BINUS UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL

Education System

Partners (for Finance, CS, BIS, Communication, GDNM, Fashion Design and Fashion Management)

BINUS UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL has a strong commitment towards providing quality education for all of our students.  For our dual-degree students in particular, the learning experience may even extend beyond the walls of our campus and national borders. It is because of that commitment that BINUS UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL carefully selects its partners to ensure our students obtain the full benefits of having courses taught by our partners, and thereby acquire the second degree.

The quality of our partners has grown over the years and students can now choose to study in partners which are mostly listed in the top 200 in the world and have excellent international reputations. We are confident that our students will gain the benefit of the exposure and experience learning in a multi-cultural environment. We hope from that experience, our students will acquire not only the hard skills needed to compete in the job market, but also the soft skills, such as interpersonal skills in a culturally diverse environment – a necessary competency in this era of globalization.

Our partners at a glance:

1. CBS International Business School

Founded in 1993 as Cologne Business School, it was one of the first schools in Germany to introduce a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Business. CBS was the first business school in Germany to receive the internationally renowned accreditation of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). CBS has FIBAA (Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation) carry out new degree program accreditation as well as the re-accreditation of already existing study programs. Early in 2020, CBS rebranded into CBS International Business School. The CBS International Business School is officially recognized by the Ministry of Science North Rhine-Westphalia. For this reason, degrees obtained and examinations completed at CBS are recognized worldwide, and in accordance with the ECTS system, thus equated with the academic performance of other state universities. The excellent study conditions are based on small learning groups and intensive supervision by the professors and lecturers and focus on digitalization, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

BINUS UNIVERSITY International program(s): Double degree in Business Information Systems and Finance.

2. Macquarie University

Macquarie University was founded in 1964. Its unique location, in the heart of Australia’s largest high-technology precinct, provides benefits for staff and students through an environment of outstanding research and innovation, and through learning and teaching opportunities with world-leading organizations. A 126-hectare park-like campus is protected by award-winning sustainability practices. It was awarded five stars in the prestigious QS Stars rating system for high performance in areas such as teaching, research, graduate employability, and facilities. Many of the courses are designed in collaboration with industry and enjoy accreditation by peak professional bodies, which gives the students a head start on their careers. Throughout the programs, students are required to observe facts objectively, make logical decisions, generate optimal solutions to problems that they might face and prepare for an increase in the use of technology in industry.

In the 2021 QS World University Rankings, Macquarie University was ranked #214 and more than 14 subjects in Macquarie University ranked among the top 150 in the world. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, Macquarie University is listed in the top 200. Macquarie Business School is accredited by AACSB and some other industry bodies such as ACCA, CPA, and CFA.

BINUS UNIVERSITY International program(s): Master Track in Finance and Business Information Systems.

3. Northumbria University at Newcastle

Based in Newcastle, one of the liveliest cities in the UK, is Northumbria University, built in 1969 and formerly known as Newcastle Polytechnic. It became Northumbria University in 1992. Northumbria’s international reputation as a leading British university is the result of a distinctive combination of outstanding academic research and teaching, innovative programs, traditional values, and social and cultural diversity. The highest standards have been maintained, with an excellent result in a recent Institutional Audit by the Quality Assurance Agency. The professional standing of its programs has been endorsed with accreditation from over 30 professional bodies. Northumbria’s success in learning and teaching is underpinned by a range of professional services, with award-winning support from the library, and a world class IT infrastructure providing wireless coverage throughout. Teaching and research activities are managed by four faculties: Arts, Design and Social Sciences; Engineering and Environment; Business and Law; and Health and Life Sciences.

The School of Design at Northumbria University was named one of Europe’s top design schools by US Business Week magazine and has an international reputation for innovation and creativity. Its design programs are delivered internationally, with partnerships including the BINUS-Northumbria School of Design in Indonesia. The BNSD partnership, which launched in 2014, has created opportunities for students in Indonesia to study UK university degrees, in response to a growing demand for professionals in the creative industries. The joint venture is also creating exciting prospects for UK-based Northumbria students to add an international dimension to their graduate CV by working alongside BNSD students. As well as working with higher education institutions around the world, Northumbria boasts connections with major employers such as Nike, the BBC, and the NHS.

In the 2021 QS World University Rankings, its Art and Design is ranked #201-220, its Arts & Humanities is ranked #401-450, and its Computer Science & Information Systems is in the top 500. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021, Northumbria University is listed in the top 400 and the 80th Young University Rankings 2020.

BINUS UNIVERSITY International program(s): Double degree in Graphic Design & New Media (including Interactive Digital Media), Fashion Design, Fashion Management, Business Information Systems, and Communication.

4. Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a real-world focus on providing students with practical, relevant skills. QUT is well known as ‘the university for the real world’ because of its close links with industry and its relevant teaching and applied research. It is one of the nation’s fastest growing research universities and the courses are in high demand. Its graduates include eight Rhodes Scholars, five of these awarded in the past six years. QUT established the world’s first Creative Industries Faculty and invests heavily in collaborative learning and interdisciplinary research environments. With its world-class courses and learning facilities, and programs for overseas exchange and engagement, students will be prepared to work in Australia and internationally. QUT Business school is one of the most prestigious universities worldwide that holds the Triple Crown of international accreditation of EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.

In the 2021 QS World University Rankings, QUT was ranked #217; its School of Computer Science and Information Systems is in the top 150. Its Business & Management Studies is in the top 200 by Subject Rankings. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021 ranks QUT at #186.

BINUS UNIVERSITY International program(s): Double degree in Business Information Systems.

