International Journal of Economy, Education and Entrepreneurship (IJE3)

THE PERFORMANCE PARADOX: WHEN SUCCESS METRICS HIDE THE TRUTH ABOUT EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT IN REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCIES

Munawaroh Munawaroh — 2026-04-04

This phenomenological study explores employee engagement dynamics and organizational performance at the Regional Development Planning, Research, and Innovation Agency (BAPPERIDA) of Cilegon City. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 12 informants, participatory observation, and document analysis. Thematic analysis revealed a performance paradox: despite satisfactory quantitative achievements (78.70% financial realization; 81.71% program indicators), employee engagement demonstrates severe hierarchical stratification. Officials and planners exhibited high vigor, dedication, and absorption, while administrative staff showed low engagement with limited performance understanding (83% did not comprehend SAKIP). Three factors enhanced engagement: holistic organizational support, participative leadership, and inclusive performance communication. Qualitative assessment revealed planning process deficiencies, weak cross-agency integration, and strategic misalignment. Findings indicate employee engagement mediates between formal performance systems and substantive outcomes. Implications include democratizing performance literacy and creating inclusive participation mechanisms across all hierarchical levels.

BUILDING TOMORROW'S LEADERS TODAY: Strategic Talent-Succession Fusion in Indonesian Provincial Governance

Munawaroh Munawaroh — 2026-04-30

This study investigates the strategic integration of talent management and succession planning in human resource management within Banten Provincial Government, Indonesia, specifically examining the Regional Personnel Agency's (BKD) role as the primary architect of civil service workforce development. Employing a qualitative methodology combining desk research and structured observation, this research unveils a critical yet underutilized framework that positions talent identification, development, and succession as interconnected strategic imperatives rather than isolated administrative functions. Findings reveal that while regulatory infrastructure supports integrated talent-succession systems, implementation gaps persist due to inadequate information systems, cultural resistance to merit-based advancement, budget constraints, and political interference in personnel decisions. Key enablers include leadership commitment, comprehensive personnel databases, and supportive regulations. The strategic fusion of these systems significantly enhances organizational performance, employee retention, competency development, and cost efficiency. This research contributes actionable insights for public sector modernization in developing nations navigating the complexities of bureaucratic reform in VUCA environments, offering a replicable model for sustainable leadership development in Indonesian provincial governance.

TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL COMMITMENT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF EMPOWERMENT AND TRUST

Sabrina Dachmiati — 2026-04-30

Professional commitment is an essential aspect that teachers need to continuously develop in order to perform their roles effectively and maintain educational quality. However, several factors may influence the level of teachers’ professional commitment, particularly empowerment and trust. This study aimed to determine whether empowerment and trust have significant effects on teachers’ professional commitment. The research was conducted among public junior high school teachers in Bogor City. A total of 184 teachers were selected as respondents through a multistage random sampling technique, while the sample size was determined using the Slovin formula. Data regarding professional commitment, empowerment, and trust were collected using measurement scales that had previously passed validity and reliability testing. The research hypotheses were analyzed using multiple linear regression with the assistance of SPSS software. The findings revealed that both empowerment and trust significantly influence teachers’ professional commitment. Therefore, strengthening these factors may enhance commitment. Further studies are recommended to explore specific indicators of empowerment and trust related to teachers’ professional commitment.

THE INFLUENCE OF SCOUTING EDUCATION, ORGANISATIONAL EXPERIENCE, ON SKILLS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS ON SCOUT LEADER PERFORMANCE IN MENES DISTRICT, PANDEGLANG REGENCY

Yayah Sunariah — 2026-04-30

Scouting education is part of the national education system and plays a vital role in shaping students' character, skills, and personality through a systematic, continuous development process. Scouting not only functions as an extracurricular activity, but also as a non-formal educational vehicle that supports the national education goal of developing people who are faithful, moral, independent, and possess life skills. In this context, the quality of development is greatly influenced by the competence and performance of scout leaders. This study aims to analyse the influence of scouting education and organisational experience on skills and their implications for the performance of scout leaders in the Menes District, Pandeglang Regency. The study used a quantitative, explanatory design. Data were collected through questionnaires from 98 scout leaders who served as respondents using a saturated sampling technique. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modelling based on Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results showed that scouting education and organisational experience had a positive, significant effect on scout leader skills. In addition, scouting education, organisational experience, and skills significantly affected scout leader performance. Skills have been shown to have the strongest influence on performance and to mediate the relationship between scouting education and organisational experience on scoutmaster performance. These findings indicate that improved scoutmaster performance is not solely determined by education and organisational experience, but also by strengthening skills relevant to the coaching task. Therefore, developing sustainable scouting education, increasing organisational involvement, and strengthening scoutmaster skills programs are important strategies to improve the quality of scouter training in educational units.

