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Mariah Mariah; Yuswari Nur; Didiek Handayani Gusti; Muhammad Idris; Musdalifah Musdalifah +2 more

Jurnal Pelayanan dan Pengabdian Masyarakat Indonesia (JPPMI) 2026 Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Administrasi Yappi Makassar

This community service activity aimed to enhance the economic competitiveness of rural communities through inventive entrepreneurship methods. The program was implemented in Batu Putih Village, Mallawa District, Maros Regency, involving 25 participants consisting of MSME actors, housewives, and youth organization members. It was designed as a community empowerment program based on local potential and integrated with digital technology. A participatory approach was applied by involving participants in identifying local resources, exploring business opportunities, developing business ideas, and implementing marketing strategies. The activity stages included mapping local economic potentials, providing entrepreneurship training focused on creativity and innovation, assisting business digitalization through social media and online marketplaces, and evaluating participants’ capacity improvement. Participants were also introduced to basic business management, product packaging, and digital marketing strategies to strengthen product competitiveness. The results showed a significant increase in participants’ entrepreneurial understanding and skills, as reflected in the improvement of test scores from 48% in the pre-test to 87% in the post-test. In addition, 70% of participants successfully developed new products based on local potential, while 60% were able to market their products online. Three new businesses were also established by utilizing local resources sustainably. Overall, inventive entrepreneurship methods proved effective in increasing creativity, productivity, and economic independence among rural communities.

Irba Muhlas Sambodo; Singgih Tiwut Atmojo; Aditya Nugraha; Trisna Al Hadji AT; Wahyu Setiyadi

Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Transformasi Kesejahteraan 2026 Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

This community service activity aimed to strengthen business planning capacity among Tenaga Kerja Mandiri Lanjutan (TKML) in Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan, where participants commonly face limitations in structured business planning that affect business sustainability. The activity applied a participatory mentoring approach through training, field visits, group discussions, and direct assistance tailored to the characteristics of each business. The program involved nine TKML groups designated by the Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia. The results indicate that participants gained a clearer understanding of key business components, value creation processes, and internal strengths and weaknesses. The use of the Business Model Canvas supported participants in organizing business ideas, enhancing strategic thinking, and developing more structured and sustainable business plans. In addition, this activity reinforced the role of higher education institutions in supporting government initiatives on employment expansion through community service. Overall, the findings demonstrate that mentoring-based business planning is effective in improving TKML capacity and has the potential to be replicated in other regions to support independent workforce empowerment and job creation.

Rian Dani

Jurnal Pengabdian Sosial 2026 Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

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.

Sitti Atiyatul Mahfudoh; Eny Latifah; Mi’ah Mi’ah; Riskiyah Riskiyah; Inayatus Syarifah +1 more

Karya Nyata : Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat 2026 Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

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.

Ratna Puspita Dewi; Peri Puarag

International Journal of Communication, Tourism, and Social Economic Trends 2026 Asosiasi Penelitian dan Pengajar Ilmu Sosial Indonesia

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.

Terra Saptina Maulani

Jurnal Inovasi Sosial dan Pengabdian 2026 Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

In facing the ever-evolving challenges of the times, creative and innovative thinking has become one of the essential competencies that must be possessed by the younger generation, particularly high school students. Creativity is not only useful in academic contexts but is also highly relevant to the development of entrepreneurial spirit. The earlier students are introduced to the process of generating business ideas, the greater their opportunities to develop their potential and create employment in the future. However, not all students have adequate access to or understanding of how to generate original and applicable business ideas. Therefore, a systematic and easy-to-apply approach is needed to assist them in the process of discovering new business ideas. One creative method that can be utilized is the SCAMPER approach (Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to Another Use, Eliminate, and Rearrange). This approach is a creative thinking technique aimed at modifying or developing existing products, services, or ideas into something new and valuable. Through this community service activity, the implementation team seeks to provide training and mentoring for high school students in exploring potential business ideas using the SCAMPER approach. It is expected that students will understand the creative thinking process in the context of entrepreneurship and be able to generate business ideas that are aligned with their surrounding environment and market needs.

