On Friday, September 19, 2025 — Indonesia University of Education (UPI) held a coordination meeting for study programs that offer potential for students and alumni to intern or work in Japan. The event took place in the PPPG Meeting Room on the 1st floor and was attended by the Rector of UPI, Prof. Didi Sukyadi, and the Vice Rector for Education and Quality Assurance, Prof. Vanessa Gaffar. Additionally, the meeting involved the UPI Migrant Center team, which has been a strategic partner in developing international cooperation related to employment. The Tourism Marketing Management (MPP) study program is one of the programs whose students have the potential to participate in internship programs in Japan, while its alumni have great opportunities to work in the tourism, hospitality, and other service industries in that country. Through this coordination meeting, strategies for strengthening the curriculum, improving language skills, and preparing students to face the international workforce while promoting professionalism and sustainability were discussed. These internship and work opportunities in Japan are an important step in expanding global networks and increasing the competitiveness of MPP graduates at the international level. This program is in line with SDG 4 (Quality Education) through the improvement of global-based education quality, SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) because it opens up access to decent work for students and alumni, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through the strengthening of international partnerships. With this coordination, it is hoped that MPP students and alumni can become part of Indonesia's skilled workforce capable of contributing to the development of tourism and the creative industry, both domestically and internationally.

Author: Rijal Khaerani S.Si., M.Stat.