It has been widely acknowledged that MSME’s are the lifeblood of the Indonesia’s economy. They significantly contribute to GDP, in employment creation and to the number of establishments in the business landscape within the country. In addition to that, their socio-economic role as a safety net during the shock cannot be neglected. Given such a strategic role, the empowerment and development of MSME is essential.
UKM Center (UKMC) is a center of excellence in the Faculty of Economic and Business University of Indonesia that focuses on the empowerment of MSME and the development of entrepreneurship. Established in 2005, the Center addresses concerns – by delivering comprehensive solutions – on those issues, relating to the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG).
Vision
To be a leading center of excellence of MSME empowerment and entrepreneurship development in Indonesia and ASEAN
Mission
Contribute in knowledge advancement for MSME empowerment and entrepreneurship development
Provide an integrated services of capacity building for MSME empowerment and entrepreneurship development
Actively cultivate the proliferation of an ecosystem for MSME empowerment and entrepreneurship development