IMEJ: Islamic Management and Education Journal

Analisisi Manajemen Pendidikan Islam dalam Membentuk Karakter Islami Peserta Didik

Hafidzi Hafidzi — 2026-01-18

This study analyzes the management of Islamic education in shaping the Islamic character of students. Islamic education is a deliberate effort to optimize students' potential spiritually and physically by internalizing Islamic values integrated into the curriculum and daily learning activities. The focus is on the role of educational management, which includes planning, organizing, implementing, supervising, and evaluating Islamic character education programs. The research employs a qualitative case study approach, collecting data through observations, interviews, and documentation, and analyzing it descriptively. The findings reveal that effective Islamic educational management can shape students' character by involving all school components and systematically integrating Islamic values into the curriculum. Islamic character education is crucial to addressing moral and social challenges in the modern era. This study also discusses the challenges and solutions in implementing Islamic character education to ensure students internalize and practice noble akhlaq values in daily life. With quality management, Islamic character education significantly contributes to forming a morally upright and strong-charactered generation.

Kepemimpinan Transformasional Rektor dalam Meningkatkan Mutu Tata Kelola Perguruan Tinggi Islam di Era Digital

Mohammad Nasih — 2026-01-18

This study examines the role of transformational leadership by university rectors in enhancing the quality of governance in Islamic Higher Education Institutions (IHEIs) in Madura in the digital era. Rapid digital transformation demands IHEIs to adapt by strengthening digitalization in learning, academic services, and technology-based management systems. This research employs a qualitative case study approach to explore the strategies, challenges, and impacts of transformational leadership by rectors on governance improvement. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation from various IHEIs in Madura. Findings reveal that transformational leadership, emphasizing exemplary behavior, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration, effectively fosters an adaptive, innovative, and quality-oriented work culture. Intensive digital implementation through academic information systems and learning management systems (LMS) has been successful, supported by training and competence enhancement for lecturers and staff. The transformation of IAIN Madura to UIN Madura and accreditation improvements demonstrate the success of leadership in advancing institutional capacity and quality. Nevertheless, challenges such as limited digital infrastructure, cultural resistance to technology, and funding constraints require collaborative cross-sector strategies. This study provides theoretical and practical contributions to the development of digital leadership in Islamic higher education to produce competent and characterful graduates in the digital era.

Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Kepala Sekolah dan Lingkungan terhadap Pengembangan Budaya Belajar di Madrasah Diniyah

Ach Hafsin — 2026-01-18

This study aims to analyze the influence of school principal leadership and environment on the development of learning culture at Madrasah Diniyah Nurul Muslimin Dlambah Dajah Tanah Merah. Improving the quality of Islamic education requires special attention to the aspects of school principal leadership and environmental influence. School principal leadership is considered the main key in developing the quality of education and learning ethos. In addition, a supportive environment, including family, community, and madrasah facilities, also contributes to the paradigm of an effective education system. The research method used is explanatory quantitative with simple linear regression analysis. The results showed that madrasah principal leadership had a significant influence on the learning culture of santri, with a correlation coefficient (r) of 0.698 (strong category) and a coefficient of determination (R2) of 48.7%. A visionary and participatory leadership style was proven to be able to increase enthusiasm and discipline in learning. In addition, the student environment also showed a significant influence on learning culture, with a correlation value (r) of 0.643 (strong category) and R2 of 41.3%. A conducive environment is an important foundation in shaping sustainable learning habits. The conclusion of this study confirms that both the leadership of the madrasah principal and the environment have a strategic and significant contribution in shaping a positive learning culture in madrasahs.