THE INFLUENCE OF WORK ENVIRONMENT AND ORGANISATIONAL CLIMATE ON JOB SATISFACTION AND ITS IMPLICATIONS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN BOJONG DISTRICT, PANDEGLANG REGENCY

Maemunah Maemunah — 2026-04-30

Teacher performance is a key factor in determining the quality of education. However, it is influenced not only by individual competence but also by organisational factors, such as the work environment, organisational climate, and job satisfaction. This study aims to examine the effects of the work environment and organisational climate on job satisfaction and their implications for teacher performance in public elementary schools in Bojong Subdistrict, Pandeglang Regency. This research employed a quantitative approach with an explanatory survey design. Data were collected via Likert-scale questionnaires distributed to 100 teachers and analysed using Partial Least Squares–Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM). The results indicate that both the work environment and organisational climate have positive and significant effects on teachers' job satisfaction. Job satisfaction was found to be the most dominant factor influencing teacher performance and also functioned as a mediating variable linking organisational factors to performance. In addition, the work environment and organisational climate had direct, significant effects on teacher performance. These findings highlight the importance of strengthening organisational conditions in schools to improve teacher performance. This study contributes to the development of educational management research by providing an integrated model linking work environment, organisational climate, job satisfaction, and teacher performance.

OPTIMAL SOLUTIONS FOR IMPROVING ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOR (OCB)

Eva Nurul Candra — 2026-04-30

The purpose of this study is to determine the optimal solution from several existing solutions due to limited management resources. The method used to determine the optimal solution is SITOREM (Scientific Identification Theory to Conduct Operation Research Education Management) analysis. The results of the analysis of each indicator in this research variable are as follows: The group of indicators that need to be improved consists of 18 (eighteen) main indicators that show significant contribution but with low actual conditions. The main priorities for indicator improvement include: 1) Mutual cooperation, 2) Honesty, 3) Service, 4) Pioneering, 5) Appreciation of Others, 6) Emotional Stability, 7) Conscientiousness, 8) Openness to Experience, 9) Extraversion, 10) Empathy, 11) Sportsmanship, 12) Sympathy, 13) Reflection, 14) Altruism, 15) Sportsmanship, 16) Civic Virtue, 17) Courtesy, and 18) Self-Development, which are also included in the group of indicators that need improvement. Meanwhile, there are 11 indicators in the group of indicators that are maintained and developed, namely: 1) Morality, 2) Religion, 3) Friendliness, 4) Trust, 5) Integrity, 6) Empowerment, 7) Vision, 8) Modeling, 9) Agreeableness, and 10) Tolerance.

IMPROVING TEACHERS' WORK PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF A GROWTH MINDSET, TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP, COLLABORATION, WORK MOTIVATION, AND CREATIVITY

Fitria Iswari — 2026-04-30

This study aims to test the hypothesis that independent variables namely, growth mindset, transformational leadership, and cooperation along with intervening variables namely, work motivation and creativity influence the dependent variable of teacher work productivity. The research employed a quantitative method and tested 13 research hypotheses. The respondents were 140 public special education school (SLB) teachers in the Province of Jakarta. The instruments used for each research variable were questionnaires that had previously undergone validity and reliability testing. Data analysis employed path analysis using the SEM-PLS 3 software. The results indicated that 6 hypotheses were accepted regarding direct effects, while 3 hypotheses were rejected. In testing indirect effects, 2 hypotheses were accepted, and 2 were rejected. Furthermore, using SITOREM analysis to classify indicators within the research variables, 18 indicators were improved, and 13 were retained or developed. It is hoped that the implications of this study can improve the work productivity of public special education teachers in Jakarta Province by strengthening a growth mindset, transformational leadership, cooperation, work motivation, and creativity.

