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Leadership character development is a fundamental foundation in preparing Indonesian Naval Academy Marine Cadets as prospective Platoon Commanders (Platoon Leaders) in operational units. The complexity of the operational environment, the dynamics of the strategic setting, and the demands of military professionalism require a platoon commander to excel not only in technical and tactical competencies, but also to possess strong, integrity-based, and adaptive leadership character. This article aims to comprehensively analyze leadership character development materials for prospective Marine Platoon Commanders at the Indonesian Naval Academy (AAL) using the Character Cultivation approach and the Military Leadership and Character Development theory proposed by Dr. Charles C. Wong. This study employs a qualitative research method with data collected through expert interviews, document analysis, and SWOT analysis. The findings indicate that the most appropriate strategy for leadership character development is the Strength–Opportunities (SO) strategy, which emphasizes leveraging internal strengths of military education to capitalize on external opportunities, particularly global trends in character-based leadership and the utilization of educational technology. This article, structured equivalently to a minimum of 30 A4 pages, is expected to serve as an academic reference and a policy input for strengthening leadership education for Marine Cadets.

Higher education institutions are experiencing accelerated transformation driven by global competition, technological advancements, and shifting learner expectations. In this context, Internal Quality Assurance Cells (IQACs) serve a strategic role in enhancing teaching quality, strengthening learning processes, and ensuring curriculum relevance through the implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and pedagogical innovation. This study employs qualitative content analysis by synthesizing theoretical frameworks and recent empirical literature to develop an integrated model of IQAC-led academic transformation. The analysis highlights three key mechanisms: curriculum intelligence systems, pedagogical innovation ecosystems, and comprehensive faculty empowerment. Findings indicate that effective IQACs function not merely as compliance bodies but as catalysts of academic excellence by aligning curriculum with industry needs, fostering continuous faculty development, and promoting technology-enhanced learning and learning analytics. Moreover, phased OBE implementation—comprising capacity building, curriculum redesign, instructional support, and continuous evaluation—significantly strengthens learning outcomes and cultivates reflective academic culture. The proposed framework underscores the interconnected role of curriculum, pedagogy, and faculty capabilities as foundations for institutional excellence. Ultimately, the study affirms that IQACs’ strategic leadership in embedding OBE, leveraging educational technologies, and empowering faculty positions them as pivotal agents in driving sustainable educational transformation.

The goal of this community service program (PkM) at SMA Negeri 11 Samarinda is to increase students' enthusiasm for reading by providing them with e-books that are based on QR codes. Students' lack of enthusiasm for reading and resources for reading led to the program's inception. E-books with QR codes embedded were presented as a workable approach to digital literacy that caters to the needs of students who were born into the digital age. Several steps were involved in the process, such as determining requirements, creating an e-book, creating QR codes, installing them at key school locations, and finally, monitoring and evaluating the results. Observations and questionnaires were given to 200 students as part of the assessment. Students' interest in and ability to access literature were both enhanced by the usage of QR Codes, according to the findings. In a survey, 82% of people said QR Codes were simple to use, and 85% said they were more motivated to read after using them. In terms of reading frequency, 76% of students saw an improvement, and 72% said they could understand what they read better.With an overall mean score of 4.35 (categorized as excellent), the digital literacy program proved to be effective and positively received. Overall, the implementation of QR Code–based e-books successfully strengthened digital literacy practices and created a more engaging, flexible, and sustainable reading experience, offering a model for digital literacy initiatives in other schools.

Social media has become the primary platform for students to express themselves and build their professional reputation. However, many students have not yet fully utilized social media to support their careers and academic image. This community service activity aims to enhance the understanding and skills of students at the University of Makassar (UNM) in building a strong personal brand through social media. The implementation method includes socialization, training, and direct mentoring for students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, UNM. The evaluation was conducted using pre-tests and post-tests to measure the improvement in knowledge and skills of the participants. The results show a significant increase in students' understanding, with the average score improving from a moderate level to an excellent level. Moreover, the majority of participants have begun to apply personal branding content strategies on their social media platforms. This training has been effective in raising students' awareness of the importance of building a professional image in the digital world. With a better understanding of personal branding, students are expected to leverage social media positively to strengthen their professional reputation and open up career opportunities in the future.

