The impact of accounting camp: a collaboration between Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)

The collaboration between Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Perlis Branch, began in 2023 through a simple academic group discussion at UiTM Perlis. From that modest beginning, the initiative grew into a meaningful annual Accounting Camp, conducted in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Each year, nearly 100 students and academic staff from both countries participated, forming strong cross-border bonds and sharing academic, cultural, and professional experiences. The main objective of the camp was to foster internationalization in accounting education - building academic knowledge while nurturing cultural understanding. This aligns with global trends that emphasize the importance of integrating international exposure into accounting curricula to enhance students' global preparedness (Wangwei & Judge, 2024). For students, the camp provided a platform to engage in cross-cultural academic dialogue, while faculty benefited from new insights into pedagogy and collaboration.