Bangkalan - Trunojoyo Madura University held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with the National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP), aimed at strengthening the role of Higher Education Institutions and Student Competencies. BNSP is an independent body responsible to the President, with the authority to certify personnel and to conduct professional competence certification for the workforce.

The FGD was held on the 5th floor of the UTM Rectorate on Monday, February 19, 2024, attended directly by UTM Rector, Dr. Safi’, S.H, M.H, and Muhammad Nur Hayid, M.M, BNSP Commissioner.

In his address, UTM Rector, Dr. Safi’, S.H, M.H, expressed gratitude for the presence of the BNSP Commissioner.

Safi’ also mentioned that in the future, every university must realize that there are two challenges, namely internationalization and competence.

"Every campus is beginning to realize that in the future, they must assess the professionalism of their graduates," he said.

Safi’ also hoped that graduates from UTM could be part of the national and state solution, playing a crucial role in the welfare of society.

"We hope all of our graduates become beneficial graduates. Therefore, I always encourage striving for better achievements than the previous year," he said.

According to him, if last year the target achievement was only 40, then this year it should increase to 60.

"That's why the existence of LSP (Lembaga Sertifikasi Profesi) is crucial to support the achievement and target of 60," Safi’ emphasized.

Safi’ also quoted the saying that those who are better than yesterday are the fortunate ones.

"For that reason, I hope the presence of BNSP today will provide some tips for UTM, so that it can continue to improve and its graduates become solutions in society," he expressed.

Meanwhile, Muhammad Nur Hayid, M.M, outlined the importance of every Higher Education Institution having LSP (Lembaga Sertifikasi Profesi).

Are we still in need of LSP?

"As a large campus, it's not just necessary, but mandatory to have LSP. Because DIKTI (Indonesian Directorate General of Higher Education) and the Ministry of Education have issued regulations requiring the presence of LSP," he said.

According to him, as a follow-up to the mandatory requirement, the curriculum taught must align with the competencies of students who will graduate and enter the job market.

"If competencies are recognized, then they are entitled to receive a decent salary. That's why LSP is established as an extension of BNSP," he said.

The Professional Certification Institution (LSP) is an institution responsible for conducting professional certification activities. LSP obtains a license from BNSP, which is granted through an accreditation process by BNSP.