Evaluation of Financial Management of Santri Pondok Pesantren API Syubbanul Wathon Tegalrejo Secang Through the SIMKEU Application

Utilization of information technology is a very important requirement for every component of society. Easy, fast and accurate data and information access can optimize routine daily work. Mawaridussalam Islamic boarding school Batang Kuis as an Islamic education institution that plays a role in shaping the character and personality of the next generation of the nation is expected to be able to optimally manage finances and provide good service to the academics of the Islamic boarding school. Until now, financial management is still done manually using bookkeeping, there is no specific financial application used in Islamic boarding school financial management, so it is difficult and slow in recording, processing, controlling and reporting financial activities. Based on these problems, an application is needed that can be used by the treasurer and board of boarding school leaders for financial management systematically. The method applied is the User Centered Design approach and the target that was successfully achieved is the availability of web-based financial management applications that are used properly to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of financial management in Islamic boarding schools.

This community service aims to improve understanding and financial management skills among the managers of the Baitul Qurro Islamic Boarding School, South Tangerang. This socialization activity was carried out during October 2021. The objects of this activity were Islamic boarding school managers, including the Islamic boarding school head, treasurer and administrative staff. The activity methods used include training, workshops and focus group discussions. The training includes material on financial planning, budget management, bookkeeping and financial reporting. Interactive workshops provide opportunities for participants to apply the theory they have learned through case studies and practical simulations. Focus group discussions are used to identify specific problems faced in financial management in Islamic boarding schools and find joint solutions. The results of this activity showed a significant increase in financial management understanding and skills among participants. They are able to make better financial plans, manage budgets more efficiently, and carry out more transparent and accurate bookkeeping and financial reporting. The implication of this activity is the creation of a better financial management system at the Baitul Qurro Islamic Boarding School, which in turn will support operational sustainability and development of the Islamic boarding school. Apart from that, improving financial management skills is also expected to increase stakeholder accountability and trust in the management of Islamic boarding school funds.

Islamic boarding schools inevitably provide services for the implementation and management processes. It requires adjustments to increasing needs. Each Islamic boarding school has different characteristics, because It is founded by different figures. There are different ways to financial management in Islamic boarding schools. The role of Kiai as a central figure is very decisive in financial management. Pondok Pesantren Salafiyah Syafi'iyah Sukorejo is one of the Islamic boarding schools that have own financial management system. Three units are technically managing finances in Pondok Pesantren Salafiyah Syafi'iyah Sukorejo. They are Treasurer, the Supreme Audit and Wealth Agency of Ma'had (BPK2M), and the Budget Team. To ensure the service system in financial management, it is necessary to develop financial management guidelines. The mentoring steps taken included sharing ideas, absorbing information, discussing and conducting joint studies with stakeholders in the Islamic boarding schools. As a result, the draft financial management guidelines were included in the master plan for Islamic boarding schools. The need for guidance on financial management of Islamic boarding schools is in line with the theory of planning, innovation, and several financial regulations established by the State. In management, planning is needed because the spirit is innovation and meeting the demands of change to meet the needs of the organizers and the Islamic boarding schools community itself.

This research is motivated by the problem of the low quality of education graduates in Indonesia, not yet optimal in the management of education programs, human resources, finance, institutions, and school accountability, learning in Islamic boarding schools is carried out outside school hours allowing for deepening and improvement. an education system that is not a boarding school, because with this system student learning becomes more focused, qualified and adequate, the supervision of educational staff programs has not been carried out optimally, the application of modern management in boarding schools is not optimal so that it has implications for the quality of graduates. The purpose of this study was to determine the activities carried out in planning, organizing, evaluating, the obstacles encountered and solutions to overcome the obstacles. This study uses a qualitative method based on the results of observations, interviews and documentation. This study uses the main theory, namely the management theory of GR Terry. The results of the study show: 1) In planning the integration of the National curriculum and the Islamic Boarding School curriculum to improve the quality of graduates in Islamic boarding schools. through a series of analysis processes, drafting program plans, socialization, financing, and documentation with a bottom-up-top-down or top-down-bottom-up approach, which implies a change in the management paradigm 2) In the implementation of the integration of the National curriculum and Islamic boarding school curriculum to improve the quality of graduates in Islamic boarding school. through the steps of socializing plans, program plans, technical plans, implementation, monitoring, and supervision with a bottom up - top down approach which has implications for the achievement of educational goals and improving the quality of educational outcomes; 3) In the evaluation of learning carried out through self-evaluation, quality internal audits education programs, teacher competency evaluations, management review meetings, and external audits of the quality of education programs; 4) Constraints in the form of differences between the academic year and the budget year, unpreparedness to accept changes in the management paradigm, and lack of knowledge and experience in the management of Islamic Boarding Schools have an impact on the low quality of education and the weak competitiveness of institutions. 5) Solutions, in the form of integrating all school components, compiling all school guidelines, upgrading human resources and all supporting facilities, and building organizational culture and partnerships with implications for the obligation to improve institutional competitiveness, institutional performance, outputs, and outcomes. The conclusion in this study, management of the integration of the National curriculum and Islamic boarding schools to improve the quality of graduates at Islamic boarding schools in South Tangerang City, Banten Province, through the stages of planning, implementation and evaluation is not optimal because there are still weaknesses in management and Human Resources and support from Islamic Boarding Schools.

