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As BINUS University approaches its 45th anniversary, it continues to transform itself to prepare the younger generation with holistic, world-class education. This time, BINUS is once again collaborating with Microsoft to integrate Microsoft’s AI technology into both the university’s operational activities and learning systems.
Globally, the use of generative AI in the education industry has surged – from 44.5% in 2023 to 85.5% in 20241. In Indonesia, BINUS is one of the institutions riding the wave.
Stephen Wahyudi Santoso, BSE, MSIST, CBDMP, President of BINUS Higher Education & Professional Services, stated, “In this new era of generative AI, integrating AI into the education industry is not just an option, but a necessity. By adopting AI technology, universities can create a more inclusive and adaptive learning environment, one that not only meets the needs of today’s students but also prepares them for future challenges. That is why we are partnering with our long-time partner, Microsoft, to responsibly integrate AI into various operational and teaching activities at the university to build a more innovative generation together.”
The integration of AI technology into BINUS’s operational activities began in 2021 and is currently being accelerated. Several forms of integration have been implemented, ranging from designing data-driven planning to assisting faculty in completing administrative documents to supporting better decision-making in institutional management.
Improving Admission Planning Accuracy with AI
One of the challenges faced by educational institutions, in general, is planning the intake of new students in line with the available capacity and resources. With Microsoft Azure Machine Learning technology, BINUS can now predict student intake at each campus, including those outside Jakarta, with improved accuracy, achieving up to 90% prediction accuracy.
With 14 campuses spread across 7 cities, this more accurate prediction allows BINUS to better allocate resources— such as classrooms, teaching staff, and campus facilities — thereby supporting sustainable education planning.
In the long run, this will enable BINUS to balance the growing demand with available teaching capacity, ensuring that every student receives an adequate learning experience.
Generative AI for Creating Diploma Supplement Documents (DPI)
Each year, over 10,000 students graduate from BINUS University with a Diploma Supplement Document (DPI); a document containing academic achievements, learning outcomes, and qualifications during their studies. The DPI is designed to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the information for each graduate.
As part of its latest innovation, BINUS University has now added summaries to the DPI, designed to provide a brief overview of the students’ key achievements. The process of creating these summaries would take a significant amount of time if done manually. With the help of generative AI based on Azure OpenAI Service, the summaries can now be created automatically, efficiently, and while maintaining information accuracy.
These AI-generated summaries add significant value for graduates by highlighting important achievements in a structured and professional manner, making it easier for graduates to present their competencies to potential employers. With a concise yet informative format, graduates can more easily capture the attention of industries in the job selection process.
For the industry, the inclusion of summaries in the DPI makes it easier for them to quickly and comprehensively understand the capabilities of the graduates. This summary presents relevant key points, allowing companies to assess graduates more efficiently and according to their specific needs.
Moreover, with the application of AI, BINUS University is not only enhancing operational efficiency but also supporting sustainability efforts by reducing reliance on time-consuming and resource-intensive manual processes. This innovation stands as a testament to BINUS University’s commitment to continually adapting to the latest technology, providing significant added value for students and industries, and ensuring their graduates remain competitive in the global market.
Continuous Innovation for the Future of AI-Based Education
Moving forward, BINUS is in the process of integrating generative AI into more university activities, designed to create a more personalized and relevant learning experience for students, while strengthening BINUS’s position in supporting AI transformation in the education ecosystem.
- AI in Libraries for Richer Literature Access: Generative AI in the library will provide book recommendations tailored to students’ majors and needs, based on borrowing history and academic trends. This solution aims to help students deepen their knowledge in their field of study.
- AI Tutor for Deeper Academic Mentorship: BINUS’s AI Tutor will assist faculty in providing more personalized feedback and evaluations to students. By indexing the material and assessment criteria prepared by the lecturers, AI Tutor enables students to receive relevant suggestions and improvements more quickly.
- Beelingua for More Interactive Language Learning: BINUS is also expanding access to foreign language learning through the Beelingua platform, available to students. With generative AI for grammar checking — including support for Kanji language — the platform leverages a gamification approach to create a more interactive, enjoyable, and profound language learning experience.
With these initiatives, BINUS is committed to creating a more adaptive, effective, and inclusive educational ecosystem. Every AI solution integrated serves as a step towards BINUS’s vision of preparing students who are not only academically intelligent but also ready to face future challenges.
“Educational institutions play a crucial role in shaping outstanding talent ready to face future challenges. At Microsoft, we believe integrating AI technology into educational systems responsibly can be a key catalyst for achieving these aspirations. Our collaboration with BINUS University reflects our shared vision in empowering more inclusive and sustainable learning, towards Indonesia Emas 2045,” said Dharma Simorangkir, Presiden Direktur Microsoft Indonesia.
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1IDC Infobrief Report: sponsored by Microsoft, 2024 Business Opportunity of AI, November 2024