Medan, October 27, 2026 — The Applied Bachelor's Degree Program in Public Sector Accounting, Faculty of Vocational Education, Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU), participated in the 2nd International Postgraduate Symposium on Accounting Studies (IPSAS) 2026 held in collaboration with the academic community of TISSA, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM).
In this event, the Applied Bachelor's Degree Program in Public Sector Accounting USU was represented by Dr. Sambas Ade Kesuma, S.E, M.Si, Ak., CA., who contributed as a reviewer and as part of the organizing committee. This involvement represents an active contribution of the study program in supporting the execution of international academic forums, while also strengthening the role of lecturers in developing networks and academic collaborations across countries.
This activity serves as a space for academic collaboration between countries to expand the exchange of ideas, build international networks, and encourage the development of accounting knowledge that is adaptive to the dynamics of digital transformation and global challenges.
The participation of the Applied Bachelor's Degree Program in Public Sector Accounting USU in this forum is part of the program's commitment to strengthen the internationalization of vocational education, expand academic partnerships, and open opportunities for collaboration in research, scientific publications, and the development of student competencies.
Through the role as a reviewer, the involvement of the Applied Bachelor's Degree Program in Public Sector Accounting USU also supports the process of improving the quality of scientific works presented in the symposium forum. Meanwhile, the contribution to the organizing committee reflects active participation in supporting the organization of international academic activities and strengthening institutional relationships between USU and UUM.
Through interactions with the academic community at TISSA UUM, the Public Sector Accounting Study Program USU hopes to establish sustainable cooperation and make a tangible impact on the development of education, research, and community service.
The Applied Bachelor's Degree Program in Public Sector Accounting USU expresses appreciation and gratitude to TISSA UUM for the warm welcome and the opportunity to collaborate in this international academic activity. This collaboration emphasizes the importance of cross-border partnerships in building an open, innovative, and globally impact-oriented higher education ecosystem.
ASP USU × TISSA UUM: Connecting Ideas, Creating Impact.