I thank you, Jesus. This is one step closer: Passing the LPDP Administrative Phase!

I am beyond thrilled to share a major update on my academic journey: I have officially passed the administrative selection phase for the LPDP scholarship!

Anyone who has applied for LPDP knows that the administrative phase is no small feat. It requires meticulous attention to detail, endless document gathering, and a lot of patience. Seeing that "Lulus Seleksi Administrasi" announcement was a massive sigh of relief and a great reminder of why I started this process in the first place.

This achievement brings me one crucial step closer to my ultimate goal: commencing my PhD in Accounting and Governance at Macquarie University in January 2027.

I am incredibly passionate about my upcoming research, which will dive deep into the impact of Generative AI on the auditing profession. Securing the LPDP scholarship will be instrumental in bringing this research to life and, ultimately, contributing to the future of our profession.

While I am taking a moment to celebrate this win, the journey is far from over. Next up are the upcoming Substantive Phase, and the real preparation begins now. It is time to dive back into the books, refine my interview skills, and get ready to defend my research proposal.

To everyone else on this scholarship journey, keep pushing forward. The paperwork can be exhausting, but the vision of what comes next makes it all worthwhile. And for sure, here’s to doing my absolute best and trusting Jesus with the rest! ✨ Onward to the next phase!