University of Muhammadiyah Malang through the Agrotechnology Study Program is exploring cooperation with PT. Pupuk Kujang, located at Jalan Jendral Ahmad Yani No. 39, Kalihurip, Kec. Cikampek, Karawang, West Java 41373. This cooperation is expected to provide significant benefits for both parties. PT. Pupuk Kujang is one of the leading companies in the fertilizer industry in Indonesia, which has a strong commitment to supporting the development of sustainable agriculture. Its strategic location in Karawang also facilitates access to cooperation activities.
The main objective of this cooperation exploration is to support the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education and the development of the Professional Class (CoE) of the fertilizer and Pesticide Industry. This cooperation is expected to cover various research activities, community service, and teaching. In addition, through this cooperation, students will gain direct access to the industrial world that is relevant to their field of study. This will also help improve the quality of education and the relevance of the curriculum to current industry needs.
If this cooperation is established, students will gain various significant benefits. They will have the opportunity to take part in internships and direct training at PT. Pupuk Kujang will provide valuable practical experience and industry insights. In addition, students can also be involved in joint research projects that will enrich their knowledge and make real contributions to the fertilizer and pesticide industry. This will help students develop practical skills and professional networks that will be useful in their future careers.
PT. Pupuk Kujang welcomed the exploration of this collaboration and expressed its commitment to supporting the development of higher education in Indonesia. "We believe that collaboration with the University of Muhammadiyah Malang will bring great benefits to the development of human resources in the field of agrotechnology," said a representative from PT. Pupuk Kujang. Meanwhile, the Head of the UMM Agrotechnology Study Program also expressed his optimism about this collaboration. "This collaboration will open up great opportunities for our students to gain valuable industrial experience that is relevant to their fields of study," he said.
Learning in this Professional Class (CoE) will cover various aspects of the fertilizer and pesticide industry within the scope of Agrotechnology in the Even Semester of 2024-2025. Learning materials will include fertilizer and pesticide production technology, distribution management, and applications and their impacts on sustainable agriculture. In addition, students will learn about industry regulations and standards, as well as the latest innovations in fertilizer and pesticide technology. This learning will be delivered through a combination of lectures, labs, and industry visits designed to provide a comprehensive and applicable learning experience.