The disparity in the quality of rehabilitation services across regional work units presents a significant challenge to effective public management. This study aims to bridge the gap between problem diagnosis and policy prediction by proposing a hybrid, data-driven approach. We integrate K-Means Clustering to map the current state of service quality and Stochastic Simulation to predict the impact of strategic interventions. Using the 2024 Public Satisfaction Index (IKM) dataset from the National Narcotics Agency (BNN), the K-Means algorithm initially identified 26 work units (15.7%) in the "Red Zone" (critical performance), highlighting urgent areas for improvement. Next, a stochastic simulation modeling a "Directed Priority Intervention" scenario was run. The results predicted a significant structural shift in the distribution of service quality, characterized by an 80.8% decrease in critical units (down to 5 units) and a 71.8% increase in excellent performing units (up to 67 units). These findings validate that the integration of clustering and simulation provides a comprehensive framework for evidence-based decision-making, enabling policymakers to optimize resource allocation and efficiently accelerate national service standardization.

Social media has become the primary platform for students to express themselves and build their professional reputation. However, many students have not yet fully utilized social media to support their careers and academic image. This community service activity aims to enhance the understanding and skills of students at the University of Makassar (UNM) in building a strong personal brand through social media. The implementation method includes socialization, training, and direct mentoring for students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, UNM. The evaluation was conducted using pre-tests and post-tests to measure the improvement in knowledge and skills of the participants. The results show a significant increase in students' understanding, with the average score improving from a moderate level to an excellent level. Moreover, the majority of participants have begun to apply personal branding content strategies on their social media platforms. This training has been effective in raising students' awareness of the importance of building a professional image in the digital world. With a better understanding of personal branding, students are expected to leverage social media positively to strengthen their professional reputation and open up career opportunities in the future.

The phenomenonoccurring in various universities shows an increase in cases of academic fraud, such as cheating, plagiarism, research data manipulation, and misuse of technology in the learning process. This behavior not only undermines academic integrity, but also has the potential tocreate a mindset of cheating that carries over into the workplace. Integrityis a fundamental value that forms the moral foundation of every aspect oflife, both in education and in the workplace. In the context of higher education, students are expected not only to excel academically,but also to possess honesty, responsibility, and strong professional ethics.Accountants are future professionals who will be directly involved inthe management and financial reporting of organizations. This profession demandsa very high level of honesty and integrity, because the accuracy andreliability of financial reports form the basis for business and public decision-making. However, in practice, there are many cases of accounting fraud, such as budget mark-ups, financial statement manipulation, creative accounting, and data misstatement, which occur due to weak values of integrity and moral responsibilityamong individuals. If dishonest behavior has already been established during college—for example, in the form of cheating, manipulating assignment data, or falsifying lab reports—then the risk of bringing similar habits into the workplace will be even higher. Integrity is a core competency (core comp) that determines a person's quality as an organizational asset

This study aims to examine the implementation of audit procedures on accounts payable at PT XYZ by KAP Ramli & Rekan, with a focus on compliance with Auditing Standards and effectiveness in detecting material misstatements. Accounts payable are a key component of financial statements representing the company’s obligations to suppliers, requiring accurate presentation for assessing liquidity and capital structure. The study applies a descriptive qualitative method, collecting primary data through interviews with audit staff at KAP Ramli & Rekan and secondary data from relevant literature. The findings show that the audit procedures comply with professional standards, covering comprehensive stages including engagement acceptance, audit planning, risk and materiality assessment, and substantive testing. The planning process incorporates the COSO framework for evaluating internal control, establishes audit objectives based on the five management assertions, and utilizes ATLAS software and Microsoft Excel. KAP Ramli & Rekan apply control testing and substantive procedures, including external confirmations, inspection of supporting documents, review of aging payables, and subsequent payment testing. Risk assessment indicates low inherent and control risks, while detection risk is mitigated through substantive procedures. Overall Materiality is set at 60% of revenue and profit before tax, Performance Materiality at 3% of Overall Materiality, and Threshold Materiality at 3% of Performance Materiality. The study concludes that the audit procedures implemented by KAP Ramli & Rekan align with applicable Auditing Standards and are effective in addressing audit risks related to accounts payable. The implications highlight the importance of enhancing audit quality practices, particularly the effectiveness of planning and internal control evaluation in accounts payable audits.

