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Career selection is an important process for students at Darussalam Gontor University (UNIDA) because it influences their academic development and future employment. However, many UNIDA students experience difficulties in determining suitable careers due to a lack of understanding of their psychological characteristics. This study aims to build a Decision Support System (DSS) for career recommendations for UNIDA students based on psychological test results using the Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) method. The psychological data used are non-clinical test results collected through a structured questionnaire from six respondents and converted into numerical scores. The research stages include determining criteria and weights, compiling a decision matrix, normalization process, calculating preference values, and ranking career alternatives using SAW. The career alternatives used consist of academics, corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, managers, and social/public services. The results show that the managerial career alternative obtained the highest preference value of 0.861, followed by entrepreneurs at 0.824, corporate professionals at 0.778, social/public services at 0.737, and academics at 0.703. These findings demonstrate that the SAW method is capable of providing objective and systematic career recommendations based on the psychological profiles of UNIDA students. This research is expected to assist UNIDA students and academics in making more informed career decisions tailored to individual characteristics

Donorojo Village, Pacitan Regency, East Java, has significant agricultural potential, particularly in spice commodities. However, the utilization of spices by local farmers remains limited to the sale of raw materials in traditional markets at relatively low prices and with restricted market reach. In fact, spices have high economic value and strong potential to be developed into value-added products, such as herbal beverages. This community service activity aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of the PKK women’s group in Donorojo Village in processing spice-based “biofarmaka” as an effort to empower the local economy and strengthen the spice value chain. The methods employed included lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, conducted over five days at the Donorojo Village Hall and involving 20 participants. The products generated from this activity included “jahe gajah beverage”, “instan jahe merah”, “instan beras kencur”, and “instan kunir asem”. The results indicated an improvement in participants  understanding of the health benefits of spices, hygienic processing stages, and their ability to produce instant herbal beverage products. Furthermore, this activity has the potential to strengthen linkages between spice farmers as raw material suppliers and the PKK group as processing actors. The development of spice-based “biofarmaka” provides economic value addition, expands market opportunities, and encourages the growth of rural entrepreneurship. Therefore, spice-based “biofarmaka” processing training can serve as a strategy for rural agro-industry development that supports the improvement of economic stability in Donorojo Village.

This MBKM program aims to develop innovative woven textile designs in Laranwutun Village, Ile Ape District, Lembata Regency, as an effort to enhance the economic value of local products through the utilization of digital marketing based on Facebook. Laranwutun Village possesses significant potential in traditional ikat weaving; however, artisans still face challenges in design development and rely on conventional marketing practices. The program was implemented over a two-month period involving MBKM students, local weavers, and MSME actors. The implementation methods included mentoring in creating innovative textile designs by combining traditional motifs with modern color trends, product photography training, and training on the use of Facebook for promotion and sales. The results indicate an improvement in artisans’ ability to create new designs, enhanced product visual quality, and expanded digital marketing reach. Following the training, five artisans actively utilized Facebook as a promotional medium and successfully received orders from outside the region.Overall, this MBKM activity contributes to strengthening the creative economy based on local culture and enhancing the independence of woven-textile entrepreneurs in Laranwutun Village through accessible and sustainable digital technology utilization.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a vital role in Indonesia's economy with a contribution of more than 60 percent to the Gross Domestic Product and the absorption of 97 percent of the national workforce, but their participation in international trade is still low with only 14 percent involved in export activities. This research aims to analyze the challenges and opportunities faced by MSMEs in accessing the global market and identify adaptation strategies developed by entrepreneurs. A qualitative method with a phenomenological approach was applied through in-depth interviews with 18 export-oriented MSME owners and managers in East Java who were selected by purposive sampling. Thematic analysis using ATLAS.ti revealed seven main challenges including limited access to capital, complexity of export regulations, constraints on production capacity and quality consistency, language and cross-cultural communication barriers, lack of international market information, logistics infrastructure problems, and intensive competition. On the other hand, four strategic opportunities were identified, namely increasing demand for sustainable authentic products, accelerating digitalization and e-commerce, utilizing free trade agreements, and ethical consumerism trends. MSMEs develop effective adaptation strategies in the form of strategic collaboration, product differentiation with  premium positioning, the use of digital technology, and a focus on  specific market niches. The research emphasizes that the successful internationalization of MSMEs requires a holistic approach integrating internal capacity building with the support of a conducive external ecosystem.