An Islamic boarding school exemplifies an educational institution that effectively integrates religious principles with conventional pedagogical methods. This guarantees that the Islamic boarding school environment is hygienic and reduces external elements that may disrupt the educational process. Nevertheless, numerous contemporary Islamic boarding schools have become increasingly receptive to advancements. Over time, human-created technology has become increasingly varied. This technological advancement has impacted all aspects of life, including schooling. Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia represent the oldest educational institution, renowned for their adherence to traditional teaching methods while incorporating contemporary technological advancements. This is done to preserve the favourable conditions of education, ensuring that it remains undisturbed by external factors. This study employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) to investigate the role of technology in implementing programmes at Islamic boarding schools, with a specific focus on fostering an entrepreneurial spirit among students. The review encompassed research conducted between 2013 and 2023, including theses and articles. The literature primarily examines the keywords "role of technology", "Islamic Boarding Schools", "boarding school programme enforcement", and "financial management", and after that, conduct an analysis. The findings demonstrate that technology plays a significant role in aiding the execution of programmes in Islamic boarding schools as a means of instruction, enabling collaborative services, and streamlining financial administration for students and the schools themselves. In addition, technology can facilitate the creation of student resources by utilising suitable technology and fostering creativity, resulting in more extensive advantages in producing readily consumable water for the local population.

Background: Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) play a significant role in Indonesia's education system, yet many face financial challenges due to limited and irregular funding sources. Effective and accountable financial management is essential for their sustainability and growth. Objective: This study aims to identify and examine the various funding sources utilized by Islamic boarding schools, including student fees, endowments (waqf), donations, grants, school-run businesses, and government assistance. Method: The research was conducted in 2024 using a descriptive qualitative method with a library research approach. Data were collected from scholarly journals and expert writings by identifying, categorizing, and critically analyzing relevant literature. The analysis involved qualitative descriptive techniques, theoretical comparison, synthesis, and comparative analysis. Result: The findings highlight the importance of strengthening budget planning, oversight, and evaluation within Islamic boarding schools. The implementation of Islamic accounting standards is recommended to enhance financial accountability and effectiveness in fund management. Conclusion: Islamic boarding schools must adopt structured financial planning and transparent management practices to ensure the optimal use of available resources. Attention to governance mechanisms is crucial for sustainability. Contribution:This study contributes to the literature by offering alternative, innovative, and sustainable fundraising strategies, such as Islamic investments and crowdfunding, to support the long-term financial stability of Islamic boarding schools.

<pre><em>Financial management is one of the factors that determine the achievement of organizational goals. In order for financial management (budget) to run in an orderly and accountable financial information system. To further optimize the work of information systems so that effectiveness can be achieved requires implementation activities, employee competencies and management evaluation of the financial information system.</em></pre><pre><em>This study aims to analyze: 1). Analyzing the influence of the implementation of financial information systems on the effectiveness of financial management, 2). Analyzing the influence of employee competency on financial management effectiveness 3). Analyze the influence of management evaluations on the effectiveness of financial management in the Open University Distance Learning Program Unit throughout Indonesia.The study was conducted using quantitative descriptive method, the research sampling used purposive sampling non probability with a total sample of 117 respondents. The data analysis technique used is regression analysis using Partial Least Square (PLS).</em></pre><pre><em>The results showed that the implementation of financial information systems had a significant effect on the effectiveness of financial management, employee competence had a significant effect on the effectiveness of financial management and management evaluation also had a significant effect on the effectiveness of financial management. Determination coefficient value obtained is 64.80%, it can be concluded that the implementation of financial information systems, employee competencies and management evaluation of effective financial management.</em></pre>

