In an effort to enhance the quality of vocational education and support skill development in the field of industrial electrical engineering, the Industrial Electrical Engineering Study Program at Undip Vocational School, Diponegoro University (Undip), held a Competitive Fund Meeting. The meeting, which took place in Jakarta on Monday, December 18, 2023, aimed to formulate financing strategies and collaborations to support innovation and skill development among students in the future.One of the main focuses of this meeting was to identify potential innovative projects that could receive support from the Competitive Fund to broaden students’ access to the latest technology and best practices in the industry. During the discussions, the importance of strengthening a curriculum that is responsive to industry demands was emphasized, as well as facilitating access to the equipment and facilities needed for practical learning.

One of the main focuses of this meeting was to identify potential innovative projects that could receive support from the Competitive Fund to expand students’ access to the latest technology and best practices in the industry. During the discussions, there was an emphasis on the importance of strengthening the curriculum to be responsive to industry demands, as well as facilitating access to the equipment and facilities necessary for practical learning. The head of the Industrial Electrical Engineering Study Program at Undip Vocational School expressed their commitment to continue innovating in providing quality education.

They also highlighted the importance of collaboration with the industry in designing the curriculum, organizing internships, and jointly developing research projects. Amidst the discussions involving representatives from the Study Program, the industrial sector, and local government, it was agreed to establish a collaborative forum that would continuously oversee the implementation of the outcomes of this meeting. This forum will be tasked with ensuring consistent and effective follow-up in pushing forward concrete steps in the development of educational programs and enhancing students’ access to industrial opportunities. The Competitive Fund Meeting attended by Industrial Electrical Engineering Study Program at Undip Vocational School is expected to be a significant milestone in strengthening collaboration between vocational education, industry, and government in supporting the development of industrial electrical engineering skills in Indonesia. With concrete steps and strong synergy, it is hoped that graduates in this field will become increasingly prepared to face the challenges and opportunities in the continuously evolving job market.