St. Petersburg, Russia – May 21, 2025
SURABAYAONLINE.CO, Surabaya – The Department of Business Management at Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (MB-ITS) proudly announces its active participation in the Consortium of Satellite Laboratories for Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (SatLab Consortium)—a global initiative aimed at promoting inclusive and impact-driven development through interdisciplinary research, education, and community-based practice.
This commitment was formalized through the signing of the Consortium Manifesto by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Berto Mulia Wibawa, Head of the Department of Business Management ITS, during a ceremonial session held at HSE University, Saint Petersburg, Russia.
The SatLab Consortium brings together an alliance of academic institutions from across the world, including:
· HSE University, Russia
· Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
· Universidad Panamericana, Mexico
· State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil
· São Paulo State University (UNESP), Brazil
· Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia
The primary aim of this consortium is to establish a decentralized and globally connected network of satellite laboratories that are deeply rooted in local realities, yet committed to co-producing knowledge for human-centered development. This network will foster collaborative research, student mobility, joint publications, community-based innovation, and multi-stakeholder dialogues on sustainability.
“MB-ITS has long been committed to embedding social entrepreneurship within both academic and community contexts,” said Dr. Berto. “Through this consortium, we aim not only to elevate the academic rigour of our programs but also to strengthen our contribution to real-world societal impact.”
The collaboration is particularly aligned with MB-ITS’s offering of the Social Entrepreneurship course, as well as its long-standing commitment to community service and the empowerment of local changemakers. In joining this initiative, MB-ITS affirms its role in advancing the Mission of Universities: societal transformation through education, research, and community engagement.
What This Means for ITS and Indonesia:
· For Students: Enhanced opportunities for international exposure, case study development, cross-cultural learning, and participation in comparative research projects.
· For Lecturers and Researchers: Pathways for joint research, faculty exchange, co-supervision, and access to interdisciplinary workshops and symposia.
· For Society: Broader outreach initiatives that will scale up local social enterprises, supported by evidence-based research and multi-stakeholder collaboration.
This global alliance is also fully aligned with the vision of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemendikbudristek), particularly its emphasis on “Kampus Berdampak”—universities that go beyond teaching to actively contribute to positive, measurable impact in society.
By participating in this international manifesto, MB-ITS strengthens its commitment to shaping a better, more equitable world through collaborative leadership, social innovation, and transformative education.
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MB-ITS Resmi Bergabung dalam Konsorsium Global untuk Kewirausahaan Sosial dan Keberlanjutan
Saint Petersburg, Rusia – 21 Mei 2025
Departemen Manajemen Bisnis Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (MB-ITS) dengan bangga mengumumkan partisipasi resminya dalam Consortium of Satellite Laboratories for Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (SatLab Consortium)—sebuah inisiatif kolaboratif global yang berfokus pada penelitian interdisipliner, pendidikan, dan praktik nyata di bidang kewirausahaan sosial dan pembangunan berkelanjutan.
Partisipasi ini ditandai dengan penandatanganan Manifesto Konsorsium oleh Ketua Departemen MB-ITS, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Berto Mulia Wibawa, dalam sesi khusus yang diselenggarakan di HSE University, Saint Petersburg, Rusia, pada tanggal 21 Mei 2025.
Konsorsium ini menghimpun institusi pendidikan tinggi terkemuka dari berbagai belahan dunia, termasuk:
· HSE University, Rusia
· Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
· Universidad Panamericana, Meksiko
· State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brasil
· São Paulo State University (UNESP), Brasil
· Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), Indonesia
SatLab Consortium bertujuan membangun jaringan laboratorium satelit yang terhubung secara global namun berakar kuat pada konteks lokal masing-masing institusi. Fokusnya adalah menciptakan pengetahuan bersama yang berorientasi pada manusia, memperkuat inovasi sosial, dan menjembatani hubungan antara dunia akademik, pelaku usaha sosial, serta masyarakat luas.
“MB-ITS telah lama berkomitmen terhadap penguatan kewirausahaan sosial sebagai bagian dari misi tridarma perguruan tinggi,” ungkap Dr. Berto. “Melalui konsorsium ini, kami tidak hanya memperkuat kualitas akademik, tetapi juga memperluas dampak nyata kepada masyarakat.”
Partisipasi MB-ITS dalam konsorsium ini sejalan dengan mata kuliah “Kewirausahaan Sosial” yang sudah menjadi bagian dari kurikulum, serta tradisi pengabdian masyarakat yang terus mendorong pemberdayaan pelaku usaha sosial lokal. Kegiatan bersama seperti penulisan studi kasus, publikasi internasional, pertukaran dosen, dan riset kolaboratif akan semakin memperkaya pengalaman belajar dan kontribusi sosial MB-ITS.
Apa Manfaat bagi ITS dan Indonesia?
· Bagi Mahasiswa: Kesempatan untuk mengikuti program mobilitas internasional, pengembangan studi kasus lintas negara, dan keterlibatan dalam proyek riset kolaboratif.
· Bagi Dosen dan Peneliti: Akses terhadap kolaborasi penelitian, pertukaran dosen, program pengembangan kapasitas, serta workshop interdisipliner.
· Bagi Masyarakat: Penguatan program pemberdayaan sosial berbasis riset, pendampingan UMKM sosial, dan pengembangan inovasi berdampak.
Langkah ini juga mendukung penuh visi Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi Republik Indonesia, khususnya melalui semangat “Kampus Berdampak”, yang menempatkan institusi pendidikan tinggi sebagai agen transformasi sosial dan pusat solusi bagi tantangan nyata bangsa.
Dengan bergabung dalam konsorsium ini, MB-ITS menegaskan komitmennya untuk menjadi bagian dari perubahan global yang berkelanjutan, inklusif, dan berbasis kolaborasi. (ega)