Perkembangan sistem informasi seiring dengan kemajuan teknologi informasi yang signifikan, berperan dalam penyimpanan, pengelolaan, dan pendistribusian informasi. Salah satu contohnya adalah dalam pengelolaan data instalasi kabel serat optik. Dinas Komunikasi dan Informatika Bangkalan, sebagai instansi pemerintah, menghadapi tantangan dalam pencatatan data serat optik yang masih dilakukan secara konvensional menggunakan perangkat lunak Excel. Untuk mengatasi masalah ini, peneliti merancang dan mengembangkan "Sistem Informasi Instalasi Kabel Serat Optik di Kabupaten Bangkalan." Tujuan dari sistem ini adalah untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan efektivitas dalam pengelolaan data, menyederhanakan proses pencatatan, dan mempercepat akses informasi kepada pihak terkait. Hasil pengelolaan data dalam sistem informasi ini mencakup empat proses utama: pengelolaan data titik instalasi, pengelolaan data lokasi, pengelolaan data pengguna, dan pengelolaan data kecepatan internet. Penerapan metode waterfall dalam perancangan sistem informasi ini memberikan solusi untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan efektivitas dalam pengelolaan data. Perancangan sistem informasi ini terdiri dari lima (5) perancangan utama yaitu: 1) Menampilkan halaman pengunjung ketika aplikasi diakses, 2) Menerima dan mengolah data berdasarkan tindakan CRUD (create, read, update, delete), 3) Melakukan verifikasi data login dan menampilkan pesan error apabila data login salah, 4) Menyediakan fitur pencarian data, dan 5) Menghasilkan laporan data instalasi.

The era of automation has brought profound changes to the educational landscape through the integration of intelligent technologies, artificial intelligence, and digital systems that increasingly shape learning processes. This transformation not only affects the interaction patterns between educators and learners but also shifts foundational educational values and introduces significant ethical challenges. In the context of Islamic education, these changes require a reformulation of relevant educational values to preserve learners’ moral and spiritual integrity. This study aims to analyze Islamic educational values in the age of automation and examine their ethical implications for strengthening character education. Through a comprehensive literature-based approach, the study finds that values such as amanah (trustworthiness), adl (justice), ihsan (excellence), mas’uliyyah (accountability), and mujahadah (perseverance) serve as essential instruments in building learners’ character so they can use technology wisely and responsibly. Furthermore, the study emphasizes that automation demands the integration of digital literacy and Islamic moral literacy to prevent dehumanization, digital plagiarism, technology dependence, and the decline of spiritual awareness. The findings indicate that character education grounded in Islamic values provides a strong ethical framework for addressing emerging moral risks in the digital era. Therefore, curriculum reconstruction, strengthening the role of educators as “digital murrabbi,” and the proportional use of technology aligned with maqāṣid al-syarī‘ah are required. This research contributes by offering a comprehensive Islamic ethical perspective as a foundational framework for the development of character education amid the rapid and inevitable acceleration of automation.

This research aims to explore the role of service excellence in enhancing consumer loyalty in culinary MSMEs, with a case study at RM Kamang Jaya in Medan City. In facing intense competition in the food industry, excellent service becomes an important strategy to maintain and expand the customer base. A qualitative approach with a case study method was employed to deeply examine customer experiences, perceptions, and service practices through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings show that the consistent application of service standards, friendly attitudes of staff, and attention to detail in service delivery greatly contribute to customer satisfaction and loyalty. Good service has been proven to encourage repeat orders, create positive experiences, and enhance word-of-mouth promotion. Despite some technical obstacles, such as order errors or menu limitations, the quick response and professional attitude of employees were able to minimize their impact. These findings confirm that service excellence not only meets the functional needs of consumers but also builds emotional attachment, which becomes the foundation of long-term loyalty. The implications of this research are significant for other MSME actors in designing superior service strategies to face increasingly complex business competition.

