Expanding Horizons in International Trade
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Jakarta – Our collaboration with the Pusat Pelatihan Sumber Daya Manusia Ekspor dan Jasa Perdagangan (PPEJP) under the Ministry of Trade, Republic of Indonesia, offers a unique advantage to our International Business Management (IBM) students, enhancing their expertise in Market Entry Strategy and Export-Import Management.
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This specialized training, held annually in July and August, is organized into two batches. The first batch of this year’s training began in late July, with Russell Sebastian Jesse, a Global Class IBM student, among the selected participants.
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“As an IBM student focused on international business, the training provided me with invaluable insights into the export industry,” Russell shared.
Students selected for this program undergo a rigorous selection process, ensuring that only the most qualified IBM students participate.
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“I gained a comprehensive understanding of the export process, from market analysis and buyer identification to marketing, customs procedures, payment terms, and port operations,” he added.
At BINUS University, our students benefit from instruction by top faculty members and have the unique opportunity to bridge theory with real-world practice. This training program integrates classroom learning with practical field experience, ensuring students gain real-world applications alongside academic knowledge.
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Dr. Scherly Hansopaheluwakan, SE, MIB, the Subject Content Coordinator for International Trade in the IBM Undergraduate Program, guided the students throughout the training. She highlighted that this training is a rare yet highly rewarding experience, allowing students to gain valuable insights from the Ministry while broadening their perspectives on global business management.
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Thank you, Russel, for sharing your experience with us! More importantly to all of the students who participated in the training! We hope that you can inspire other students to participate and enrich their study experience at BINUS University.
(Words by: Mita Adhisti/ Editor: Hamzah Ramadhan)