Continuing the momentum of international collaboration between the Faculty of Psychology at UNY and UPSI, the subsequent agenda of the Visiting Professor Outbound program was slated to explore the domain of Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology. Initially scheduled as an in-person session at the UPSI campus on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 15:00 to 17:00 local time, this lecture within the KSR3013 Industrial and Organizational Psychology course was designed to broaden students' perspectives on the dynamics of the modern workplace. The session was meticulously prepared to feature a collaborative synergy between Dr. Rosita Endang Kusmaryani, M.Si. from UNY and Dr. Hazalizah binti Hamzah from UPSI.

However, due to cross-border scheduling dynamics and internal agenda adjustments within both institutions, a modification to the delivery method became necessary. Through intensive coordination, both parties mutually agreed to postpone the on-site session and transition to an online format. This decision was not intended to diminish the significance of the activity but rather to demonstrate flexibility and an unwavering commitment to hosting the academic forum despite logistical constraints. Committees from both universities are currently exploring the most conducive future date to ensure that all students both UPSI enrollees and UNY mobility participants can optimally engage in the session via video conferencing platforms.

Despite the technical adjustments, the substantive weight of the lecture remains unchanged and highly anticipated. The session is designed to comprehensively dissect critical issues in contemporary industrial and organizational psychology. Dr. Rosita Endang and Dr. Hazalizah will guide discussions on workplace behavior within cross-cultural teams, organizational dynamics in the era of digital disruption, and the application of positive psychology principles to enhance work effectiveness while safeguarding employee mental well-being. These topics are exceedingly relevant as students from both nations prepare to enter a highly competitive and interconnected ASEAN labor market.

This activity underscores that adaptability is paramount to the success of international programs. The fundamental objective of strengthening academic collaboration and broadening scientific horizons in industrial psychology remains intact. The transition to an online lecture demonstrates the readiness of the Faculty of Psychology at UNY and UPSI to adopt efficient and inclusive hybrid learning models, ensuring that geographical distance no longer impedes the high-quality exchange of knowledge.