Improving the quality of education is a strategic issue that is the main focus in the development of educational institutions in Indonesia. In the era of globalisation and digital transformation, educational institutions are faced with the demand to produce graduates who are not only academically excellent, but also adaptive to changes and community needs. One approach that has been widely studied to address these challenges is the application of educational quality management. This study aims to systematically review various studies that discuss the concept, implementation, and results of the application of educational quality management, with the main question being how the application of quality management contributes to improving the quality of educational institutions. This study uses a literature review method by searching for scientific articles from 2019 to 2025 accessed through Google Scholar and the Publish or Perish (PoP) application. The search was conducted using the keywords ‘educational quality management’, ‘quality implementation’, and ‘improvement of educational institution quality’. From the search results of 15 articles, five main articles were obtained and analysed in depth based on their relevance to the topic and contribution to the research focus. The results of the study revealed three main themes: first, quality management is implemented as a continuous improvement strategy that emphasises planning, implementation, evaluation, and follow-up on quality; second, transformational and collaborative leadership are determining factors in the successful implementation of quality management; third, the implementation of quality management has been proven to improve student academic achievement and the effectiveness of educational institutions. This study concludes that educational quality management plays a significant role in building a culture of quality, accountability, and professionalism among educators. Further research is recommended to explore models of digital and participatory quality management implementation in the context of 21st-century education.

The Community Service Program (KKN) of the Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, State Islamic University of North Sumatra, in Aek Kota Batu Village, North Labuhanbatu Regency, was carried out as a form of community service focusing on digital-based economic empowerment. This program originated from the low level of digital literacy and the limited ability of micro-entrepreneurs to utilize technology as a means of promotion and financial transactions. The main objective of this activity is to enhance the community’s ability to use digital maps and the QRIS (Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard) payment system as a strategy to expand market reach and create transaction efficiency. The method used is the Participatory Rural Appraisal approach, with stages including observation, socialization, training, mentoring, and evaluation. The results of the activity show that the community experienced an increased understanding of digital technology and was able to apply digital mapping to ten local business units. In addition, several business actors have implemented QRIS in daily transactions, which has proven to improve convenience and security in financial dealings. From the perspective of Islamic economics, this activity represents the values of maslahah (public benefit), itqan (excellence), and tawazun (balance) in the community’s economic life. Thus, this program successfully created a socio-economic transformation based on Islamic values and can serve as a model for digital economy-based community service programs at the village level.

Adolescence represents a transitional phase characterized by complex biological, psychological, and social changes, during which insufficient understanding of reproductive health can lead to risky behaviors such as premarital sexual activity, unintended pregnancy, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The purpose of the activity titled “Reproductive Health Knowledge Socialization among Adolescents at SMAN 37 Central Maluku in 2025” was to enhance adolescents’ knowledge and awareness regarding reproductive health. This community service program employed a cross-sectional design and involved 54 students from grades X to XII, selected purposively. Data were collected through online pre-tests and post-tests using Google Forms, and the results were analyzed with Microsoft Excel to evaluate changes in participants’ knowledge levels. The findings revealed a notable increase in the average knowledge score from 76% to 89.8%, with the most significant improvements observed in aspects related to reproductive hygiene and understanding of STI risks. The activity proved effective in improving adolescents’ reproductive health literacy and strengthening their awareness of responsible reproductive behavior. Therefore, face-to-face interactive socialization serves as a strategic approach to reinforce healthy understanding and behavior among adolescents in archipelagic regions. Moreover, it can be adopted as a model for developing sustainable health education programs in schools across Eastern Indonesia.

This community service program aims to enhance the capacity of students, teachers, and educational staff at SMK Negeri 2 Prabumulih in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) technology as a medium for promoting the excellence of their study programs. The activity was conducted in the form of a two-day workshop attended by 50 participants, consisting of students, teachers, and educational personnel. The workshop materials covered an introduction to AI, the application of AI in digital promotion, and hands-on practice in creating promotional content using AI, such as chatbots, AI-based graphic design, and data analysis. The results indicate a significant improvement in participants’ skills in using AI technology to support study program promotion, which positively contributed to increasing the interest of prospective new students. This workshop provides a tangible contribution to human resource development at SMK Negeri 2 Prabumulih and serves as a replicable model for community service initiatives in other educational institutions.

This study analyzes the potential of leading sectors in five cities in Aceh Province: Sabang, Banda Aceh, Lhokseumawe, Langsa, and Subulussalam using the Location Quotient (LQ) method. This method is used to identify basic sectors that have comparative advantages and play a role as the main drivers of the regional economy. The data used are secondary data on GRDP by business field from BPS. The results of the study show that each city has different leading sectors according to the characteristics of its region: Sabang excels in the tourism and service sectors; Banda Aceh in the modern service sector such as transportation, finance, and energy; Lhokseumawe in the processing industry and trade; Langsa in the service, trade, and transportation sectors; and Subulussalam in the agricultural and MSME sectors. This study emphasizes the need for the formulation of development policies based on local potential to encourage inclusive and sustainable economic growth in Aceh Province.

