Politeknik Negeri Batam

What Politeknik Negeri Batam does

Politeknik Negeri Batam (Polibatam) is a state vocational higher education institution located in Batam, Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia, operating under the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture. Founded in 2000 as a private institution under Yayasan Pendidikan Batam, it was elevated to state polytechnic (Perguruan Tinggi Negeri) status in October 2010 through Minister of National Education Regulation No. 26. The institution delivers Diploma 3 (D3) and Sarjana Terapan (D4/Applied Bachelor) programs across five departments — Teknik Informatika, Teknik Elektro, Teknik Mesin, Manajemen dan Bisnis — plus a graduate program (S2) in Teknik Komputer, serving Indonesian high school graduates seeking applied technical and business qualifications.

Polibatam operates a comprehensive digital ecosystem built around a Project-Based Learning (PBL) methodology. Core platforms include SILAM (student information and services), SIAP-PBL (project-based learning management with 4,643 projects and 12,420 student participants), SITA (final project management), Pamer.in (digital project showcase), TalentHub (career placement), E-Learning (Moodle-based LMS), P4M (quality assurance hub with SPMI and SIMANIS risk management), Helpdesk, and an institutional repository. The SIAP-PBL platform has facilitated 410 external industry collaborations with private companies, state-owned enterprises, and NGOs. The Barelang FC humanoid robotics team has earned 11 medals at FIRA RoboWorld Cup 2026 in Malaysia and is set to compete in RoboCup Humanoid League 2026 in South Korea.

The institution's business model is government-anchored: primary funding flows from the Indonesian state budget (APBN), supplemented by student tuition under the UKT (Uang Kuliah Tunggal) system, revenue from industry-PBL collaborations, and scholarship/aid programs. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. The institution operates a single-campus model in Batam's free trade zone, strategically positioned near Singapore, and pursues international credential partnerships with Cisco (CCNAv7), AWS (cloud certifications), EC-Council (CEH/CHFI), and Red Hat for cybersecurity and IT curriculum integration.

Name

Politeknik Negeri Batam

Legal name

Politeknik Negeri Batam

Website

https://polibatam.ac.id

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Politeknik Negeri Batam is an Indonesian state polytechnic in Batam delivering D3 and D4 applied degree programs in engineering, technology, and business. It uses a Project-Based Learning methodology linking students with industry partners and is funded primarily by the Indonesian government budget.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Support Services (611710), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

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Technical Universities with Architecture, Built Environment & Design Engineering (EDAHAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

IT Architecture & Solutions Design (Enterprise/Cloud Architecture, Integration) (EDABAFAK), Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA), Information Technology & Cybersecurity Certification Prep (CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, ISC2/ISACA) (EDANAIAF), Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE)

Keywords

• Vocational higher education
• Diploma degree programs
• Applied bachelor programs
• Project-based learning
• Technical certification training

Headquarters

HQ city

Batam

HQ country

Indonesia

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Budget (APBN): Primary funding from Indonesian government budget for public polytechnics covering operational costs, infrastructure, and academic programs.
2. Single Tuition Fee (UKT): Uang Kuliah Tunggal (UKT) paid by students per semester. Students can apply for UKT reduction/assistance. Fee structure varies by study program level (D3, D4/Sarjana Terapan).
3. PBL Industry Collaboration: Project-based collaboration with external industries, companies, and organizations through the SIAP-PBL platform. External partners contribute to student project work.
4. Scholarships and Education Aid: Various scholarship programs for students including academic achievement scholarships, bank education assistance, and government aid programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Politeknik Negeri Batam is an Indonesian state polytechnic that delivers vocational higher education at Diploma 3 (D3) and Sarjana Terapan (D4) levels across departments of Teknik Informatika, Teknik Elektro, Teknik Mesin, and Manajemen Bisnis, plus a Magister (S2) program in Teknik Komputer. The institution integrates Project-Based Learning methodology connecting students with industry partners via the SIAP-PBL platform, embeds globally recognized certifications (Cisco, AWS, EC-Council, Red Hat), and supports a digital ecosystem that includes student information systems, learning management, project showcases, and the TalentHub career placement platform.

