Mr. Zakaria Bani Ikhtiyar, a graduate of the Master’s in Mathematics program at the Faculty of Science and Mathematics (FSM), Diponegoro University, class of 2020, began his academic career shortly after graduating in 2022 by actively applying for lecturer positions. Out of the ten universities he applied to, Mr. Zakaria received a teaching offer from the Surabaya Institute of Technology and Economics (ITESA), where he started paving his path in academia.
One of his proudest achievements is leading the Actuarial Science Study Program to become the department with the highest student enrollment at ITESA in 2024. This milestone reflects his dedication and commitment to enhancing academic quality and student development.
Mr. Zakaria emphasized that the theoretical knowledge he gained during his studies at FSM UNDIP greatly helped him quickly adapt to and adjust to the academic work environment. Additionally, the experience of working with lecturers during his time at FSM UNDIP made it easier for him to build relationships and collaborate with senior faculty at his current institution.
As a motivational message to FSM UNDIP students, Mr. Zakaria encourages them to always put forth their best effort in every opportunity. He shared, “If you’re someone who has a plan for the future, that effort will help you achieve it more easily. But even if you don’t yet have a plan, consistent effort will guide you toward a good path.”