(FEB NEWS) The Faculty of Economics and Business Universitas Airlangga (FEB UNAIR) once again became the center of international scientific meetings with the holding of the 12th Knowledge-Based Research Accounting (KRA) International Conference 2025. This conference is a strategic momentum for strengthening the role of higher education in shaping new directions for accounting research and practice that are adaptive to technology, based on ethical values, and oriented towards social and environmental sustainability, (June 2-3, 2025).
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This activity was held on June 2–3, 2025 at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia, with the main collaboration from the Indonesian Accountants Association (IAI) East Java Region, and supported by 53 partner universities (co-hosts) from all over Indonesia.
The event was officially opened by:
- Dr. Arief Tri Hardiyanto, Ak., MBA, CMA, CCSA, CA, CSEP, QIA, CFE, CGCAE, CIAE, CGAE, Inspector General of the Ministry of Communication and Informatics of the Republic of Indonesia and Member of the National Board of IAI.
- Prof. Dr. Mohammad Nasih, SE, MT, Ak., CA, Rector Universitas Airlangga
- Prof. Dr. Dian Agustia, SE, M.Si., Ak., CA., CMA., CFrA., ACPA., CRP., CRA, Dean of FEB UNAIR and Chair of the IAI Educator Accountant Compartment (IAI-KAPd)
- Prof. Basuki, M.Com(Hons)., Ph.D., Ak., CMA., CA., ASEAN CPA., CertDA, Chair of IAI East Java Region
- Dr. Wiwik Supratiwi, MBA, Ak., CA, CMA, Chair of the KRA XII 2025 Committee
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In his remarks, the Rector Universitas Airlangga, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Nasih, emphasized the importance of integrating ethical values, artificial intelligence, and sustainability in the development of accounting science. "We must be able to produce research and innovation that is not only relevant to technological developments but also in line with humanitarian values and social responsibility. This is the future challenge of the accounting profession that we must address together," he said.
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Meanwhile, the Dean of FEB UNAIR, Prof. Dr. Dian Agustia, highlighted the important role of educational institutions in bridging the transformation of knowledge and practice.
"KRA is not only an academic forum, but also a representation of our commitment to shaping an inclusive, technology-based future for accounting, grounded in ethical and sustainable values. FEB UNAIR will continue to be a growing space for global collaboration and scientific innovation," he emphasized.
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The Digital Era is Changing the Face of Accounting, with KRA XII 2025 a Moment of Transformation
With the theme "Empowering the Future of Education and Research: The Nexus of AI, Ethics, and Sustainability ," KRA XII invited the global academic community to explore new approaches to accounting education and research. The main focus of the discussion included:
- Utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in accounting reporting and control
- The relevance of ethical principles in financial decision making
- The role of the accounting profession in supporting the sustainable development agenda
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This activity also presents international speakers from various world-renowned institutions, including:
- Prof. Grantley Taylor, Curtin University, Australia
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Elmarzouky, University of St Andrews, United Kingdom
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Noor Adwa Sulaiman, Universiti Malaya, Malaysia
- Dr. Thando Loliwe, University of Dundee, Scotland
- Dr. Neytullah Ciftci, Lancaster University, United Kingdom
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hanh Thi My Le, Ton Duc Thang University, Vietnam
These experts share cross-national perspectives on how accounting education and practice can respond to the era of digital transformation, governance complexity, and global dynamics.
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The conference was attended by more than 470 participants from various countries, including Malaysia, Australia, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, Vietnam, China, Pakistan, Brunei Darussalam, and Taipei. They were actively involved in:
- Parallel presentation sessions
- Thematic panel discussion
- Research and community service forum
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The conference also served as a platform for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between IAI-KAPd and partner universities, strengthening cross-institutional commitment to scientific development.
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KRA XII 2025 has a significant impact on:
- Improving academic and professional capacity in the field of accounting through curriculum updates that are adaptive to digital technology and global industry needs.
- Strengthening collaborative networks between universities in developing research that is oriented towards solutions to social, economic and environmental challenges.
- The formation of a future generation of accountants who are not only technically proficient, but also have integrity and sensitivity to sustainability.
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The conference concluded with the announcement of the Best Paper award by Prof. Dr. I Made Narsa, M.Si., Ak., CA, Chair of the Review Board. The closing ceremony also featured:
- Cultural arts performance by Universitas Airlangga students
- Closing remarks by:
- Dr. Wiwik Supratiwi, MBA, Ak., CA, CMA, Chair of the Committee
- Prof. Basuki, M.Com(Hons), Ph.D., Ak., CMA., CA
- Official announcement of the host of KRA XIII in 2026
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FEB UNAIR remains committed to becoming an epicenter of knowledge that drives the transformation of higher education in Indonesia and the Asia Pacific region. Through international forums such as KRA, FEB UNAIR forges real synergy in addressing future challenges that demand cross-disciplinary collaboration, professional integrity, and continuous innovation.