GEW 2024: ASTRAtech Entrepreneurship Film Festival (AEFF)

As part of the Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024, ASTRAtech proudly hosted the ASTRAtech Entrepreneurship Film Festival  (AEFF) on November 19, 2024, at the ASTRAtech Campus. This engaging event offered students an exciting opportunity to immerse into the world of entrepreneurship through the powerful lens of cinema.

The festival featured two critically acclaimed movies, The Founder (2016) and The Billionaire (2011), screened in parallel. Both films presented compelling stories of entrepreneurial journeys, highlighting pivotal business decisions and the challenges faced by visionary leaders.

To deepen their engagement, students were tasked with completing a thoughtfully designed worksheet after the screening. This activity encouraged them to reflect on key moments from the movies, analyze strategic decisions, and draw valuable lessons. By immersing themselves in these stories, students were inspired to explore their entrepreneurial potential.

Complementing the experience, snacks and drinks were provided, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. To motivate participation, an exciting prize was awarded to the student with the best worksheet, recognizing creativity and insightful analysis.

At this event, our mission is to inspire and equip students to achieve their aspirations and reach their fullest potential. Henri Paul, ASTRAtech's Director, expressed his heartfelt wish that the initiatives planned for today and throughout the week serve as steppingstones for every student to pursue their hopes and dreams.

In a complementary message, Tri Yuli Adriana, the Deputy Director IV of ASTRAtech, highlighted the pivotal role of entrepreneurship in shaping future leaders. She emphasized that cultivating entrepreneurial skills and competencies is essential for success in leadership. Ms. Adriana also conveyed her hope that this evening’s Film Festival would offer meaningful insights and inspiration, further empowering students on their journey toward becoming impactful leaders.

Through events like these, ASTRAtech continues to foster a culture of innovation, leadership, and empowerment for its students.

The Entrepreneurship Film Festival was more than just a movie screening—it was a dynamic learning experience aimed at inspiring ASTRAtech students to embrace entrepreneurship with enthusiasm and confidence. This event was a memorable highlight of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024, emphasizing ASTRAtech's commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurial spirit on campus.

For further information, please contact:

Teofilus Larosa
Head of Institution Secretariat
Astra Polytechnic
Phone: +62 21 6519 555

About Politeknik Astra

Astra Polytechnic (ASTRAtech), formerly known as Politeknik Manufaktur Astra (Polman Astra), is a vocational higher education institution offering Diploma 3 and Diploma 4 programs under the auspices of Yayasan Astra Bina Ilmu (YABI), one of nine foundations owned by PT Astra International Tbk. Established in Jakarta in 1995 by PT Federal Motor (now PT Astra Honda Motor or AHM), it initially operated as Akademi Teknik Federal under Yayasan Federal Bina Ilmu. In 2001, the institution was renamed Politeknik Manufaktur Astra, commonly known as Polman Astra. On April 21, 2021, it officially adopted its current name, Politeknik Astra, with the brand name ASTRAtech.

ASTRAtech envisions becoming a leading vocational higher education institution producing internationally competent graduates and developing applied technologies relevant to current and future industries.

Currently, ASTRAtech offers six Three-year Diploma programs: Production Tool and Die Manufacturing Engineering (P4), Manufacturing Process and Production Engineering (TPM), Informatics Management (MI), Automotive Engineering (MO), Mechatronics (MK), and Building Construction Technology (TKBG). Additionally, it offers three Applied Bachelor (D4) programs: Heavy Equipment Maintenance Engineering Technology (TRPAB), Logistics Engineering Technology (TRL), and Software Engineering Technology (TRPL).

Since 2009, as part of the Semangat Astra Terpadu (SATU Indonesia) program, Politeknik Astra has provided over 1,100 students with scholarships through the Astra Achievement Scholarship Program. The selection process is rigorous to ensure the scholarships reach those who genuinely need financial support. The success of this program lies not in the disbursement of allocated funds but in effectively assisting students who truly require financial aid.

Since its establishment in 1995, Politeknik Astra has graduated 4,582 Associate Engineers, significantly contributing to the industrial development of Indonesia, particularly within the Astra Group. In the past five years, approximately 50% of Politeknik Astra’s alumni have been absorbed into the Astra Group, demonstrating the institution’s strong alignment with industry demands for highly skilled technical professionals.