Developing Assertive Communication through the Role-Play Method for Online Business and Retail Students at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung

Nabila Azka ; Zahrah ; Segarwati ; Yulia ; Harazaky Gea ; Angelina ; Nuur Lathifah ; Ananda Ayriliyana
Journal Media Sosial dan Creative Industries 📅 2026 Vol 1, No 2
Abstract
Vocational high school graduates are expected to master not only technical competencies but also interpersonal skills that support their readiness for the workplace. Field observations at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung indicate that students in the Online Business and Retail (Bisnis Daring dan Ritel) program still show a low level of assertive communication, evidenced by their difficulty in expressing opinions confidently, refusing requests politely, and handling direct interaction with customers. This community service program (Program Kemitraan Masyarakat/PKM) was designed to develop students' assertive communication skills through the role-play method. The program consists of five stages: needs analysis, development of training materials and role-play scenarios, training and practice, evaluation and feedback, and continued mentoring. Students are placed in simulated roles such as seller, buyer, and observer in scenarios involving customer service, complaint handling, price negotiation, and teamwork. The information-dissemination approach combines material delivery, discussion, hands-on practice, and technical guidance. The program is expected to increase students' understanding of assertive communication concepts, strengthen their interpersonal communication skills, and provide an applied learning experience relevant to the demands of the retail and customer-service industry. The expected output of this activity is a scientific article published in a nationally accredited (Sinta) journal.
Keywords
Assertive Communication Role Play Vocational Students Online Business and Retail Community Service.
How to Cite

Nabila Azka, et al. (2026). Developing Assertive Communication through the Role-Play Method for Online Business and Retail Students at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung. Journal Media Sosial dan Creative Industries, 1(2).

Nabila Azka, Zahrah; Segarwati, Yulia; Harazaky Gea, Angelina; Nuur Lathifah, Ananda Ayriliyana, "Developing Assertive Communication through the Role-Play Method for Online Business and Retail Students at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung," Journal Media Sosial dan Creative Industries, vol. 1, no. 2, 2026.

Nabila Azka, Zahrah; Segarwati, Yulia; Harazaky Gea, Angelina; Nuur Lathifah, Ananda Ayriliyana. "Developing Assertive Communication through the Role-Play Method for Online Business and Retail Students at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung." Journal Media Sosial dan Creative Industries, vol. 1, no. 2, 2026.

Nabila Azka, Zahrah; Segarwati, Yulia; Harazaky Gea, Angelina; Nuur Lathifah, Ananda Ayriliyana. "Developing Assertive Communication through the Role-Play Method for Online Business and Retail Students at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung." Journal Media Sosial dan Creative Industries 1, no. 2 (2026).

Nabila Azka, et al. (2026) 'Developing Assertive Communication through the Role-Play Method for Online Business and Retail Students at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung', Journal Media Sosial dan Creative Industries, 1(2).

Nabila Azka, Zahrah; Segarwati, Yulia; Harazaky Gea, Angelina; Nuur Lathifah, Ananda Ayriliyana. Developing Assertive Communication through the Role-Play Method for Online Business and Retail Students at SMK Pasundan 1 Bandung. Journal Media Sosial dan Creative Industries. 2026;1(2).

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