The Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FEB UGM), held its second undergraduate graduation ceremony for the 2024/2025 academic year at the FEB Learning Center on Tuesday (25/02/2025). During the ceremony, FEB UGM conferred degrees on 79 undergraduate students, including 26 graduates from the Accounting program, 14 from the Economics program, and 39 from the Management program.
The best overall graduate of this period, as well as the top graduate in the Management program, was Akbar Rahul Muafan (Management 2020), who completed his studies in 4 years, 2 months, and 25 days, earning a GPA of 3.87. The best graduate in the Accounting program and the fastest graduate of FEB UGM in this period was Achmad Zidan Muzaki (Accounting 2021), who completed his studies in 3 years, 4 months, and 4 days with a GPA of 3.85. Meanwhile, the best Economics graduate was Azifatul Azifah (Economics 2020), who finished her studies in 4 years, 2 months, and 22 days with a GPA of 3.68. The youngest graduate in this period was Hayfaza Nayottama Auliarachim (Management 2021), who graduated at the age of 21 years, 2 months, and 25 days.
Dean of FEB UGM, Prof. Dr. Didi Achjari, M.Com., Ak., CA., congratulated the graduates on successfully completing their undergraduate studies. He emphasized that graduation is not merely a celebration of academic achievement but also marks the beginning of a new journey in both professional and personal life.
“FEB UGM is proud to have been part of your academic journey, and we believe you will carry our alma mater’s name to even greater heights,” he stated.
During the ceremony, Didi also recognized several graduates who have excelled at national and international levels. Among them was Hayfaza Nayottama Auliarachim (Management 2021), who secured first place in the UNJ International Stock Portfolio Analysis Competition 2023. Ahmad Zidan Muzaki (Accounting 2021) won first place in the 23rd International Stock Portfolio Analysis Competition 2023, while Heny Rohmawati (Accounting 2021) won first place in the same competition in 2024. Heny Rohmawati (Accounting 2020) also earned first place in the Diponegoro Creative Business Innovation Competition 2023. Meanwhile, Miftakhul Difa Ma’syar (Management 2020) won first place in the 36th National Scientific Week’s Student Creativity Program in Entrepreneurship (PKMK).
Additionally, Virginia Stella Monica Tanuraharjo (Management 2021) secured second place in the PERCEPTION Business Plan Competition 2024 and received an IISMA 2023 scholarship at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. Nabila Fikria Santoso (Management 2020) earned second place in the Millennial Connect Business Plan Competition 2023. Many other graduates also achieved outstanding accomplishments.
Didi also commended the perseverance of scholarship recipients who demonstrated resilience and dedication throughout their academic journey. In this graduation period, there were seven recipients of the KIP-K and Bidikmisi scholarships, as well as one Business student who received the KAFEGAMA 89 scholarship.
“If you notice changes in your children, understand that it is part of their learning process—one that helps them think critically, view reality objectively, and remain courteous. This transformation ensures that they become not only intelligent individuals but also compassionate ones who can critically assess social issues,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Secretary General of KAFEGAMA, Dodit Wiweko Probojakti, encouraged graduates to continue contributing to society while upholding the reputation of their alma mater. He emphasized that graduation is not the end of their journey but the beginning of a new chapter, where competition is fiercer and challenges more complex.
“Never stop learning and growing. Continue to innovate and contribute to the progress of our nation. KAFEGAMA serves as a platform for FEB UGM graduates to dedicate themselves further and make meaningful contributions to their alma mater and the country,” he stated.
The ceremony concluded with remarks from the best overall graduate, Akbar Rahul Muafan, followed by a speech from a representative of the graduates’ parents, Untung Sugiharto, father of Ahmad Zidan Muzaki.
Report by: Najwah Ariella Puteri
Editor: Kurnia Ekaptinigrum
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