The purpose of this research is to find out the description of pesantren financial management. By the title of the research, the research uses the literature method. The results of the study explained that financial management is an act of financial administration/administration which includes recording, planning, implementation, accountability, and reporting. Thus, school financial management can be interpreted as a series of activities regulating school finance from planning, accounting, spending, supervision, and accountability of school finances. Financial management of boarding schools is one of the substances of the management of educational institutions that will also determine the smooth operation of boarding schools. As is the case with the substance of education management in general, financial management activities in Islamic boarding schools should be carried out through the processes of planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, supervising, or controlling. Some financial management activities take the form of obtaining and determining sources of funding, use of funds, reporting, auditing, and accountability. Through financial management activities, the funding needs of Islamic boarding school activities can be planned, procured, transparently recorded, and used to finance the implementation of Islamic boarding school programs effectively and efficiently. For that purpose, the financial management of Islamic boarding schools includes: (1) Improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the use of financial boarding schools; (2) Increasing financial accountability and transparency in Islamic boarding schools; and (3) Minimizing misuse of the boarding school budget.

Financial management in Islamic boarding schools still faces various fundamental problems, particularly due to dependence on manual recording and simple applications. This management pattern often causes delays in report preparation, increases the potential for recording errors, and reduces transparency. This condition impacts the trust of students' guardians and stakeholders. In addition, the diversity of student guardians, including those from outside the region, further complicates the payment process due to limited access to remote transaction services. This situation highlights the urgency of developing a web-based digital financial system that can effectively integrate modern payment technology and adapt to the needs of Islamic boarding schools. This study aims to design and implement a digital financial system for Islamic boarding schools by integrating the Midtrans payment gateway to improve financial management's efficiency, transparency, and accountability. The method used is a model consisting of three main stages: data collection through observation and interviews with financial managers, system design using use case diagrams, activity diagrams, and class diagrams, and system testing with internal and external black box testing approaches. The system implementation utilizes the Laravel framework, MySQL database, and web-based interface with Login, Dashboard, student data, payment, and financial reporting features. The results show that the developed System can comprehensively address the financial management needs of Islamic boarding schools. External testing using a Likert scale questionnaire obtained a rating of Good-Very Good with an achievement of up to 86%, thus confirming the feasibility of the system implementation. This System has been proven to facilitate online payments, accelerate the report preparation process, and improve access to information for student guardians. Thus, a web-based digital financial system integrated with a payment gateway can be a strategic solution for enhancing the transparency and accountability of pesantren finances. Further research is recommended to strengthen data security, expand coverage to multiple pesantren, and conduct continuous testing on a broader scale

Digital-based financial management models have become an urgent need for Islamic boarding schools to improve the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of fund management. Islamic boarding schools, as Islamic-based educational institutions, often face challenges such as dependence on external funding, limited skilled human resources, and inadequate digital infrastructure. This study aims to identify and analyze a digital-based financial management model that is in accordance with sharia principles to strengthen the economic independence of Islamic boarding schools in the digital era. This study uses a library research approach to collect data from various scientific literature related to Islamic financial management, digitalization, and management of Islamic educational institutions. Data analysis was carried out descriptively to identify challenges and opportunities for the implementation of sharia-based digital financial systems in Islamic boarding schools. Descriptive analysis is carried out to understand existing concepts and models. Critical analysis is used to evaluate the relevance and suitability of literature to the context of Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia. The results of the study show a reduction in administrative costs, an increase in operational efficiency, and higher public trust in the management of pesantren funds. By combining digital technology and sharia principles, pesantren can reduce their dependence on external donations and ensure their financial sustainability in the digital era. These findings contribute to the literature on sharia-based financial management as well as provide practical guidance for Islamic boarding schools to implement a modern and sharia-compliant financial system.

This research aims to analyze the implementation of a technology-based financial approach using the AKUN.biz application at the Muhammad Al Fatih Islamic Boarding School and its impact on efficiency and transparency in financing management. Through case study methods with in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis, we explore how this technology changes how Islamic boarding schools manage their funds. The research results show that the use of the AKUN.biz application provides significant innovation in Islamic boarding school financing management. This system has increased efficiency by reducing errors that can occur due to manual recording. In addition, this approach also increases transparency by providing stakeholders with direct access to financial information. However, the research also identified several obstacles, such as limited infrastructure and technological understanding among Islamic boarding school administrators. Therefore, recommendations are made to improve data security and provide training on application use to administrators. In a broader context, this research contributes to developing more effective and transparent financing management in Islamic boarding schools. This will not only provide benefits for the Muhammad Al Fatih Islamic Boarding School but can also be a guide for other Islamic boarding schools who wish to adopt similar technology in managing funds.