Product overview

Politeknik Negeri Batam operates a comprehensive digital ecosystem comprising multiple interconnected platforms. The core student-facing systems include SILAM (student information and services), SIAP-PBL (project-based learning management), SITA (final project management), and Jadwal PBM (academic scheduling). These are complemented by specialized platforms: Pamer.in for project showcase, TalentHub for career services, Helpdesk for IT support, and P4M for quality assurance containing SPMI, E-Learning, Digital Learning, E-Kuesioner, Survey Graduate, Intranet, and SIMANIS applications. The institution also maintains a digital repository for academic publications. This multi-platform architecture supports the polytechnic's educational mission across multiple departments including Teknik Informatika, Teknik Elektro, Teknik Mesin, and Manajemen Bisnis.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Diploma 3 (D3) Programs Three-year vocational diploma programs covering Teknik Informatika, Teknik Elektro, Teknik Mesin, Akuntansi, and Teknik Geomatika, designed to produce technically proficient entry-level professionals for industry roles.
• Sarjana Terapan (D4) Programs Four-year applied bachelor degree programs including D4 Teknologi Rekayasa Multimedia, D4 Animasi, D4 Rekayasa Keamanan Siber (Cyber Security Engineering), and D4 Teknologi Rekayasa Perangkat Lunak (Software Engineering Technology), integrating industry certifications (Cisco, AWS, EC-Council, Red Hat) and Project-Based Learning.
• Magister (S2) Teknik Komputer Graduate Program Master's level graduate program in Computer Engineering offered as the fifth department-level academic offering at Politeknik Negeri Batam for advanced studies in computer engineering.
• SIAP-PBL Industry Collaboration Service Project-Based Learning collaboration platform and service enabling industry partners (private companies, SOEs, NGOs) to submit project briefs for student teams to develop solutions, with 410 external industry projects facilitated to date and tracked via the SIAP-PBL system.
• TalentHub Career and Internship Platform Career placement platform connecting Politeknik Negeri Batam students and alumni with companies for internship and job opportunities, featuring student portfolios and competency tracking.
• Pamer.in Digital Showcase Online gallery showcasing innovative PBL project outcomes across categories including Application, IoT, Multimedia, Animation, and Geomatika for evaluation by industry partners and prospective students.
• E-Learning Platform Moodle-based learning management system for online course delivery with discussion forums, interactive quizzes, structured assignments, and student progress tracking, supporting both D3 and D4 program course delivery and continuing education.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,643 total PBL projects completed since 2020
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and major.

• Kinema Systrans MultimediaminorOthersInternational animation studio located in Nongsa, Batam area that employs Polibatam Multimedia (Prodi MJ) graduates. This partnership exemplifies industry collaboration in the creative animation sector, with Polibatam graduates comprising a significant portion of their workforce.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco provides networking certification programs and curriculum integration for Polibatam's informatics and cybersecurity programs. The D4 Rekayasa Keamanan Siber program includes CCNAv7 certification tracks and Cisco cybersecurity coursework.
• AWS (Amazon Web Services)coreTechnology or IntegrationAWS certification support for cloud computing curriculum in the cybersecurity and informatics programs. Students and lecturers have access to AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification preparation.
• EC-CouncilcoreTechnology or IntegrationEC-Council provides cybersecurity certifications including Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) for the D4 Rekayasa Keamanan Siber program. Faculty members hold these professional certifications.
• Red HatcoreTechnology or IntegrationRed Hat provides open-source technology training and certification for Linux and enterprise software curriculum. Supports hands-on training in system administration and open-source technologies.
• Industri Swasta (Private Companies)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrivate companies collaborate on Project-Based Learning projects through the SIAP-PBL platform. Companies submit project briefs, and student teams develop solutions. Over 410 external industry projects have been facilitated.
• BUMN/D (Badan Usaha Milik Negara/Daerah - State-Owned Enterprises)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-owned enterprises partner with Polibatam for PBL projects and talent development. These partnerships provide industry exposure and employment opportunities for graduates in the government-affiliated business sector.
• LSM (Lembaga Swadaya Masyarakat - NGOs)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-governmental organizations collaborate on community development and social impact projects through PBL methodology, extending academic learning to serve community needs.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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