Press Release: "UPN “Veteran” Yogyakarta Master of Management Program Holds Visiting Lecturer and International Colloquium with Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin Malaysia"

Yogyakarta, 21 September 2026 — Universitas Pembangunan Nasional “Veteran” Yogyakarta (UPNVY) held a Visiting Lecturer & International Colloquium on Monday, 21 September 2026, at Room MM-A, Master of Management Program, UPN “Veteran” Yogyakarta. The event served as an academic platform to strengthen international cooperation, broaden academic perspectives, and encourage the exchange of knowledge and experience between Indonesian and Malaysian academics.

The event featured four speakers from Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Malaysia, who discussed strategic issues in education, leadership, and digital entrepreneurship. The participation of these academics was expected to enrich attendees’ perspectives on evolving practices and challenges across various sectors while opening up opportunities for cross-border academic collaboration.

The first presentation was delivered by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdullah Ibrahim, Dean of the Faculty of General Studies and Advanced Education at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, on the topic “Challenges and Opportunities in Educational Management in Malaysia.” The presentation explored the challenges and opportunities in educational management in Malaysia, particularly in responding to the changing educational landscape and the growing demand for improved institutional governance.

Next, Che Amiruddin bin Che Mansor presented “TikTok Shop and Supplementary Income Generation for Digital Entrepreneurs.” The presentation highlighted the development of digital commerce platforms and their potential to create additional income streams for business owners. This topic was particularly relevant to the ongoing digital transformation, which increasingly influences marketing strategies, business development, and the use of social media as a business channel.

The third speaker, Che Mansor bin Salleh, delivered a presentation entitled “The Influence of Leadership and School Climate on Academic Achievement in Rural Secondary Schools.” The presentation examined the importance of leadership and school climate in supporting academic achievement, particularly in secondary schools in rural areas. These perspectives were expected to contribute to further research on educational leadership and the improvement of teaching and learning quality.

Meanwhile, Ali bin Mamat presented “The Influence of Headteacher Transformational Leadership and Learning on Teachers’ Career Development.” The presentation explored the role of headteachers’ transformational leadership and learning in supporting teachers’ career development. The topic offered insights into the importance of leadership that drives change, promotes continuous learning, and supports the professional development of educators.

The organization of the Visiting Lecturer & International Colloquium reflects UPN “Veteran” Yogyakarta’s commitment to strengthening the internationalization of higher education through academic exchanges and the development of collaborative networks with overseas universities. Beyond providing a platform for knowledge sharing, the event was expected to inspire new ideas, broaden research perspectives, and create opportunities for cooperation in education, research, and community service.

Through this event, UPN “Veteran” Yogyakarta and Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin are expected to continue developing productive and sustainable academic relations. Cross-border collaboration represents a strategic step toward improving the quality of higher education, strengthening human resource capacity, and addressing global challenges through the exchange of knowledge and experience.

UPN “Veteran” Yogyakarta — Widya Mwat Yasa.