The Diploma III (D III) Taxation Program of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Trisakti, organized a Guest Lecture featuring Dr. Deni Darmawati, S.E., Ak., M.Si., CA., CSRS., CSRA., CGRCPA., CPIA., CIIQA., CIRM, as the speaker in her capacity as Head of the Diploma III Taxation Study Program. The activity was conducted with great enthusiasm from students of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Sarawak, Malaysia. The classroom atmosphere became increasingly interactive through discussions, questions, and active student participation throughout the session.

On this occasion, the speaker delivered a presentation entitled “Sustainability Governance: Strengthening Companies’ Sustainability Strategy.” The theme of sustainability attracted significant interest among students, as it provided new insights into the implementation of sustainable practices across various industrial sectors.

Through the presentation, students gained an understanding of the importance of sustainability governance within corporate strategy, particularly in relation to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) aspects. The material emphasized that companies today are not solely expected to focus on profitability but must also consider their long-term social and environmental impacts.

In addition to broadening academic perspectives, the activity also introduced students to the strategic role of taxation in supporting corporate sustainability in the future. Students were encouraged to understand that tax policy, tax compliance, and fiscal incentives play a vital role in promoting responsible and sustainable business practices.

This understanding is expected to enhance students’ awareness of the importance of tax professionals in supporting sustainable economic development. The Guest Lecture also encouraged students to become more critical and adaptive in responding to global issues, enabling them to connect sustainability concepts with real-world practices in business and industry.