Internal Quality Audit Visit at the Undergraduate Accounting Program of FEB-UNRI: Enhancing Educational Quality
Riau, Indonesia - The Undergraduate Accounting Program at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Riau (FEB-UNRI), proudly hosted an Internal Quality Audit (AMI) visit on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure and enhance the quality of education provided to students.
The Internal Quality Audit is a critical mechanism within the higher education quality assurance system. This activity aims to evaluate how well the academic program has been implemented according to established standards and criteria.
Presence of the AMI Team and Agenda
The AMI visit was attended by an internal audit team comprising experienced experts and academics in the field of higher education quality assurance. The visit’s agenda included:
Opening remarks and welcome address by Dr. Hj. Alvi Furwanti Alwie, SE., MM, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
Presentation on the profile and achievements of the Undergraduate Accounting Program by the Head of the Department, Dr. Arumega Zarefar, SE., M.Ak., Ak., CA.
Review of documents and physical evidence supporting the implementation of quality standards.
Discussions and Q&A sessions with faculty and administrative staff regarding curriculum implementation and academic activities.
Interviews with student representatives to gather feedback and evaluations on the learning process.
Closing and recommendations provided by the audit team.
Commitment to Quality Improvement
In his address, Dr. Arumega Zarefar, SE., M.Ak., Ak., CA emphasized the importance of the AMI in maintaining and enhancing the quality of education in the Undergraduate Accounting Program. "This Internal Quality Audit is a strategic step to ensure that our program remains on the right track in delivering high-quality education. We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation for the benefit of our students and graduates, who are expected to be competent and competitive in the job market," said Dr. Arumega Zarefar, SE., M.Ak., Ak., CA.
Nanda Fito Mela, SE., MBA., CA, Secretary of the Department, also highlighted the significance of involving the entire academic community in the AMI process. "We encourage all faculty, staff, and students to actively participate in this audit process. Feedback and input from various parties are invaluable in our efforts to enhance educational quality," stated Nanda Fito Mela, SE., MBA., CA.
Expectations and Follow-Up Actions
The results of the AMI visit are expected to provide a clear picture of the strengths and areas needing improvement within the Undergraduate Accounting Program. The recommendations given by the audit team will serve as a basis for the department to develop concrete and measurable follow-up plans.
Through this AMI visit, the Undergraduate Accounting Program of FEB-UNRI continues to demonstrate its strong commitment to maintaining high standards of higher education quality and delivering the best possible education to all students. It is hoped that this initiative will have a positive impact on the development of the academic program and enhance the competitiveness of its graduates in the future.