Kalbe Continues Collaboration with Monash University, Indonesia, Enhancing Management Expertise
Representatives from Monash University, Indonesia and Kalbe Farma at Monash University, Australia
Melbourne, 2 October 2023 - PT Kalbe Farma Tbk (Kalbe) is continuing its collaboration with Monash University, Indonesia. This collaboration aims to enhance global business competencies and facilitate triple helix collaboration (government, academia, and industry) through the General Management Program. This program is a general management program designed to prepare the next generation of 26 Kalbe Group leaders.
"The Kalbe General Management Program provides participants with in-depth knowledge on maximising academic resources, collaborating with the government, and understanding the dynamics of the global supply chain. We are also connected with several renowned organisations, which I believe will be the beginning of unlimited collaboration potential. Furthermore, it can strengthen Kalbe Group's global presence while reflecting our commitment to innovation and helping us shape an inspirational growth narrative," said Jessyca Sentosa, Head of Corporate HRGA & HSSE at PT Kalbe Farma Tbk.
"We are very excited to further explore collaboration opportunities between Kalbe Farma and Monash University to jointly contribute to global health," added Anita Zanchetta, Executive Director of Monash University (Enterprise).
Under the coordination of the Master of Business Innovation at Monash University, Indonesia, in collaboration with the School of Pharmacy in Melbourne, this top training program bridges theory and practice in Indonesia and Australia, which is relevant to Kalbe in accordance with the values of Panca Sradha.
In addition to conducting a series of training programs in Indonesia, benchmarking visits to Melbourne are also carried out. This visit includes industrial visits, executive education sessions, and discussions with key stakeholders. The visit is facilitated by Dr. Harriman Saragih, Course Coordinator of the Master of Business Innovation at Monash University, Indonesia; and Professor Edward Buckingham, Course Director of the Master of Business Innovation at Monash University, Melbourne.
Harriman Saragih, Course Coordinator of the Master of Business Innovation at Monash University, Indonesia, added, "We are delighted to be part of the executive and professional learning process at Kalbe. Through this collaborative program, our aspiration and commitment are to make a real and sustainable impact on society. The active participation between institutions in Indonesia and Australia demonstrates Monash's genuine commitment to consistently contribute to improving the quality of life for people in the global arena."
This visit is driven by four important aspects of the business process, namely global business, digital transformation, talent management, and sustainability. The collaboration between Kalbe Farma and Monash University, Indonesia reflects a commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and facilitating international relationships for mutual growth.
The Kalbe Farma delegation engaged with various stakeholders during the visit. They gained insights into cutting-edge technologies, innovative business practices, and consistent sustainability initiatives that are transforming the industry. They also gained in-depth insights into the impact of Monash Pharmacy in the global pharmaceutical landscape.
One of the highlights of this visit was a presentation providing insights from the Australia Indonesia Business Council, delivered by Dr. Jeff Parker, and the Indonesian Consulate General in Melbourne, Coordinator of the Economic Consul, Jani Mediawati. Both sessions underlined the business relationships between Australia and Indonesia, particularly in the healthcare sector, offering valuable perspectives for future collaborations.
The Kalbe Farma executives were accompanied by a team from Monash University, including Chief Commercialisation Officer, Alastair Hick; Deputy Director Precinct & Government, Mariella Smids; Account Director, Dr. Russel Tait; Director of Monash Smart Manufacturing Hub, Prof. Adrian Neild; Co-Director of Monash Institute of Medical Engineering, Prof. John Forsythe; Director of Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS), Prof. Chris Porter; Prof. Chris Bain, from the Alliance for Digital Health at Monash (ADAM); CEO of MedTech Actuator, Dr. Buzz Palmer; Caulfield Monash MBA, Prof. Edward Buckingham; and General Manager of Sales and Marketing at Burra Foods, Josephine Reese.
About PT Kalbe Farma
PT Kalbe Farma Tbk (Kalbe) was established in 1966 and is one of the largest publicly listed pharmaceutical companies in Southeast Asia. Kalbe has four main divisions that handle a diverse and reliable brand portfolio: the prescription drug division, the health product division that handles over-the-counter drugs, multivitamins, and ready-to-drink supplement beverages, the nutrition division, and the distribution & logistics division.
Kalbe has also developed a digital service ecosystem for the community, which includes the B2B-oriented EMOS and the B2C-oriented KlikDokter. EMOS is an order management application system that facilitates distribution channels in stock management or supply chain, while KlikDokter is a digital platform for healthcare services, especially telemedicine, providing health consultations and necessary health products.
Kalbe now has more than 40 subsidiaries and 15 internationally standardised production facilities, employing around 16,000 employees spread across 76 branches throughout Indonesia. Since 1991, Kalbe's shares have been listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX:KLBF).
About Monash University, Indonesia
Officially operating in October 2021, Monash University, Indonesia is a manifestation of the commitment of Monash University and the Indonesian government to create knowledge that can contribute broadly to developing Indonesia's social, technological, and economic sectors.
Monash University, Indonesia offers Master's degree courses in Public Policy and Management, Business Innovation, Data Science, Cyber Security, Public Health, Urban Design, Marketing and Digital Communications, and Ph.D. in full, along with various executive and micro-credential programs aimed at specific sectors.
Monash University, Indonesia has learning facilities according to Monash University Australia standards. It is currently opening applications for new student admissions and scholarships for studies in October 2024, which are currently open for registration.
Monash also has a proud long-term relationship with Indonesia and is a foreign university with the highest number of Indonesian graduates compared to other foreign universities. The track record of good relations between Monash and Indonesia manifests collaboration between parties such as the Herb Feith Centre, Revitalising Informal Settlements and their Environments (RISE), the World Mosquito Program, and the Citarum Action Research Program (CARP).
With a presence on three continents, international partnerships, and study abroad programs worldwide, Monash is Australia's largest university, ranked in the top 50 universities worldwide. Monash has a dynamic network of research and teaching locations in Australia, Italy, Malaysia, China, and India.
Alliances with the University of Warwick (UK) stand alongside international collaborations with leading universities and employers worldwide, expanding the University's global network.
For more information about the Monash University, Indonesia campus, please visit the website in this link, and information regarding academics at Monash University, Indonesia can be obtained through this link. Impact 2030, Monash University's Strategic Plan, can be accessed here.
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