Dwi Nur Apriliani; Evina Mutiara Pratiwi; Nur Rahmawati; Suci Lailatul Ramadhani; Nur Asih Triatmaja

Jurnal Pengabdian Sosial dan Kemanusiaan 2026 Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

This community service activity was conducted at SMK Ganesha Tama Boyolali with the main objective of disseminating knowledge and practical tips on entrepreneurship and starting a business among vocational high school students. The activity aimed to provide students with an understanding of basic entrepreneurial concepts, initial steps in establishing a small business, and key factors that influence entrepreneurial success. This program was based on the importance of preparing vocational students not only to become skilled workers but also to develop the readiness to act as independent entrepreneurs. Several problems were identified prior to the activity, including students’ limited knowledge about how to start a business, fear of taking entrepreneurial risks, and low motivation to pursue entrepreneurship at an early stage. The method used in this program was mentoring through a socialization approach, supported by interactive discussions and question-and-answer sessions. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ understanding of entrepreneurship concepts and their ability to develop feasible business ideas. Most students successfully created simple business plans aligned with community needs, such as technical services, design and drawing services, planning consultancy, and mock-up services. In addition, the activity positively influenced students’ attitudes and mindset by increasing their self-confidence in presenting business ideas before their peers. Overall, this outreach program effectively fostered entrepreneurial spirit, motivation, and readiness among students at SMK Ganesha Tama Boyolali to pursue independent business opportunities after graduation.

Al Annur Pramdipta Ramaddan; Amrita Gita Saraswati Devi; Amilia Windy Trihapsari; Dayinta Ahna Diwasasri; Aulia Inggar Nabila +1 more

Maslahah : Jurnal Manajemen dan Ekonomi Syariah 2026 STAI YPIQ BAUBAU, SULAWESI TENGGARA

Using a systematic literature review approach to various previously published studies, this research investigates the influence of consumer nationalism on the intention to purchase domestic products. The purpose of this study is to find patterns of results, influencing components, and the impact of consumer nationalism on their behavior when purchasing local products. Data were collected from articles in relevant national and international journals, particularly those discussing ideas about consumer nationalism, consumer ethnocentrism, and factors determining purchase intention. The findings of the study indicate that consumer nationalism has a positive and significant effect on consumers' intention to purchase domestic goods. A number of variables, including product quality perceptions, price sensitivity, cosmopolitanism levels, and consumer demographics, especially Generation Z, who tend to be involved in the digital world, influence this effect. In addition, this study found that customer awareness, attitudes, and preferences towards local products are influenced by social media and digital campaigns such as the Bangga Buatan Indonesia (Proudly Made in Indonesia) program. The results of this study provide strategic benefits for businesses when they develop marketing plans based on the value of nationalism. These results can also be used as a reference for public policies aimed at increasing consumption and competitiveness of domestic products through the implementation of such policies.

Hotmarulitua Manalu; Sudarmiatin Sudarmiatin; Agus Hermawan

International Journal of Management Science and Business 2025 International Forum of Researchers and Lecturers

This study investigates the influence of financial literacy, entrepreneurship training, and financial inclusion on the performance of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) through business sustainability. Using a systematic literature review (SLR) examines the impact of financial literacy, entrepreneurship training, and financial inclusion on MSME performance through business sustainability mediation by synthesizing empirical data from 12 research (2020–2025) across Scopus and Web of Science. Positive direct effects on sustainability (financial literacy via budgeting/risk management; training via adaptive resilience; inclusiveness via digital access) and performance metrics like profitability/growth are confirmed by results using the PRISMA 2020 flow.  Amid obstacles like financial access restrictions and COVID-19 disruptions, business sustainability appears as a crucial mediator, linking these factors to improved MSME results in developing contexts (Africa, Indonesia). Practical implications compel policymakers to give integrated literacy programs, contextual training, and inclusive finance top priority. Theoretical contributions combine financial literacy, entrepreneurial learning, and sustainability ideas into a holistic mediation model. The results highlight the importance of integrating financial education, entrepreneurial skill development, and inclusive financial systems to strengthen MSME resilience and competitiveness. This study provides practical implications for policymakers, financial institutions, and support organisations in designing effective interventions that foster sustainable business growth. The research also contributes theoretically by confirming the mediating role of business sustainability in the relationship between financial literacy, entrepreneurship training, financial inclusion, and MSME performance. Future studies may expand these insights by examining additional contextual factors such as digital technology adoption and business networking that further support sustainable MSME development.

Rika Purnama Sari

Prosiding Seminar Nasional Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis 2025 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis Indonesia

This research aims to analyze bibliometric data using the supporting application Publish or Perish and mapping tools in VOSviewer with data in RIS format. The method used is descriptive quantitative to examine how Project-Based Learning can enhance creativity skills in entrepreneurship. From the search results, 200 journals were found from the years 2015-2024, which were then grouped into three categories based on their publication year. After categorizing the journal data, the most published articles were in 2022, indicating an opportunity for further research on the theme of entrepreneurial creativity. Entrepreneurial creativity can be possessed by students and can be developed through education. Entrepreneurship education is crucial to fostering creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and provides information to those who wish to establish small-scale businesses. Entrepreneurship education can turn an individual into an entrepreneur and positively influence entrepreneurial attitudes and innovation. Entrepreneurship education not only imparts practical knowledge on how to start and manage a business but also plays a vital role in developing an entrepreneurial mindset, attitude, and skills such as perseverance, resilience to failure, and the desire to learn and grow. Project-based learning models can be used to enhance entrepreneurial motivation, as students not only understand the ideas but can also explain the importance of the knowledge and skills acquired.