Strategi Guru Lulusan Pesantren Salaf dalam Menerapkan Nilai-Nilai Islam di Lembaga Pendidikan Umum

Moh Mohlas — 2026-01-18

This study aims to analyze the strategies of teachers who graduated from Salafi Islamic boarding schools in applying Islamic values in public educational institutions. The main focus of this study is how teachers with an Islamic boarding school background are able to instill Islamic values in an educational environment that is not entirely based on religion. The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach. Data was obtained through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation of teachers who graduated from Islamic boarding schools and teach in public schools. The results of the study show that the strategies used include the integration of Islamic values in learning, exemplary behavior, the habit of Islamic morals, and a personal approach to students. Teachers who graduated from Islamic boarding schools play an important role as moral and spiritual agents in a heterogeneous school environment. The implications of this study indicate that the religious competence and character of Islamic boarding school teachers can strengthen character education in public institutions and serve as a model for the application of religious moderation in educational practice. This study recommends collaborative training between public institutions and Islamic boarding schools to enrich inclusive and contextual Islamic value-based education strategies.

Total Quality Management dan Mutu Lulusan: Studi Korelasional di SMP Mafatihul Huda Lombang Laok Blega Bangkalan

Muhammad Makki — 2026-01-18

This study aims to analyze the relationship between the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) and the quality of graduates at Mafatihul Huda Lombang Laok Blega Bangkalan Junior High School. The method used is mixed methods with a qualitative and quantitative approach. The qualitative approach was conducted through interviews with educators, while the quantitative approach used a Likert scale questionnaire analyzed with Product Moment (Pearson) correlation. The results showed that TQM implementation at Mafatihul Huda Junior High School was carried out through systematic planning, implementation, and evaluation involving all school components. The correlation analysis results showed a value of r = 0.816 with a significance of 0.000 (<0.05), which means that there is a positive and significant relationship between TQM and graduate quality. Thus, the better the implementation of TQM, the higher the quality of graduates produced, both in terms of academics, character, and skills.

Potensial Manajerial Kepala Sekolah dalam Meningkatkan Profesionalisme Guru

Ahmad Rozi — 2026-01-18

This research examines the managerial competence of the school principal in enhancing teacher professionalism at SMP Al Asy’ari Geger. Using a qualitative descriptive case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation. The analysis follows the interactive model of Miles and Huberman, involving data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Findings reveal that the principal’s managerial role is categorized into three stages: planning, development, and evaluation. Planning is conducted through comprehensive needs assessments and collaborative meetings aligned with the school’s vision and mission. Development strategies include facilitating teacher certification, supporting advanced academic studies, revitalizing Subject Teacher Forums (MGMP), and improving teacher welfare through incentives and upgraded facilities. Finally, evaluation is executed through educational supervision—using both directive and non-directive approaches—and formal performance appraisals (DP3) to monitor lesson plans and student outcomes. The results indicate that the principal’s competence in managing human resources significantly contributes to fostering a professional work culture. This study concludes that high levels of principal professionalism directly correlate with improved teacher quality, which is essential for achieving institutional excellence and superior student performance in the modern educational era.

Ijtihad Ulama Nusantara dalam Menyikapi Masalah Fikih Modern: Studi Kasus Fatwa Ulama Madura

Irdlon Sahil — 2025-07-29

This study aims to analyze the dynamics and transformation of the ijtihad methodology of Madurese scholars in responding to various modern jurisprudence (fiqh) issues. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this research examines the fatwa determination process, both individually and collectively, within the Madurese pesantren environment. The results indicate a paradigm shift from ijtihad qauli (textual) toward ijtihad manhaji (methodological) and ijtihad jamai (collective), which are more adaptive and multidisciplinary. Data reveals that between 2020 and 2025, ijtihad manhaji dominated with 46% of the total fatwas produced. Factors influencing this process include the dominance of the Shafi'i school, integration of general sciences, local wisdom, and the strong authority of senior kyai figures and pesantren institutions. Madurese scholars have proven capable of blending classical fiqh traditions with modern demands, as seen in fatwas regarding COVID-19 vaccination, digital zakat, and sharia fintech. This study concludes that the transformation of ijtihad in Madura serves as a progressive and inclusive model for Islamic law development without losing its traditional religious identity.