current challenge is not only in the availability of jobs, but also the readiness of graduates to meet the needs of an ever-evolving industry.

In addition, the World Economic Forum report also predicts that around 22 percent of global jobs will change before 2030. This means that the younger generation needs to be prepared with skills, experience, and adaptability that are relevant to future developments.

The Rector of BINUS University, Dr. Nelly, S.Kom., M.M., said that higher education today needs to be able to provide learning experiences that are relevant to future needs.

"Higher education today is a long-term investment for the future of children. Therefore, students need to gain learning experiences that are not only academically strong, but also relevant to industry needs and global developments," he said in a written statement, Tuesday, May 26.

He added that a flexible learning experience integrated with the real world is one of the important things in preparing students for the future.

"Students need to have the opportunity to expand their competencies, gain global exposure, and gain professional experience early on. Thus, the learning process not only helps academic development, but also prepares for the professional world," he added.

In line with these needs, BINUS University as the best private university in Indonesia also continues to strengthen the use of technology and Artificial Intelligence or AI in the education ecosystem. The use of AI and digital technology at BINUS is not only present in the learning process, but also supports research, academic services, student services, and collaboration with industry.

In the learning process, students are encouraged to understand how AI can be used productively, critically, and responsibly. AI becomes part of the learning experience that helps students explore ideas, analyze information, solve problems, and develop solutions that are relevant to future needs.

The utilization of AI technology is also strengthened through various digital platforms and services such as Binusmaya, Neksus, and BINUS Support. The presence of these platforms supports students in accessing learning, academic services, self-development, and career planning in a more targeted and integrated manner.

Through Binusmaya, students can access various learning needs and academic activities more flexibly. Meanwhile, Neksus supports students in navigating the journey of learning, self-development, and career planning that is more in line with their interests and future goals. On the other hand, BINUS Support is part of the student service that helps provide an experience of service that is more accessible, responsive, and oriented towards the needs of Binusian.

In the field of research, understanding of AI is also an important part to encourage a more adaptive, data-based, and relevant research approach to the needs of society and industry. This is in line with BINUS' efforts to build an educational ecosystem that not only follows technological developments, but is also able to utilize it to produce solutions.

The utilization of AI and these technologies is also strengthened through collaboration with industry and employability programs. Through industry networks and career services, students are introduced to the evolving needs of the workforce, including how technology is used in various professional fields. Thus, students not only understand AI as a concept, but also see its application in learning, research, services, and future career readiness.

As part of this approach, BINUS University presents various programs that provide flexibility and a wider learning experience for students, such as Minor Programs, Mobility Programs, and Multi-Campus Programs.

Through the Minor Program, students have the opportunity to study other fields outside their main program to expand their cross-disciplinary competencies and perspectives. Meanwhile, the Mobility Program provides opportunities for students to gain learning experiences at other BINUS campuses and international partner institutions, so that students can expand their global exposure and cross-cultural experiences.

BINUS University also presents the Multi-Campus Program which allows students to experience learning at various BINUS campuses with different characteristics and advantages.

In addition, through the 2.5-year study program, Ready for a Career, students have the opportunity to gain early professional experience through enrichment programs such as internships, entrepreneurship, research, community development, and international experience.

Supported by more than 170+ partner universities in various countries as well as more than 2,200+ global industry partners, BINUS University continues to present an integrated learning ecosystem with industry needs and global developments.

Through this approach, BINUS University is committed to providing an educational experience that not only supports the academic development of students, but also helps prepare them to become adaptive, technology-savvy individuals, and ready to face the ever-evolving professional world.