Nilai, Negeri Sembilan – 9 September 2025 – MILA University’s international collaboration reached a new milestone with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Institut Teknologi Nasional (ITENAS) Bandung, Indonesia. This strategic Malaysia–Indonesia higher education partnership reflects the university’s strong commitment to global academic collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Expanding Global Academic Collaboration
MILA University’s global partnership with ITENAS Bandung is part of a broader vision to establish academic collaboration in Southeast Asia and beyond. Connecting with institutions abroad has always been one of MILA’s priorities, especially with neighbouring partner universities in Indonesia and other Southeast Asia countries that share common goals in advancing education and research. Most recently, on 11 September 2025, MILA signed an MoU with University Riau, Indonesia — read more here.
These international ties are designed to:
Promote international research collaboration and innovation.
Enrich student learning experiences through practice-based education in Malaysia.
Foster mutual understanding between universities and support cross-border education opportunities.
This collaboration will also serve as a platform for developing cutting-edge research, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and innovative academic programmes that prepare students to excel in a rapidly evolving global workforce.
The Official Signing Ceremony
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed by Professor Dr. Graham Kendall, Vice Chancellor of MILA University, witnessed by Dr. Jenny Yang Juan Juan, Deputy Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and IT, and Professor Ir. Dr. Meilinda Nurbanasari, Rector of Institut Teknologi Nasional (ITENAS), Bandung.
As a private university in Malaysia, MILA’s collaboration with ITENAS, a leading private university in Indonesia ranked 6th among more than 1,600 institutions, reflects the strength of cross-border partnerships in higher education. Beyond academic excellence, ITENAS has also achieved recognition in international sustainability rankings, including the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and UI GreenMetric World University Rankings. These accomplishments highlight its commitment to global standards and sustainable development, strengthening the value of this partnership with MILA.
The ceremony symbolises not only an agreement on paper but also a shared vision of strengthening higher education partnerships in Asia. It paves the way for future cooperation in academic programmes, joint research initiatives, and student exchange programme, while creating broader pathways for both institutions to grow as global leaders in education.
Driving Academic and Research Excellence
The partnership reflects the shared commitment of both universities to elevate higher education. Key areas of collaboration will include:
Joint research projects and knowledge-sharing platforms that address real-world challenges.
Development of innovative teaching methods to support practice-based education.
Opportunities for student exchange programme to enhance global exposure, cultural understanding, and leadership skills.
By advancing these initiatives, MILA University and ITENAS Bandung aim to cultivate a new generation of graduates who are globally minded, innovative, and ready to make an impact in their respective fields.
A Global Vision for Higher Education
This collaboration is another significant step in MILA University’s journey to position itself as a globally recognised hub of higher education and research. Through partnerships like the one with ITENAS Bandung, the university is shaping a future where students and faculty can thrive in a competitive global landscape.
With a strong emphasis on internationalisation, innovation, and collaboration, MILA University continues to live by its vision: to nurture global leaders who are not only academically excellent but also socially responsible and globally connected.