Islamic boarding schools play a vital role in Indonesia's educational and social landscape. However, many of these institutions continue to face challenges in ensuring transparent and accountable financial management. Most rely on manual and basic record-keeping methods, lacking adherence to established accounting guidelines and the support of effective financial applications to streamline financial reporting and documentation. To address these issues, a Community Service (PkM) initiative was conducted to introduce Islamic boarding school accounting guidelines and provide hands-on assistance in using the Technology-Based Santri and Cooperative Financial System (Siskesakti) application. This initiative aimed to enhance participants' understanding and skills in financial management, ensuring compliance with accounting principles while integrating digital tools for financial administration. The program employed counseling and Participant Active Learning methods, allowing participants to engage actively in the learning process. The participants included financial administrators and teachers from partner Islamic boarding schools, including the Nurul Huda Banin Banat Islamic Boarding School, along with several other beneficiary institutions. The results of the program demonstrated a significant improvement in participants' comprehension of systematic financial management and their readiness to implement digital financial tools. With this assistance, partner Islamic boarding schools are expected to adopt a more structured, transparent, and accountable financial system, thereby supporting the institution’s long-term sustainability and financial integrity.

This study aims to acknowledge the growth of quality management of Islamic boarding school education in the input, process, output, and results of students toward the quality management of pesantren education. The research method used is a qualitative approach and a case study method with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews, field observations and documentation studies. The results of the study are (1) quality planning for Islamic boarding schools is based on the development of educational strategies (education development strategies) and total quality management (TQM) in quality management. Mitahul Huda Manonjaya Islamic Boarding School Tasikmalaya with its salafiyah system based on the mu'adah curriculum, Suryalaya Islamic Boarding School with its hifdutthariqoh development (Tareqat Qadiriyah Naqsyabandiyah) and Al-Ittifaq Islamic Boarding School with its agribusiness development, (2) implementation of the quality of education through the development of institutional quality management based on the leadership of Kyai who have the spirit of taffaquh fi addin, human resources by maximizing the productivity of the management of experts, competent and highly dedicated to Islamic boarding schools, (3) evaluation of education quality management in the three Islamic boarding schools is carried out systematically, effectively and efficiently by developing a follow-up plan (RTL) along with its achievement indicators, (4) education quality management problems faced by the three Islamic boarding schools are not yet evenly distributed in the competence and qualifications of educators and education, limited infrastructure, supervision systems and technology, and (5) efforts to improve education quality management in the three Islamic boarding schools by developing competitive and competitive quality management the potential resources of each Islamic boarding school.

This study examines the effect of service quality and customer satisfaction on return on investment (ROI) in Pesantren (Islamic Boarding Schools) through the Education Cost of Students (BPS). Previous studies have shown that service quality and customer satisfaction are important factors that influence financial performance in educational institutions. This study seeks to answer whether these variables significantly affect ROI in Islamic boarding schools. This study hypothesizes that higher service quality and customer satisfaction lead to better ROI in Islamic boarding schools. A quantitative approach was used, using simple and multiple linear regression analysis on data from 260 respondents, with data analyzed using SPSS version 26. The results show that the quality of educational services and customer satisfaction significantly impact ROI. Each variable contributes independently and collectively to improving financial results. This finding suggests prioritizing service quality standards and customer satisfaction is a surefire strategy to improve ROI in Islamic boarding schools. This study recommends that Islamic boarding school managers improve their digital service quality standards to achieve better financial performance and maintain the sustainability of their educational institution operations. This study contributes to developing educational management through digital service applications to improve educational services' competitiveness.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of financial management at the Tahfizul Qur'an Islamic Boarding School in Sungai Pinang. The methods used are direct observation and literature study. Observations are conducted to understand real financial management practices, while literature studies are used to support theoretical analysis. The stages of data collection are carried out through field visits, interviews with Islamic boarding school administrators, and documentation of financial reports and applicable internal regulations. The data collected are then analyzed qualitatively with a descriptive approach, namely comparing financial management theory with existing practices in Islamic boarding schools. The analysis focuses on the planning system, funding sources, budget allocation, accounting, reporting, supervision, and risk management. The results of the study indicate that financial management at the Tahfizul Qur'an Islamic Boarding School in Sungai Pinang has been managed systematically through three main functions, namely fundraising, fund allocation, and asset management, with various diversified funding sources, including SPP, BOS funds, ZIS, alumni donations, and independent business results. The financial management system implemented includes planning, accounting, reporting, supervision, and risk management in a transparent, accountable manner, and in accordance with sharia principles, thus supporting operational continuity, improving the quality of education, and the social responsibility of the Islamic boarding school towards underprivileged students.