Preparation of the Strategic Plan of the Faculty of Engineering UNY Initial Stage

Penjamu FT UNY - The Faculty of Engineering of Yogyakarta State University (UNY) has carried out the preparation of the initial Strategic Plan (Renstra) on August 4, 2023. This activity aims to initiate the strategic planning process of the faculty in order to achieve the vision and mission that has been set. This meeting took place offline and was held in the KPLT Conference Room 2nd Floor.

This activity was organized by the Quality Assurance Unit of the Faculty of Engineering UNY and attended by a number of participants who were key parties in the process of preparing the Faculty of Engineering Strategic Plan. Some of the discussion results and main points expressed in this meeting include:

• Stakeholder Participation: In the process of drafting the Strategic Plan, it is important to involve various parties such as hosts, developers, senate, alumni, or stakeholders. Alumni participation is considered crucial, especially in the context of accreditation.
• Involvement of Industry Partners and School Institutions: Cooperation with industry partners and school institutions is considered necessary in preparing the Strategic Plan to ensure the relevance of academic programs to industry needs and educational developments.
• Funding: Discussion around the funding of the Renstra was conducted, including consideration for the allocation of stationery budget as a component of honorarium.
• Mechanism for Using the Old Strategic Plan: The mechanism for using the revised old Renstra from August 2021 was explained as the basis for the preparation of the new Renstra.
• SWOT Analysis: The importance of conducting a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the faculty, as well as existing opportunities and challenges.
• Linkage with IKU and SNI: Renstra needs to be linked to Key Performance Indicators (IKU) and Indonesian National Standards (SNI), so that it has an impact on the preparation of programs and activities.
• Brainstorming: It is proposed to organize a brainstorming event involving faculty leaders, hosts, developers, senate, and alumni/stakeholders.
• Drafting and Validation: The next process will involve drafting and validation by faculty leaders and relevant stakeholders.

This activity marks the beginning of the Faculty of Engineering UNY's efforts to develop a Strategic Plan that will serve as a strategic guide in the development and improvement of faculty quality. By involving various related parties, it is expected that the Renstra will be able to accommodate the needs and expectations of all stakeholders, and encourage the achievement of the faculty's vision and mission.

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