Graceilla Kristia Sheraphim Budiono, S.E., M.B.A. is head of Digital Business Study Program. Driven by an unwavering belief in digital transformation’s power to redefine business landscapes and create meaningful social impact, Graceilla has dedicated her academic career to advancing digital business education through innovative leadership and transformative approaches.

Her professional philosophy centers on integrating cutting-edge digital concepts with practical business applications. A prime example is the Fintech course she developed, where students move beyond blockchain theory to design actual solutions for SME liquidity challenges. The educational framework she champions stays consistently ahead of the curve, cultivating a learning environment that nurtures innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, adaptive problem-solving, visionary leadership, and strong ethical awareness.

Her research focuses on empowering businesses in emerging markets through data-driven strategies for sustainable growth and digital-era competitiveness. Her recent studies on infrastructure crowdfunding and consumer behavior prediction demonstrate a consistent commitment to bridging academic theory with real-world business solutions.

Educating future digital leaders means preparing them not for today’s world, but for the world they will shape tomorrow. Through strategic industry collaborations, visionary program leadership, and applied research initiatives, she has built an ecosystem where students discover their potential as catalysts for change. She actively open to meaningful collaboration for forward-thinking organizations seeking to shape the next generation of digital business leaders.