The retail grocery business is an important part of the traditional market economy. However, most micro-businesses still face limitations in financial management and inventory control. This community service activity aims to improve the capacity of retail grocery businesses in Bolu Market, Tallunglipu District, through assistance with simple financial record-keeping and inventory management based on sales data. The implementation methods included observation, socialization, training, and direct assistance to business partners. The results of the activity showed an increase in the partners' understanding of the importance of financial recording and inventory, as well as their initial ability to implement daily business recording. This activity contributed to improving business efficiency and supporting the sustainability of micro businesses in traditional markets. Furthermore, business partners have demonstrated improvements in more structured inventory management, resulting in reduced waste and stock discrepancies. This initiative is expected to have a long-term impact on developing the capacity of micro-entrepreneurs in traditional markets.

Bulay Village has an entrepreneurial spirit, with the idea of creating, developing, and managing new businesses and exploiting its papaya production potential. This innovation involves processing papaya chips (kreeyaa), which is expected to increase income. The goal of the PKM is to improve the community's economy by providing training and guidance on processing papaya into marketable products, motivating the community to generate creative ideas using existing resources, and establishing papaya chips businesses. The method used is partisipatory Action Research, an approach based on the assets, strengths, and potential of the community. Entrepreneurship mentoring seminars and training on making papaya chips (kreeyaa) in Bulay Village are expected to create jobs, develop community skills, and increase income by leveraging potential assets.

This community service activity aims to describe the implementation of the first-month mentoring activity of the Student Entrepreneur Development Program (P2MW), which focuses on program orientation and team formation at Universitas Muhammadiyah Jambi. The activity was conducted in February 2025 and involved students participating in the P2MW program. A descriptive-participatory approach was applied through program socialization, facilitated team formation, interactive discussions, and group reflection. The results indicate that students gained a better understanding of the objectives and mechanisms of P2MW and were able to form entrepreneurial teams with clearer role distribution. In addition, the mentoring activity contributed to improving communication, teamwork, and students’ confidence in presenting business ideas. The first-month mentoring activity provides a positive initial foundation for the implementation of P2MW and supports the sustainability of student entrepreneurship development in subsequent stages.

Kawengen Village, located in East Ungaran District, Semarang Regency, is one of the main corn-producing areas with strong potential to be developed into processed products with high economic value. However, limited community knowledge in product processing, business management, and marketing has prevented corn production from generating optimal added value. This community service program aims to strengthen village entrepreneurship through the establishment of a corn production house as a center for innovation, training, and business mentoring. The production house is expected to enhance community skills, promote economic independence, and support sustainable local economic development. The program was implemented through the PPK Ormawa initiative, which included socialization of corn-based product innovations, basic financial bookkeeping training, digital marketing training, product innovation workshops, and continuous mentoring in production, marketing, and financial management. The results demonstrate significant improvements in community skills in processing corn into value-added products, increased understanding of basic business financial management, and enhanced capacity to utilize digital media for market expansion. The corn production house also functions as a community collaboration hub that strengthens business development based on local resources. Overall, the strategy of developing village entrepreneurship through a corn production house has proven effective in encouraging the growth of productive community-based enterprises, strengthening local economic independence, and fostering entrepreneurial interest rooted in village potential.

