Makassar – The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FKIK), Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, conducted the 2nd Surveillance Internal Audit of ISO 21001:2018 Certification on Monday–Tuesday, September 30 – October 1, 2025. The activity took place in the FKIK Unismuh meeting room and was attended by internal auditors. Also present were the Dean, the Faculty Leadership Team, the Chair and Secretary of the Quality Assurance Task Force (GKM), the Head of Administration (KTU), the Heads and Secretaries of Units, as well as the Heads and Secretaries of Study Programs within FKIK Unismuh. The presence of these leaders and managers reflected a shared commitment to strengthening the quality culture at FKIK.

This internal audit was part of the university’s continuous efforts to ensure that the educational organization management system at Unismuh Makassar complies with international standards. The audit process involved various units, faculties, and institutions across the campus.

In his official assignment letter, the Rector of Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Dr. Ir. H. Abd. Rakhim Nanda, ST., MT., IPU, emphasized that this audit is an essential part of the university’s commitment to maintaining the quality of educational services. A total of 22 institutions and units within Unismuh were scheduled to undergo the audit according to the designated allocation of auditors, including FKIK Unismuh Makassar.

The implementation of this 2nd Surveillance Internal Audit involved several auditors and facilitators tasked with reviewing documents, conducting interviews, and ensuring the consistent application of ISO 21001:2018 standards. Furthermore, this activity also served as a learning forum to strengthen and enhance the quality culture within the university.

The Secretary of the Quality Assurance Task Force (GKM) of FKIK Unismuh, Rahmawati, S.Kp., M.Kes, underscored the importance of the audit as both reflection and evaluation. “The internal audit is not merely about fulfilling certification requirements, but rather it serves as a mirror for all of us to improve systems, enhance effectiveness, and ensure high-quality educational services for students,” she stated.

She further emphasized that the active involvement of lecturers, educational staff, and students is a key factor in supporting the successful implementation of quality standards. “The participation of the entire academic community is the key. Through collaboration, we can ensure that the quality of education at Unismuh is maintained and continuously improved,” Rahmawati added.

In addition to FKIK, other institutions such as the Planning Board, the Quality Assurance Board, the Center for Educational Development, and the University Library Unit were also included in the audit schedule. Each unit was monitored and guided by auditors to ensure that ISO standards were implemented in accordance with established procedures.

This internal audit is expected to further strengthen the position of Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar as a globally competitive higher education institution. Through the implementation of ISO 21001:2018, Unismuh reaffirms its commitment to providing educational services that are high-quality, competitive, and oriented toward student satisfaction.

Audit Internal ISO 21001:2018, FKIK Unismuh Dorong Budaya Mutu Berkelanjutan

Makassar – Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan (FKIK) Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar melaksanakan Audit Internal 2nd Surveillance Sertifikasi ISO 21001:2018 pada Senin–Selasa, 30 September – 1 Oktober 2025. Kegiatan ini berlangsung di ruang rapat FKIK Unismuh dan dihadiri oleh auditor internal, turut hadir Dekan, jajaran Dekanat, Ketua dan Sekretaris GKM, Kepala Tata Usaha (KTU), Ketua dan Sekretaris Unit, serta Ketua dan Sekretaris Program Studi di lingkup FKIK Unismuh. Kehadiran pimpinan dan pengelola unit ini mencerminkan komitmen bersama dalam memperkuat budaya mutu di FKIK.

Audit internal tersebut merupakan bagian dari upaya berkelanjutan untuk memastikan sistem manajemen organisasi pendidikan di Unismuh Makassar sesuai dengan standar internasional. Proses audit melibatkan berbagai unit, fakultas, dan lembaga di lingkungan kampus.

Dalam surat tugasnya, Rektor Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Dr. Ir. H. Abd. Rakhim Nanda, ST., MT., IPU, menegaskan bahwa audit ini menjadi bagian penting dari komitmen universitas dalam menjaga mutu layanan pendidikan. Sebanyak 22 lembaga dan unit di lingkup Unismuh dijadwalkan menjalani audit sesuai pembagian auditor yang telah ditentukan, di antaranya FKIK Unismuh Makassar.

Pelaksanaan audit internal 2nd Surveillance ini turut melibatkan beberapa auditor dan pendamping yang bertugas meninjau dokumen, melakukan wawancara, serta memastikan penerapan standar ISO 21001:2018 berjalan konsisten. Selain itu, kegiatan ini juga menjadi sarana pembelajaran untuk meningkatkan budaya mutu di lingkungan kampus.

Sekretaris Gugus Kendali Mutu (GKM) FKIK Unismuh, Rahmawati, S.Kp., M.Kes, menegaskan pentingnya audit ini sebagai refleksi dan evaluasi. “Audit internal bukan sekadar memenuhi standar sertifikasi, tetapi menjadi cermin bagi kita semua dalam memperbaiki sistem, meningkatkan efektivitas, serta memastikan layanan pendidikan yang berkualitas bagi mahasiswa,” ujarnya.

Ia menambahkan bahwa keterlibatan aktif dosen, tenaga kependidikan, hingga mahasiswa menjadi faktor penting dalam mendukung keberhasilan penerapan standar mutu. “Keterlibatan seluruh civitas akademika adalah kunci. Dengan kerja sama, kita bisa memastikan mutu pendidikan di Unismuh tetap terjaga dan terus meningkat,” kata Rahmawati.

Selain FKIK, sejumlah lembaga lain seperti Badan Perencanaan, Badan Penjaminan Mutu, Pusat Pengembangan Pendidikan, serta UPT Perpustakaan juga masuk dalam jadwal audit. Setiap unit dipantau dan didampingi auditor untuk memastikan standar ISO dijalankan sesuai prosedur.

Kegiatan audit internal ini diharapkan dapat memperkuat posisi Unismuh Makassar sebagai perguruan tinggi yang berdaya saing global. Dengan penerapan ISO 21001:2018, Unismuh meneguhkan komitmennya dalam memberikan layanan pendidikan yang berkualitas, kompetitif, dan berorientasi pada kepuasan mahasiswa.