Teatime: Tips for Passing IISMA - INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM OF COMMUNICATION

The Indonesia International Student Mobility Award (IISMA) is looking for future young leaders, as well as looking for students who are competent and able to be part of global change. Their real contribution is the key point for penetrating this prestigious scholarship.

In a casual chat regularly held by the International Program of Communication, Department of Communications, the Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), they discussed IISMA by inviting Dr. rer. nat. Dian Sari Utami. She is the Director of the Partnership of International Affairs. The teatime entitled “Lest Find out IISMA” was held on March 5, 2022.

The Indonesian International Student Mobility Award (IISMA) is a program from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia. In collaboration with the Education Fund Management Institute (LPDP), this program is part of the Kampus Merdeka program, namely Merdeka Belajar. This scholarship is given specifically for Indonesian students, “only for Indonesian students, not for foreign students studying in Indonesia, but specifically for Indonesian students,” said Dian.

Dian leaked a little about what kind of student being sought at IISMA looks like. In addition to meeting the minimum requirements such as completeness of files, English language skills, and student GPA, there is one more thing that most wanted students at IISMA.

In the interview test, important points are always asked and greatly affect the contribution to society and Indonesia after participating in IISMA. “In the interview, you will be asked, ‘We have already paid for this course. So, what will your contribution be?’” said Dian imitating the interviewer.

“On average, those who have been accepted can tell a lot about their current activities, more about the social work they do outside of campus. They will also study there, taking courses that support their current activities. Well, later, they will come back and develop their social work. So it’s relatable and continuous.” added Diane.