Fadia Zulfa Kanaya; Qonita Maharani; Roymon Panjaitan; Nanda Adhi Purusa; Mahmud Mahmud

Proceeding of the International Conference on Management, Entrepreneurship, and Business 2025 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis Indonesia

This study explores how nascent entrepreneurs in Indonesia can improve their business innovation performance by utilizing volunteerism and digital competencies, particularly in the context of financial and technological limitations. These challenges significantly hinder their capacity for effective innovation, especially in resource-limited settings where access to tools and expertise is often scarce. A quantitative approach was employed, using data from 156 nascent entrepreneurs, which was analyzed through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results indicate that the voluntary exchange of ideas and competences, framed through the Service-Dominant Logic (S-DL) perspective, plays a critical role in overcoming resource constraints and enhancing innovation outcomes. By facilitating collaboration and knowledge-sharing via volunteerism, nascent entrepreneurs can strengthen their digital and managerial capabilities, which are essential for driving innovation. The study highlights the importance of creating ecosystems that support stakeholder-driven volunteer initiatives, which help develop strategic digital competencies among emerging entrepreneurs, thereby fostering greater innovation capacity and ensuring long-term business sustainability.

Safa Aulia Salsabila; Agistya Maharani; Ayunda Lucy Purnama Shari

Proceeding of the International Conference on Management, Entrepreneurship, and Business 2025 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis Indonesia

Rapid developments in the era of digital transformation, which refer to the emergence of business and technology innovations based on artificial intelligence, big data, and the Internet of Things (IoT), have great potential for strategic sustainability for businesses in the digital age. Efforts to transform digital business models as a global competitive advantage and provide outputs that can be oriented towards future predictions. Digital business models refer to strategic designs for creating platform networks that are implemented through relationships with consumers and cross-sector collaboration. Challenges and opportunities for development between transformation and innovation are necessary in order to create and capture competitive value and provide added value in the digital economy era. The use of bibliometric analysis in research provides direction in understanding the perspectives and issues that require further research, opens up space for exploring publication trends, and identifies the mapping of key concepts that form the basis of main ideas, thereby providing a more structured understanding and developing new research opportunities, especially in the field of digital business models. Bibliometric analysis aims to gain an in-depth understanding of research using the R studio application as a tool for processing data trends over time and VOSviewer as a knowledge map visualization tool. The research was conducted to provide an understanding of current and future developments in a dynamic environment.

Iwan Henri Kusnadi; Tita Kartika Dewi; Varian Yudhiansyah; Yogi Sugiarto Maulana

Nusantara: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat 2025 Pusat Riset dan Inovasi Nasional

Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) have great potential as centers for community-based economic empowerment, but the entrepreneurial mindset of students is often not optimally developed. This community service program aims to improve the entrepreneurial mindset of students at Al-Inayah Islamic Boarding School through experience-based training and intensive mentoring. The methods used include a participatory approach, interactive training, practical training on organic fertilizer production, strengthening Islamic entrepreneurial values, and mentoring in developing business ideas. This activity was attended by 30 students and evaluated using pre- and post-training instruments. The results showed a 36% increase in entrepreneurial mindset scores, accompanied by significant developments in creativity, risk-taking, and the ability to recognize market opportunities. The program also produced three initial business groups: organic fertilizer processing, agricultural product marketing, and agricultural equipment rental services, which serve as initial steps towards the economic independence of the Islamic boarding school. These findings confirm that experience-based training and ongoing mentoring are effective in shaping the entrepreneurial mindset of students and encouraging the optimization of the Islamic boarding school's productive assets as an effort to strengthen the economy based on Islamic values ​​and sustainability.