This community service activity aims to improve digital literacy and managerial skills of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through two training programs: "Optimizing Marketing Content Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications" and "Digital Financial Management." The program was implemented through several stages, including problem identification, training material development, hands-on training, mentoring, and evaluation using pre-test and post-test instruments to measure program effectiveness. Fifteen MSMEs from Prapatan Village, Balikpapan City, participated in the program. The evaluation results showed that the training significantly improved participants' understanding of the use of digital marketing and technology-based financial management. Prior to the training, most participants still had limited digital literacy and had not utilized technology for promotion or financial recording. After participating in the program, 73.3% of participants assessed the material as excellent and relevant to their business needs. This program provides a tangible contribution to the development of technology-based applied science while supporting community economic empowerment through the MSME digitalization process.  

This community service activity aims to improve digital literacy and managerial skills of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through two training programs: "Optimizing Marketing Content Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications" and "Digital Financial Management." The program was implemented through several stages, including problem identification, training material development, hands-on training, mentoring, and evaluation using pre-test and post-test instruments to measure program effectiveness. Fifteen MSMEs from Prapatan Village, Balikpapan City, participated in the program. The evaluation results showed that the training significantly improved participants' understanding of the use of digital marketing and technology-based financial management. Prior to the training, most participants still had limited digital literacy and had not utilized technology for promotion or financial recording. After participating in the program, 73.3% of participants assessed the material as excellent and relevant to their business needs. This program provides a tangible contribution to the development of technology-based applied science while supporting community economic empowerment through the MSME digitalization process.  

This research is motivated by challenges in biology learning, including the lack of digital literacy assessment in schools and the use of conventional learning methods that tend to make students bored. Impractical printed teaching materials cannot be integrated into the form of videos. This research aims to develop an e-module based on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to analyze the feasibility, practicality, and effectiveness of e-modules in improving students' understanding of concepts and digital literacy on human respiratory system materials. This research uses the Development Research (R&D) method with the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) development model.  The research was carried out at SMAN 1 Malinau. The implementation stage used a non-equivalent control group  design involving 34 students in the experimental class and the control class. Data collection instruments include validation sheets for media and material experts, practicality questionnaires for teachers and students, and pretest-posttest  tests to measure concept understanding and digital literacy.  Analysis of effectiveness data using N-gain test and hypothesis test (independent sample t-test for concept understanding and Mann-Whitney for digital literacy). The results of the research based on the validation of media experts and subject matter experts show that the STEM-based e-module is declared "Excellent". The e-module is also rated "Very Practical" by biology teachers and students. The e-module was shown to be effective in improving conceptual understanding, where the average N-gain value of the experimental class (58.63; Quite Effective category) was significantly higher (p=0.017) than that of the control class (40.62).

This study investigates the implementation of the food security program and the establishment of independent economic pillars in Patempuran Village, Kalisat, Jember, by focusing on the central role of the Patempuran Sejahtera Village-Owned Enterprise (BUMDes). Using a qualitative approach with a case study design, this study explores the strategies, achievements, and challenges of program implementation in integrating two of the village's main agricultural potentials: soybean cultivation and livestock. The core finding is the formation of an Integrative Management Model in which the BUMDes acts as the primary institutional driver, synergizing the soybean and livestock sectors. The BUMDes successfully fulfills its dual function: as an economic institution (generating a net profit of approximately IDR 9 million from 1.8 hectares of soybean cultivation) and as a social institution empowering the community through job creation and additional income. This success is closely linked to the high level of active community participation, in line with Stakeholder Theory in strengthening legitimacy and a sense of shared ownership. However, implementation faces significant challenges, including irrigation constraints in hilly areas, livestock health risks, and a manual financial recording system (based on a simple Excel spreadsheet), which limits managerial capacity and full accountability. This study recommends immediate modernization of the accounting system, strategic investment in irrigation infrastructure, and strengthening intensive technical assistance to ensure long-term sustainability and equitable partner productivity.