Studying at RMIT, University of London, and University of Birmingham is Now Closer, Only 2 Hours From Jakarta!

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JAKARTA - The opportunity to study at prestigious universities such as RMIT, University of London and University of Birmingham is no longer just a dream for students in Indonesia. Now, they can get a bachelor's degree from the world's leading universities without having to go far, with a location that is only less than 2 hours from Jakarta.

With the collaboration between UIC College and the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), this dream has now become a reality through the SIM Diploma in Management Studies.

The Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) major from SIM opens up opportunities for high school graduates in Indonesia to pursue higher education at UIC College PIK Campus, Jakarta. In collaboration with UIC College, SIM brings its in-house diploma program to Indonesia, enabling students to earn a bachelor's degree through a renowned university in Singapore. SIM partners with more than 10 leading universities globally, such as RMIT from Australia, University of London, University of Birmingham from England, and University at Buffalo, The State University of New York from America, offering more than 140 academic programs. Through this collaboration, students in Indonesia have the opportunity to obtain degrees from these universities.

UIC College is not just an ordinary educational institution, but also a gateway to unlimited global opportunities. As part of the USG Education program, UIC College is a pioneer in providing preparatory and transitional pathways (pathway) programs, which allow students to start college in their first or second year, then continue their studies abroad to complete their bachelor's degree at the university of their choice.

It is not surprising that this program is increasingly in demand as a pathway for students to continue their studies abroad. By participating in the Pathway program, students will get a minimum of five benefits, including guidance to adapt to the learning and academic process, mental preparation for culture and language shock, development of soft skills or expertise relevant to the choice of major, facilitating smoother adaptation, improving confidence, reduces tuition costs, and provides a smooth transfer process to the world's leading universities.

The collaboration between UIC College and SIM GE opens up opportunities for students in Indonesia to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Business Management with a flexible study path. This program allows students to start their studies in Jakarta and then finish them in Singapore.

Start in Jakarta and graduate in Singapore

This program begins with 15 months of study in Jakarta at one of the USG Education campuses, namely the Pantai Indah Kapuk Campus. Students will follow the Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) program and can then continue the study process with a smooth transition to a world-class prestigious university in Singapore. A bachelor's degree can be achieved within 1.5 years (according to the choice of study path).

Thanks to the collaboration between UIC College and SIM GE, students in Indonesia can pursue quality education at a more affordable cost, all of which can be done in a country that is only less than a 2-hour flight from Jakarta. Students can enjoy significant cost savings, amounting to 340 million per year compared to studying directly in the countries of origin of these universities.

Adhirama G. Tusin, President Director of USG Education, emphasized that this program is a convenient solution for Indonesian students and their parents. By choosing the UIC - SIM GE program, students will be equipped with a consistent academic foundation between Jakarta and Singapore. This will prepare them for future global success through smooth transitions with top partner universities, flexible study pathways, career guidance, internship placements and scholarship opportunities.

"By comparing the overall tuition costs and living costs, students can save around 30 percent if they choose to take part in this program compared to studying directly in their destination country," said Adhirama.

According to Mohamad Johan Azman, Country Manager for SIM - GE in Indonesia, the partnership with UIC College allows SIM GE to open diploma programs to the Indonesian people and provide students with the opportunity to obtain a bachelor's degree of their choice in Singapore after graduating. UIC College is the first SIM GE Overseas Teaching Center in Indonesia.

"This program has been designed to connect students with various best university programs abroad, where SIM GE collaborates with leading educational institutions from selected destinations and is leading in industrial connections, entrepreneurship and innovation. Among others, such as RMIT in Australia, University of London in England, the University of Birmingham in England, and the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York in the United States. We are determined to continue expanding our collaboration network with global partners who have the same vision and mission," said Johan.

Let's take a look at the globally recognized rankings and main advantages of each of these partner universities, including:

1. RMIT

As one of Australia's original educational institutions, RMIT is ranked 11th in Australia (QS World University Rankings 2024).

2.University of London

The University of London is one of the oldest universities in the world and has academic excellence provided by 3 prestigious Member Institutions:

● London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE): ranked 8th in the UK and 45th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024).

● Goldsmiths: 62nd in the UK University League Tables (The Complete University Guide 2023)

● UCL: 9th in the world, 4th in the UK and 5th in Europe (QS World University Rankings 2024)

3. University of Birmingham

This university is ranked 84th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024) and is included in:

● Top 5 graduates who are worthy of recruitment among well-known companies in the UK (The Graduate Market in 2022, High Fliers Research)

● Top 14 UK University League Tables (The Complete University Guide 2023)

4. University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, United States (US)

The university is one of the leading public universities in the US, ranked as the first public university in the State of New York (Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings 2021) and the first public university in New York to be accepted into the Association of American Universities (AAU) which prestigious.

"The Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) program aims to prepare innovative leaders in the industrial world and entrepreneurial world. Apart from business management theory, students will also have the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained through case studies and simulations, so that they will be well equipped to face various real issues that often arise in the business world," said Yuvin Maharuddin, USG Education Head of Pantai Indah Kapuk Campus.

Business Management Science has wide applications in various industrial sectors and can be applied in various job positions. Career prospects for graduates majoring in Business Management include various career levels, such as Business Analyst, Business Development, Marketing & Sales Executive and other managerial roles. With the continued development of the industry, this major also offers great opportunities for students who are interested in becoming entrepreneurs.

This concept is the basis for UIC College – SIM GE in developing global education that focuses on industry and the development of individual student skills. They aim to provide a strong foundation for the younger generation to face the Society 5.0 era. SIM GE is known for its teaching methods that emphasize practical and holistic learning, allowing students to learn in a culturally diverse environment and become part of a global community. Collaboration with industry experts and exclusive networks equip students to compete in the dynamic industrial revolution and be ready to work in various sectors.

To date, SIM Global Education has attracted the attention of 16,000 students from 50 countries. More than 182,000 students have studied through SIM GE, with 30 percent of the student population coming from abroad.

SIM Global Education, a global higher education provider, has recently achieved EduTrust Star certification on 20 August 2022. This certification is awarded to private educational institutions (PEI) in Singapore that have achieved an excellent level of performance in managing their institutions and providing quality education. extraordinary and welfare for students. The EduTrust Star Award recognizes outstanding achievements in their field of work and is the highest award in the EduTrust Certification Scheme administered by the Committee for Private Education, part of SkillsFuture Singapore.

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