5. RMIT University

RMIT University in Melbourne was originally established as a Working Men’s College in 1887 and was granted formal university status in 1992. It is a global university of technology, design, and enterprise in which teaching, research, and engagement are central to making an impact and creating life-changing experiences for the students. RMIT, which is Australia’s largest tertiary institution, instructs more than 30,000 students, a quarter of whom are from overseas. RMIT equips the students with real-world experiences and the skills to succeed in a rapidly-evolving world. Whether it is learning how to design and shape a business idea, pitch a concept to investors or using RMIT’s startup accelerator and incubator to transform an idea into something world changing, RMIT’s entrepreneurial opportunities are endless. RMIT holds a 5-star QS Accreditation for its academic excellence and is ranked #223 in the QS WUR 2021; its Computer Science and Information Systems is in the Top 150 by Subject. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021, QUT is ranked #301-350.

BINUS UNIVERSITY International program(s): Double degree in Computer Science.

6. University of Nottingham

The University of Nottingham is a public research university in the U.K. city of Nottingham. Nottingham’s first civic college was opened in the city center in 1881, four years after the foundation stone was laid by former Prime Minister, W. E. Gladstone. In 1948, the college was awarded the Royal Charter and became The University of Nottingham, now able to award degrees in its own name. With a community of more than 40,000 students from over 150 countries, The University of Nottingham is a truly global university providing excellent opportunities to meet, study and socialize with individuals from all over the world. The University of Nottingham is an inspiring place of learning and scholarship. As a member of the United Kingdom’s prestigious Russell Group and Universitas 21 (U21) global network of research-intensive universities, the University of Nottingham delivers a high standard of education. With the Nottingham Advantage Award program, students can discover a diverse portfolio of modules to further enhance their employability. Its Computer Science is accredited by British Computer Society and in the top 250 QS WUR by Subject. As for the University itself, it is ranked #99 in the QS World University Rankings 2021 and ranked #158 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021.

BINUS University International Program(s): Double degree in Computer Science.

7. University of Wollongong

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is located on the Australian east coast, an hour and a half south of Sydney. It is already a home to more than 15 organizations. UOW’s Innovation Campus (iC) is a 33-hectare research and technology precinct located in Wollongong. UOW encourages innovative organizations from around the world to co-locate with UOW’s leading research institutes in a collaborative campus environment. Throughout its history, UOW has built an international reputation for world-class research and exceptional teaching quality. It has also a strong international focus and reputation, with close to 6000 international students studying across its Australian campuses each year. UOW courses are recognized internationally and in Australia through accreditation by professional organizations; its Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society. For years, UOW has ranked in the top 1 per cent of universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings Graduate Employers survey for the quality of graduates. UOW was ranked 6th worldwide in the latest 2021 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. The rankings assess universities around the globe against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) using carefully calibrated indicators and provides comparisons across three broad areas: research, outreach, and stewardship. In the QS World University Rankings 2021, UOW is ranked #196, and its Computer Science and Information Systems is in the top 250 by Subject rankings.

BINUS University International Program(s): Double degree in Computer Science.

8. Victoria University of Wellington

Victoria University of Wellington (VUW) is one of New Zealand’s oldest and most prestigious tertiary institutions with a proud tradition of academic excellence. Originally known as Victoria College, VUW was founded in 1897, the year of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. It has a unique and proud history as a globally-ranked capital city university. It is New Zealand’s top ranked university for research quality, with a teaching focus on leadership, communication skills, creative thinking, and critical thinking. VUW is one of only 14 universities in the world to hold the maximum 5-star Plus in the QS Stars rating of excellence and 5 stars in each of the eight categories: — arts and culture; discipline ranking and accreditations; employability; facilities; inclusiveness; internationalization; research; and teaching. Its School of Business and Government is one of an elite group of commerce faculties worldwide that holds the Triple Crown of international accreditations of EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. VUW consistently ranks among the top 225 of the world’s 18,000 universities in the QS World University Rankings.

BINUS University International Program(s): Double degree in Finance.

9. University of New South Wales (UNSW)

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching universities. Established in 1949, UNSW is one of the top 100 universities in the world, with more than 59,000 students and a 7,000-strong research community. UNSW is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight – a coalition of Australia’s leading research intensive universities and a member of Universitas 21 (U21). The university was awarded the maximum QS 5-star Plus rating in 2019 for teaching, research, employability, facilities, internationalization, inclusiveness, specialist subject and innovation. UNSW ranks 44th in the 2021 QS World University Rankings, 67th in the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings and 74th in the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities. Its Business and Management Studies was ranked #40 in the QS by Subject rankings.

BINUS University International Program(s): Double degree in Finance.

10. The University of Newcastle

The University of Newcastle (UoN) Australia stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Its degree programs are internationally recognized, shaped around global learning, work placements and entrepreneurial approaches to develop the problem-solvers and innovators of the future and its research is world-class and diverse. Its Business School is AACSB accredited. At UoN students and researchers are working to solve the world’s great challenges. For over 50 years, UoN has made its mission to deliver superior education to talented students from all walks of life. The university is committed to offering state-of-the-art facilities, innovative and inspiring approaches to delivering education across all of our locations – Newcastle (Callaghan), Newcastle CBD, Central Coast, Sydney, Port Macquarie, and Singapore. With over 37,000 students, the University’s learning community is vibrant and dynamic, offering students and researchers a world-class academic experience and a diverse professional, cultural and social learning environment.

In the 2021 QS World University Rankings, UoN was ranked #197 and its Business and Management Studies subject was listed in the top 250 in the QS. In the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, UoN was ranked in the top 300.

BINUS University International Program(s): Two Degree Program in Finance