Financial Literacy is a crucial aspect in supporting the success of a business for young entrepreneurs, especially in preparing financial reports. Financial literacy encompasses knowledge of money management, investment, and financial planning, while self-management encompasses skills such as time discipline, emotional control, and decision-making. "Improving Financial Literacy and Self-Management for Young Entrepreneurs of Polytechnic Students" has successfully achieved its primary objective with significant achievements. The general objective was achieved through a 25-30% increase in financial literacy and self-management scores, enabling students to manage their businesses more effectively and sustainably. Specific objectives were also met: workshops provided basic knowledge, mentoring trained practical skills, and the application of the concept of forming an aware community. Positive impacts were seen in reducing business risks and contributing to the polytechnic's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Positive impacts resulting from this program include reducing business risks and contributing to the development of the entrepreneurial ecosystem at the Polytechnic. This program is expected to become a model that can be applied in other educational institutions to support the development of young entrepreneurs in Indonesia.

Students' perspectives and readiness to start a business are greatly influenced by entrepreneurship education. The purpose of this study was to investigate how the entrepreneurial desire of 64 Economics Education students at PGRI Wiranegara University is influenced by entrepreneurship education and self-confidence. Based on the findings of the quantitative study, self-confidence and entrepreneurship education both significantly influence entrepreneurial desire, both separately and together. It has been proven that self-confidence (t-test 2.224) and entrepreneurship education (t-test 5.098) have an influence. Both factors have a significant impact simultaneously, as indicated by the calculated F value of 58.933. Furthermore, based on the analysis of the coefficient of determination (R Square), these two variables contribute 65.9% of entrepreneurial interest, while other factors influence the remaining 34.1%. This conclusion is important and can be a guide for future research on entrepreneurship teaching techniques.

This study addresses low student engagement and high levels of boredom in entrepreneurship courses that rely heavily on one-way PowerPoint-based lectures. Preliminary observations in-dicated that 80% of students experienced low motivation and difficulty generating innovative business ideas. The purpose of this research was to examine the effect of gamification on student learning motivation and business creativity.A quantitative approach was employed using a pre-experimental (One-Group Pretest–Posttest design). The sample consisted of 25 students selected through total sampling. Gamification elements, including: points, badges, and leaderboards, were integrated into the learning process to replace conventional lecture methods.The findings indicate that the implementation of gamification significantly trans-formed student learning behavior and classroom dynamics. Students shifted from passive disengagement, characterized by limited interaction and high distraction levels, to proactive participation. Verbal interactions increased substantially, moving beyond administrative ques-tions toward meaningful business discussions. Students demonstrated heightened engagement and responsiveness during learning activities. The gamified learning environment also fostered a safe space for creative experimentation, enabling students to take entrepreneurial risks without fear of academic or financial failure. Improvements were observed across key di-mensions of business creativity, including fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. The study concludes that gamification is an effective pedagogical strategy for enhancing student motivation and business creativity in entrepreneurship education. By transforming learning from a passive knowledge-transfer model into an experiential and interactive process, gami-fication supports the development of an entrepreneurial mindset among digital native students.

Headpiece is an accessory worn on the head to beautify the appearance. The author uses observation, literature, experiments, documentation, and questionnaire methods. The author conducted a qualitative descriptive data analysis by presenting it in the form of a narrative using words or sentences. The author conducted experiments with stages, namely preparing materials and tools, forming flower patterns, arranging flower petals, arranging flowers and beads, applying glitter, applying resin, drying resin, arranging flowers and beads on a wire headband. The author offers a price of IDR 57,500 per headpiece, which is a relatively cheaper price compared to headpieces made of beaded flowers. Product validation was tested through sensory tests on 3 expert validators and obtained a total value of 57, which is included in the very feasible category, while the level of preference according to 30 respondents for clay headpiece products received a value of 119-150 which is included in the very preferred category. Based on the results of research and experiments on making headpieces from a combination of clay for entrepreneurial opportunities, it is hoped that in the future there will be more variations in headpiece types, improve the quality of headpieces, increase the variety of flower shapes and marketing strategies.

