At-Tahsin : Jurnal Manajemen Pendidikan

Total Quality Management and Pedagogical Thought in Islamic Higher Education: A Conceptual Analysis

2026-02-27T10:24:44+00:00

This study aims to analyse and synthesize the application of Total Quality Management (TQM) in Islamic higher education based on the thoughts of Rusdi Ahmad Thu'aimah. TQM has been widely adopted as a management approach to ensure continuous quality improvement in higher education, focusing on stakeholder satisfaction and academic service enhancement. However, the implementation of TQM often emphasizes administrative and procedural aspects, neglecting the improvement of the classroom learning process, which is central to determining graduate competencies. A qualitative approach using literature study methods was employed to explore this issue and examine Thu'aimah's ideas. The study finds that Thu'aimah’s concepts, such as clarity of learning objectives, a communicative approach, competency grading, and continuous evaluation, align with TQM principles, suggesting a potential synergy between the two. The integration of TQM with a pedagogical foundation could strengthen the quality assurance system in Islamic universities, improving both administrative and learning outcomes. The research also highlights that more focus should be placed on enhancing classroom learning processes alongside accreditation standards. Moreover, TQM’s emphasis on stakeholder satisfaction can drive institutional improvements and better graduate competencies. In conclusion, the study recommends further research into practical frameworks that integrate TQM with teaching and learning strategies to holistically improve academic quality in Islamic higher education.

Establishing an Organizational Culture Rooted in Islamic Values in Madrasah: A Pathway to Educational Excellence

2026-03-02T02:35:27+00:00

This study aims to analyse the organizational culture based on Islamic values and identify the challenges and strategies for its development. The problem addressed is the need to strengthen and optimize the implementation of Islamic-based organizational culture in madrasahs to improve the performance of educators and create a harmonious work environment. This research utilizes a qualitative descriptive method by case-study design through interviews, observations, and document analysis to provide a comprehensive picture of the institution’s values, work practices, communication patterns, and policies. The locus of this research is at at MTs As-Sakinah Cirinu Garut. The research findings reveal that the organizational culture in this madrasah is founded on Islamic values such as Shidiq, Amanah, Istiqamah, Tabligh, and Fathanah, which are reflected in practices of transparency, discipline, cooperation, and teacher professionalism. However, challenges in implementing Islamic culture include resistance to change, differing interpretations of values among teachers, and ineffective internal communication. The study also indicates that the organizational culture has a positive influence on educator performance and the harmonization of the work environment. It was found that the integration of Islamic values into the school culture fosters a supportive atmosphere for collaboration and growth among the staff. Furthermore, there is a clear connection between the values promoted by the school and improved student outcomes, demonstrating the significance of a strong cultural foundation in education. Future research is recommended to explore the involvement of parents and the broader community as supporting factors in strengthening Islamic organizational culture in madrasah.

Enhancing Early Childhood Learning Quality through Adaptive Management

2026-03-04T01:10:21+00:00

The purpose of this study is to analyse the early childhood education management strategies aimed at improving the quality of student learning. The basic problem stems from the challenges in managing early childhood education, particularly in terms of limited human resources, curriculum adaptation, and the need for strengthening learning quality that focuses on children's character and interests. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, utilizing data collection techniques such as observation, documentation, and interviews with the principal, educators, and educational staff. The data analysis is conducted through triangulation, reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing, along with data validation tests. The findings reveal that the educational management strategy is carried out through planning, organizing, implementation, and supervision functions. The learning planning is detailed based on the Merdeka curriculum, taking into account the students' needs and characteristics. Organizing is done flexibly by distributing educator tasks in accordance with the needs and adapting to the limitations of human resources. The learning implementation focuses on character development, interest and talent enhancement, and child-centre play principles as the main focus of educational activities. Supervision is carried out by the principal with communicative supervision to conduct internal and cooperative monitoring. This management strategy has a positive impact on the improvement of learning quality, educator professionalism, and active student involvement. The study recommends strengthening human resource management through continuous training and further research on developing an adaptive and inclusive early childhood education management model.