Sutono Sutono; Achmad Khusnan Arif

ARDHI : Jurnal Pengabdian Dalam Negri 2025 Asosiasi Riset Pendidikan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

Karang Taruna is a youth organization that plays a strategic role in developing the social and economic capacity of rural communities. However, local potential is often underutilized due to limited entrepreneurial knowledge, managerial skills, and access to mentoring. This community service program aimed to assist the Karang Taruna of Kedungturi Village, Taman Subdistrict, Sidoarjo, in fostering an entrepreneurial spirit based on the village’s local resources. The implementation method applied a participatory approach that directly involved youth through several stages: village potential mapping, entrepreneurship training, business mentoring, and facilitation of digital marketing access. The mentoring process provided not only theoretical knowledge but also practical experience in developing business ideas that correspond to local resource characteristics.The results of the program indicated an increased understanding among Karang Taruna members regarding entrepreneurship concepts, business management strategies, and the use of digital technology. Furthermore, the program successfully initiated three new business ventures based on local potential, namely traditional culinary products, waste-based handicrafts, and digital services. The establishment of a youth entrepreneurship team under Karang Taruna further strengthened collective commitment to developing the village’s creative economy. The impacts were not limited to improved skills but also included the growing awareness of the importance of local resource–based economic independence.In conclusion, this program demonstrates that participatory mentoring through Karang Taruna can serve as an effective strategy to strengthen the entrepreneurial spirit of rural youth while promoting local economic independence and sustainability.

Syarifuddin N. Kapita; Amal Khairan; Alfanugrah A. Hi. Usman

Jurnal Pelaksanaan Pengabdian Bergerak bersama Masyarakat 2025 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Kesehatan Indonesia

Limited knowledge and utilization of digital technology in the fisheries and plantation sectors remains a major obstacle for the people of Samo Village, South Halmahera Regency, the majority of whom work as fishermen and farmers. This results in low productivity, limited access to information, and less than optimal development of micro-enterprises based on local potential. This community service activity aims to introduce and train the use of Fishbrain, Plantix, and ChatGPT applications relevant to local community needs. The activity implementation method includes three main stages: the preparation phase, which involves coordination with village officials and the development of training materials; the implementation phase, which involves socialization and hands-on training; and the evaluation phase, which involves discussions, reflections, and Q&A sessions with participants. The results of the activity demonstrated a significant increase in participants' understanding and skills in utilizing digital technology. The Fishbrain application has been proven to assist fishermen in determining more potential fishing locations based on global community data, while Plantix is ​​useful in detecting plant diseases, providing treatment recommendations, and increasing crop yields. Meanwhile, ChatGPT is used by the community as a virtual assistant to support information searches, innovation ideas, product marketing strategies, and digital-based small business planning. The participants' enthusiasm was evident in their active involvement throughout the training, their eagerness to try the applications independently, and their ability to repeat the three applications' core functions. In conclusion, this training activity not only broadened the community's digital knowledge and skills but also encouraged a shift in mindset toward utilizing technology as a means to improve well-being. With the knowledge gained, the Samo Village community is expected to be more adaptive to technological developments, enabling the sustainable development of the fisheries, plantations, and local micro-enterprises sectors.

Rendi Wahyu Saputra; Sitti Retno Faridatussalam

Maeswara : Jurnal Riset Ilmu Manajemen dan Kewirausahaan 2025 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis Indonesia

The Independent Entrepreneurship Program is one of the strategic efforts of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology in fostering the entrepreneurial spirit of students through direct experiential learning. This program is present as a forum for students to not only understand entrepreneurship theory, but also to practice in real life the process of building and managing a business. In its implementation, the program involves active collaboration between universities, industry mentors, and field supervisors who play a role in providing direction, guidance, and evaluation of student business development. Through Independent Entrepreneurship, students are given the opportunity to design creative business ideas, run a business on a real scale, and solve various entrepreneurial challenges they face. This activity not only trains managerial, communication, and innovation skills, but also improves critical thinking and problem-solving skills. In addition, students gain valuable experience in terms of teamwork, financial management, marketing strategies, building business networks, and the use of digital technology to support business sustainability. The results of the program implementation show positive impacts, including increased confidence, independence, and students' understanding of the real business world. Furthermore, this program encourages the creation of an entrepreneurial ecosystem in a sustainable campus environment and is able to be the forerunner of the birth of a young generation of Indonesian entrepreneurs who are resilient, innovative, creative, adaptive to changing times, and have high competitiveness. Thus, Independent Entrepreneurship not only plays a role as a skill development program, but also becomes one of the important foundations in preparing students to face the world of work and becoming independent business actors who are professional, visionary, sustainability-oriented, and make a real contribution to the nation's economic development.

