The maritime industry operates in a complex, rapidly evolving global environment where decision-making accuracy is critical for operational efficiency, sustainability, and risk mitigation. Traditionally, maritime leadership has relied heavily on experience-based decision-making, often leading to cognitive biases and strategic inefficiencies. This study examines the role of scientific paradigms in managerial decision-making, emphasizing how structured epistemological reasoning enhances strategic accuracy and reduces decision-making errors. This research provides original value by addressing the limited integration of structured decision-making models in maritime leadership, which has been largely overlooked in previous studies. While scientific reasoning has transformed decision-making in industries such as finance and healthcare, its application in maritime management remains underdeveloped. The study explores the following research questions: To what extent do scientific paradigms influence managerial decision-making in maritime leadership? How can structured reasoning reduce bias and improve decision accuracy? Using a qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with maritime experts, lecturers, and postgraduate students, followed by thematic analysis and comparative evaluation. Results indicate that structured decision frameworks significantly improve managerial effectiveness, yet barriers such as industry conservatism and limited competency development hinder widespread adoption. The study concludes that integrating scientific reasoning into maritime leadership training programs can enhance decision accuracy, promote evidence-based management, and ensure sustainable strategic planning.

This research aims to examine the relationship between ethical values ??in educational philosophy and students' social involvement in higher education. Through a literature review and qualitative data analysis, this research reveals that ethical values ??such as justice, responsibility and empathy embedded in educational philosophy have a significant influence on students' motivation and actions in participating in social activities. Students who have a strong understanding of ethical values ??tend to be more proactive in making positive contributions to society

This study aims to analyze the influence of e-money usage and financial literacy on the consumption behavior of accounting students in Batam City. E-money as a digital payment method has become increasingly popular among the younger generation, while financial literacy plays an important role in effective personal financial management. The study uses primary data collected from questionnaires distributed to 97 accounting students in several universities in Batam, as well as secondary data from interviews with 10 accounting students regarding e-money and financial literacy. The results show a positive correlation between high financial literacy and wise financial management, which in turn influences students' consumption behavior. Additionally, the use of e-money plays a significant role in facilitating transactions and changing consumption patterns. Simultaneously, all three variables have a significant impact with a coefficient of determination (R²) of 38.5%. The findings are expected to provide insights for relevant stakeholders in designing more effective financial education programs and promoting the use of e-money among students.

Porter’s Five Forces, which include Supplier Bargaining Power, Threat of New Entrants, Intensity of Competitive Rivalry, and Buyer Bargaining Power, are crucial factors that companies must consider, as they can have a significant and negative impact on business operations. This approach enables companies to understand and map their strategic position within the industry. By analyzing these forces, MSMEs can identify external factors that either hinder or support their competitiveness. This study employs a quantitative descriptive research method using a survey in the form of a questionnaire. The population in this research consists of 183 individuals, including business owners and employees working at Banana Chips MSMEs in Bandar Lampung. The findings, which examine the influence of Porter’s Five Forces strategy on competitive advantage, indicate that implementing this strategy significantly enhances the competitiveness of Banana Chips MSMEs in Bandar Lampung. Porter’s Five Forces strategy, encompassing industry competition analysis, the threat of new entrants, supplier bargaining power, buyer bargaining power, and the threat of substitute products or services, serves as an essential tool for understanding a company’s position in a competitive market. By applying this strategy, Banana Chips MSMEs in Bandar Lampung can identify market opportunities and challenges, enabling them to develop effective strategic measures to maintain their competitive advantage over rivals. Therefore, Porter’s Five Forces strategy has proven to be highly relevant in fostering competitive advantage within the MSME sector.

Generation Z grew in the midst of rapid technological developments, including the use of Characters. Al, an artificial intelligence-based platform that allows interaction with virtual characters. This article explores the role of Character. Al supports self-expression, trains social skills, and overcomes loneliness in Generation Z. Findings show that this technology can provide significant benefits, especially in aspects of mental health and communication. However, challenges such as potential dependencies and data privacy issues are also a concern. By understanding the role and impact of Character. Al, Generation Z can use this technology wisely to support their social lives.

This study explores the role of mathematics in economics, focusing on the application of set theory and market equilibrium models. (1) Set theory provides a framework for organizing economic data and analyzing relationships between variables, such as market segmentation and consumer behavior. Meanwhile, market equilibrium is determined by solving demand (Qd = a?bPQ_d = a - bPQd?=a?bP) and supply (Qs = c+dPQ_s = c + dPQs? = c+dP) functions, where their intersection defines the balance between supply and demand. (2) The research demonstrates how mathematical tools enhance the understanding of economic dynamics, offering precision in modeling and decision-making. The study underscores the significance of mathematics in optimizing economic analysis and contributing to effective policy formulation. This integration of theoretical mathematics and practical economics highlights its essential role in addressing real-world economic challenges.

Labour law reform in Indonesia is a strategic step to create welfare for workers in the face of the challenges of globalization and an ever-evolving labour market. With the fast-paced changes in the work environment, along with globalization and technological advancements, it is important to make regulatory adjustments that can effectively protect workers' rights while also considering the needs of employers. This research takes a closer look at the importance of labor law reform in Indonesia, particularly focusing on improving workers' welfare. We use normative legal research methods with statutory and conceptual approaches.  The data we collected included relevant laws regarding labor, legal literature, and official documents.  The results show that several aspects of labor law in Indonesia still need to be reformed, including the wage system, social security, protection of contract and outsourced workers, and industrial relations dispute resolution mechanisms. We hope that these reforms will pave the way for a more equitable, responsive and adaptable labor law system that can truly improve workers' welfare in a sustainable manner

This research aims to design a new warehouse layout at Alfamart with a dedicated storage method to increase material storage capacity. The instrument cluster assembly process at Alfamart is very dependent on the smooth supply of materials. The increase in production capacity from 2,500 units/day to 3,000 units/day in 2021 causes a larger need for storage space. The main problem identified is the limitation of the material placement area in the old warehouse. In this study, an analysis was carried out on the types of goods placement policies and optimal facility layout. The research method used is a combination of literature study and data collection from the research site. The results of the analysis show that the new layout design can increase the storage capacity up to 30%, from 240 pallets to 312 pallets. The new layout not only improves the placement of goods, but also increases operational efficiency through wider lanes, clear zoning systems, and better lighting. Thus, this research makes a significant contribution to warehouse management at Alfamart, ensuring that all materials can be stored and accessed in accordance with the established standards.

Islamic education in the era of globalization faces the challenge of remaining relevant to the times without losing its Islamic identity. Al-Irsyad Satya Islamic School, as one of the leading educational institutions, implements the Cambridge curriculum integrated with Islamic values to provide quality education that is internationally oriented. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Cambridge curriculum at the preschool level at Al-Irsyad Satya, focusing on the implementation strategy, the challenges faced, and the impact on learning development.This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with teachers and principals, as well as direct observation of the learning process in preschool classes. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction techniques, data presentation, and conclusion drawing based on qualitative analysis steps. The results showed that the implementation of the Cambridge curriculum at Al-Irsyad Satya is done through the integration of Cambridge-based academic materials with Islamic values, such as noble morals and Islamic manners, which are taught in every learning activity. Challenges faced include adjusting the international curriculum to local needs and training teachers to ensure a deep understanding of both aspects. Nevertheless, the impact is very positive, especially in developing students' academic abilities, Islamic character and social skills as a whole. This study concludes that the integrative approach implemented by Al-Irsyad Satya Islamic School can serve as a model for other Islamic education institutions in adopting the international curriculum without losing Islamic values.