The Integrated Information Technology Laboratory at the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), organized an International Industry Talk virtually via Zoom on February 15, 2026. The Head of the Integrated Information Technology Laboratory, Mulyadi, S.E., M.Ec.Dev., Ph.D., MCE, expressed in his opening remarks that this activity represents part of the efforts to broaden students’ insights regarding the industrial world and career opportunities within the economics and finance sectors.

Carrying the theme “Working at a Central Bank: Roles, Competencies, and Career Preparation for University Students”, the event featured Djihan Islahiyah, S.E., a Junior Economist at Bank Indonesia, as the keynote speaker. In her presentation, Djihan explained the strategic role of a central bank in maintaining national economic stability through monetary policy, financial system stability, and payment system management.

Djihan also outlined various competencies required to pursue a career in an institution like a central bank. Some of these include strong economic analytical capabilities, an understanding of data and global economic dynamics, critical thinking skills, and good communication skills. Furthermore, students were encouraged to actively develop their self-capacity through organizational experiences, research, and academic activities relevant to the economics and finance fields.

The International Industry Talk was attended by students from various higher education institutions, both local and international. Aside from participants from UNS, the event was also attended by students from BINUS University, CamEd Business School, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Universitas Muhammadiyah Pontianak, Universitas Sintuwu Maroso (UNOSO), and Universitas Tanjungpura (UNTAN). The presence of participants from these diverse institutions demonstrates the high interest among students in understanding careers within the economic and financial sectors.

Through this activity, students gained insights into the role of a central bank while simultaneously understanding the competencies that need to be prepared early on to build a career in economics and public policy.

The organization of this International Industry Talk also aligns with efforts to support the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG Goal 4 (Quality Education) by enhancing the quality of learning and global insights of students, SDG Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by strengthening the career readiness of the younger generation, and SDG Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through collaboration among higher education institutions.