Theresia Widiastuti; Apika Nurani Sulistyati; Setyawan; Darwoto

Adi Widya: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat 2025 Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat

Making batik designs requires the ability to visualize ideas for motifs or decorations. This process relies on the ability to move the visual processing process which was originally still an idea into something real, which can be seen in the form of an image. The ability to visualize is important because from this process motifs, patterns and decorations can be created. This work is quite complicated, requires precision, patience and takes time. When there are many orders, the work of drawing motifs must be faster. One solution to speed up making drawings is to use computer graphics to help create innovative written batik designs in a shorter time than if done manually. Through community service activities, the application of computer graphics technology for batik design innovation at the Pandansari Plupuh Sragen Batik Business uses training methods delivered offline and online. This is because both trainers and participants take time out of their busy work schedules. The participants are employees in the design department who are able to use computers. Through one face-to-face meeting for explanation and four online meetings for practice which aims to improve participants' skills in making various kinds of motifs. The result is a new design that can be completed relatively quickly compared to if it was done manually.

Fadli Faturrahman

Journal of New Trends in Sciences 2025 CV. Aksara Global Akademia

Innovation in entrepreneurship is not only limited to the creation of new products or services, but also includes the development of more efficient business models, more effective marketing strategies, and new ways of managing resources. The film "Gampang Cuan" offers a compelling depiction of the dynamics of entrepreneurship and innovation amidst family economic pressures. A thorough analysis of the film can provide valuable insights into how the characters in the film face financial challenges through the implementation of innovative entrepreneurial strategies. The film depicts how urgent needs can spark creativity and drive individuals to seek solutions outside conventional paths, resulting in small innovations that have a significant impact on their financial condition. This study aims to identify and analyze the various forms of entrepreneurial innovation that appear in the film, and how these innovations contribute to solving the financial problems faced by the characters. By analyzing elements such as opportunity identification, creative idea development, solution implementation, and adaptation to market changes, this study seeks to gain a deeper understanding of the entrepreneurial innovation process in a stressful context

Fitria Wahyu Nugraheni; Marius Pramana

International Journal of Educational Development 2025 Asosiasi Periset Bahasa Sastra Indonesia

This study explores the effectiveness of role play as a teaching method to enhance students' speaking skills in professional secretarial contexts, specifically in business telephone conversations, presentations, and negotiations. The research was conducted within the Diploma III Secretarial Program over one academic semester. Employing a qualitative methodology, the study involved classroom observations and student reflections gathered through feedback sessions. The objective was to assess how role play could contribute to the development of fluency, confidence, and contextual language use in English for specific professional purposes. The findings revealed that role play significantly improved students' speaking performance. Students showed greater confidence in expressing ideas, improved fluency, and a better understanding of appropriate vocabulary and expressions suited to professional environments. Furthermore, students expressed that the interactive and practical nature of role play made learning more enjoyable and less intimidating, allowing them to immerse themselves in real-life communication scenarios. These positive experiences encouraged active participation and increased motivation to learn English for professional use. The study also highlighted the value of reflective learning, as students were able to identify their own progress and areas for improvement. Through continuous engagement in simulated professional tasks, learners developed better adaptability in communication and exhibited more natural conversational flow during tasks that mirrored real workplace situations. In conclusion, the role play method proves to be a highly effective pedagogical tool for enhancing speaking skills in secretarial English. It not only helps build linguistic competence but also cultivates soft skills necessary for professional communication. Therefore, it is recommended that educators incorporate role play regularly in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) curricula to maximize its benefits in developing productive speaking abilities among students.

Dwi Wahyuni; Cahyo Tri Atmojo; Fahimul Amri

International Journal of Management 2025 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis Indonesia

The role of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is very significant for the growth of Indonesia’s economy, accounting for 99% of all business units. The development of MSMEs in Blitar Regency has experienced significant growth in terms of both the number of entrepreneurs and revenue. The objectives of this research are (1) to identify and analyze the potential of the creative economy in the development of MSMEs in Blitar Regency, (2) to formulate appropriate strategies to enhance the competitiveness and growth of MSMEs in the creative economy sector in Blitar Regency. The approach used in this research is a phenomenological qualitative approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation and structured interviews conducted with key informants of this study, such as MSMEs actors, local government officials from the Department of Industry and Trade, and the Cooperative Office. The data analysis technique was conducted using data triangulation with the following steps: data collection, data analysis, conclusion, and data validation. The research results show that the creative economy model used by the local government in developing MSMEs in Blitar Regency includes the utilization of ideas and creativity, strengthening MSMEs through digitalization, business mentoring, development of superior products, and connection with the people's economy. The challenges in the development of MSMEs include increasingly tight market competition both online and offline; limited access to capital; limited access to digital technology; lack of understanding of business management; limited product innovation; ineffective marketing; and business legality. The strategies implemented include enhancing digital marketing, improving product and service quality, strengthening business capital, increasing capacity and skills, utilizing technology, promoting and marketing products, and strengthening institutions and governance.