This study aims to examine the effect of microcredit on the level of community welfare in Kecamatan Sumbawa, with study locations in Kelurahan Pekat and Brang Bara. Microcredit is positioned as one of the strategic instruments in efforts to empower the economy of low-income communities, especially through increasing access to financing, income generation, and social welfare. This research uses a quantitative approach with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method based on Partial Least Square (PLS). The study population consisted of 100 micro-entrepreneurs in the two villages who had received microcredit from local financial institutions. The variables analyzed include ease of credit access (X1), credit repayment (X2), income (Y), and community welfare (Z) which acts as a mediating variable. The results of the analysis show that easy access to microcredit does not have a significant effect on income or community welfare. In contrast, the variable of microcredit repayment has a positive and significant effect on community welfare. In addition, income also has a positive and significant influence on welfare, indicating that an increase in income is a key factor in determining the economic and social welfare of microcredit recipient households. This finding confirms that the success of the microcredit program is more influenced by the effectiveness of the management and sustainability of the credit repayment system, rather than solely by the ease of access to financing.  

This research focuses on the use of social media among Gen Z students at the Faculty of Economics, Universitas Nasional Pasim, specifically in their first semester, with the primary obejctive of identifying the impact of social media usage on entrepreneurial interest Gen Z. Utilizing a quantitative method with a population of 94 individuals and a sample derived using a 5% margin, data were collected through questionnaires. The analytical results through validityand reliability tests confirmed that all data were both valid and reliable, while the simple regression analysis indicated that the regression model is feasible and relevant. This is evidenced by an R-Square value os 0.575, showing that 57,5% of the variation in entrepreneurial interest is influenced by social media usage, while the remaining 42.5% is affected by external factors. Furthermore, the F-count of 19.580 exceeds the F-table of 3.10, proving that social media usage significantly impacts entrepreneurial interest for instance, platforms like TikTok serve not only as entertainment but also as vital tools for information, business learning, and promotion. Such platforms encourage students to develop the courage to build businesses and foster independence, creativity, risk taking and readiness to create jobs and face future economic challenges. Ultimately, utilizing social media in a positive and productive manner serves as an effective strategy for cultivating the entrepreneurial spirit an dinterest among Gen Z.  

The development of the digital era demands that youth possess practical and applicable information technology (IT) skills to enhance competitiveness in the workforce and entrepreneurship. However, the gap between theoretical knowledge and basic technical skills—such as computer assembly, installation, and troubleshooting—remains a real challenge among youth, particularly in community settings such as the Patitech Academy in Pati Regency. The training program was implemented using experiential learning methods and a participatory approach over three days. A total of 25 participants engaged in a series of activities, including socialization, technical training, intensive mentoring, and evaluation. Measurement instruments included written pre- and post-tests, practical performance observation, and satisfaction questionnaires. Data analysis showed a significant improvement in participant competencies. The average post-test score increased by 40.2% compared to the pre-test, with 85% of participants demonstrating mastery in assembling computers, installing operating systems, and performing basic troubleshooting independently. The troubleshooting aspect recorded the highest increase (45%). The success of the program was supported by direct learning methods, an ideal participant-instructor ratio, and a curriculum relevant to industry needs. Hands-on training proved effective in significantly improving youth technical IT competencies. The program not only built hard skills but also increased participants' self-confidence and independence. For sustainability, it is recommended to develop advanced modules, strengthen industry networking, and establish a digital alumni forum. The findings of this study can serve as a model for developing youth empowerment programs based on digital skills in other communities.

This study aims to analyze the collective kiai leadership policies in enhancing the quality of madrasah education at Bahrul Ulum Islamic Boarding School, Tambakberas, Jombang. Using a qualitative research method with a phenomenological approach, the study collects data through in-depth interviews, structured observation, and documentation. The data analysis process involves three stages: data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The study reveals that the formulation of collective leadership policies is based on the need to achieve religious goals, legal foundations, and community needs. These policies are oriented toward problem-solving and continuity, formulated through deliberation and consensus involving all kiai leaders of both formal and non-formal educational institutions within the pesantren. The implementation of these policies emphasizes scholarly sanad and intellectual tradition across all educational institutions. Key aspects include educational administration, human resource development, strengthening formal education based on national accreditation standards, providing entrepreneurship education, and participating in faith-based as well as science and technology competitions at national and international levels. The evaluation of these policies is carried out collectively by all caretakers and leaders in alignment with established policies to ensure quality improvement across the pesantren’s formal and non-formal educational institutions.

Almost all formal workers dedicate all their time and energy to their companies during their productive years. As a result, it is very difficult for workers to start other businesses besides their formal jobs. Without the skills and strategies for entrepreneurship, many workers find it difficult to survive when they reach retirement age. From a sustainable human resource management perspective, the retirement preparation period (MPP) is a strategic phase for maintaining the social welfare of employees and taking preventive measures to address post-retirement social issues such as decreased productivity, economic dependence, and individual social roles. For employees who will enter retirement age in the next two years, PT. Sindopex Perotama regularly conducts MPP training. This year, the MPP training was themed “food security to achieve food self-sufficiency in retirement.” PT. Sindopex Perotama collaborated with LS Farm, Trawas Eduwisata Center (TEC), and a team from KH. A. Wahab Hasbullah University (UNWAHA) Jombang as part of the Tridharma community service program. This activity was achieved by applying the results of evaluations from observations of previous activities so that it was on target through proper planning (identifying needs in collaboration with partners), implementing activities, and providing direct assistance at the activity location. This program is expected to bring about social change, such as greater social welfare for employees approaching retirement age, greater economic independence in terms of food, and greater awareness of the role of retirees in maintaining food availability and social harmony in their neighborhoods. In addition, this program demonstrates sustainable human resource management practices in companies that care about the welfare of their employees until they retire.

Economic independence for Islamic boarding school graduates remains a challenge amidst competitive job market. This community service (PkM) aims to increase the motivation and insight of female students (santriwati) regarding business opportunities in the service sector as an entrepreneurship alternative without requiring significant capital. The main problem faced by the partners in Baturaja was limited business literacy and the perception that entrepreneurship necessitates physical products. The method employed was socialization through interactive lectures, group discussions, and sharing sessions with academics. The results of the activity indicated a significant increase in entrepreneurial motivation among the students, with 85% of participants now expressing interest in starting service-based businesses such as education, design, or digital services. Furthermore, the participants' understanding of practical steps to initiate a business increased substantially. This activity successfully shifted the students' mindset to become more innovative and independent in facing economic challenges post-boarding school education.

This study aims to explore the dynamics of psychological empowerment among women entrepreneurs by examining how they construct entrepreneurial identity, develop competence, cultivate independence, and generate social impact through their business activities. The background of this research stems from the need for women in micro and small enterprises to receive support that extends beyond technical skill development, emphasizing psychological aspects such as self-belief, personal control, and decision-making capacity. Employing a qualitative phenomenological approach, this study involved three women entrepreneurs selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews to capture the participants’ subjective experiences in managing their businesses. The findings reveal four central themes: entrepreneurial identity shaped by personal values and lived experiences, competence that evolves through continuous learning and problem-solving, independence reflected in decision-making and business management, and social impact manifested in the creation of economic opportunities and contributions to the surrounding community. These results illustrate that psychological empowerment among women entrepreneurs is a dynamic process formed through the interaction of personal experiences, entrepreneurial practices, and community support. The study emphasizes the importance of empowerment programs that integrate psychological strengthening alongside technical training, with communities serving as vital spaces for collective learning and mutual support. Recommendations highlight the need for holistic empowerment models that consider the sociocultural context of women entrepreneurs and foster sustainable growth in both personal and business capacities.  

This community service program aims to improve the entrepreneurial skills of high school students through the understanding and application of SMART Goal Setting. The activities were carried out in the form of workshops, group discussions, and intensive mentoring for eleventh-grade students. Data were collected through observations, short interviews, participant reflection notes, and documentation of business plans. Analysis was conducted using descriptive qualitative methods, emphasizing the participants' experience patterns and behavioral changes after participating in the program. The results showed that students were better able to formulate specific, measurable, realistic, relevant, and time-bound business goals. In addition, participants reported increased self-confidence, regularity in developing business steps, and awareness of the importance of structured planning. These findings confirm the relevance of implementing SMART Goal Setting in high school entrepreneurship education as a practical strategy that can support the emergence of aspiring young entrepreneurs.