IMPACT OF INDOOR AIR COMPOUNDS ON PERFORMANCE, INCLUDING THE RELATION BETWEEN AIR COMPOUNDS AND COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE

Firla Elok Mashita — 2026-04-30

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is identified as a primary determinant of cognitive performance, psychological well-being, and academic success among students. A comprehensive systematic review of literature published between 2000 and 2026 evaluated the accumulation of anthropogenic and ambient-derived pollutants, including carbon dioxide (CO2), particulate matter (PM2.5/PM10), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and carbon monoxide (CO). Evidence showed that educational environments characterized by high occupancy and inadequate ventilation frequently lead to elevated CO2 concentrations exceeding 1500 ppm, which are robustly associated with diminished executive functions. Analysis revealed that particulate matter significantly increases error rates in attention-intensive tasks, while subclinical CO exposure is linked to heightened psychological distress and emotional lability. Furthermore, high TVOC levels were found to reduce task precision by approximately 5%. The integration of strategic environmental interventions, such as high-efficiency filtration and optimized air exchange, effectively mitigates these risks and enhances standardized assessment scores. Standardized IAQ monitoring remains essential as a cost-effective strategy to improve students' learning trajectories and ensure long-term academic competitiveness in higher education admissions.

THE EFFECT OF COMPANY SIZE, AUDIT COMMITTEE, BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ON COMPANY VALUE

Hana Hanifah — 2026-04-30

Finding out whether the Board of Directors, Board of Commissioners, Audit Committee, and Company Size significantly impact Firm Value in Primary Consumer Goods (Non-Cyclical Consumption) Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) for the 2020-2024 Period is the main objective of this research. As supplementary data, this study uses financial data available on the Indonesia Stock Exchange website (www.idx.co.id). As a result of using purposeful sampling, 77 core consumer goods businesses were included in the sample. Multicollinearity, autocorrelation, normality, and heteroscedasticity tests were among the data-preparation tests. The method used to analyse the data included multiple linear regression, correlation, coefficient of determination, partial t-testing, and simultaneous F-tests. According to the study's findings, there is a partial impact of the Board of Directors variable on Company Value, a partial impact of the Board of Commissioners variable on Company Value, an impact of the Audit Committee variable on Company Value, an impact of Company Size on Company Value, and a combined impact of the Board of Directors, the Board of Commissioners, company size, and audit committee on Company Value.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF INFORMAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS IN THE FRAMEWORK OF THE TRIDHARMA OF HIGHER EDUCATION: A META-SYNTHESIS ANALYSIS

Apriyudin Apriyudin — 2026-04-30

The purpose of this study is to analyse how digital transformation in informal educational institutions is integrated and supported through the three pillars of the Tridharma of Higher Education (Education, Research, and Community Service). This research uses a qualitative meta-synthesis of 10 selected research articles published over the last 10 years (2016–2026). The data selection process is carried out through a systematic review to identify patterns, challenges, and digitalisation strategies. The findings show that digital transformation in informal institutions is evolving from simply using blended learning to adopting intelligent technologies such as AI and the Metaverse. Higher education institutions play a crucial role in closing the digital literacy gap through community service schemes and the development of innovative learning media. However, the main obstacles remain in human resources and digital quality standards. Conclusion: Synergy between higher education institutions and informal institutions within the Tridharma framework is the main key to the sustainability of the non-formal education ecosystem in the digital era.

THE EFFECT OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP, SOCIAL COMPETENCE, AND WORK DISCIPLINE ON PUBLIC SERVICE PERFORMANCE

As Ari — 2026-04-30

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of transformational leadership, social competence, and work discipline on public service performance by the Keliling Danau Sub-district Head, Kerinci Regency. Based on the type of data, this study is quantitative. The data collection method used was a questionnaire, which was conducted by distributing a list of statements to respondents. The results of this study indicate that, both partially and simultaneously, the variables of transformational leadership, social competence, and work discipline have a positive and significant influence on public service performance by the Keliling Danau Sub-district Head, Kerinci Regency. The contribution of the variables of transformational leadership, social competence, and work discipline to performance is 77.9%.

THE IMPACT OF BUDGET EFFICIENCY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PUBLIC ACTIVITY IMPLEMENTATION: EVIDENCE FROM THE KELILING DANAU DISTRICT OFFICE, KERINCI REGENCY

Novita Nova — 2026-04-30

This study aims to analyze the effect of budget efficiency, accountability, and financial transparency on the effectiveness of activity implementation at the Keliling Danau District Office, Kerinci Regency. This research employs a quantitative approach using survey methods through questionnaires distributed to respondents. The results indicate that partially, budget efficiency and accountability do not have a significant effect on the effectiveness of activity implementation, while financial transparency has a positive and significant effect. Simultaneously, budget efficiency, accountability, and financial transparency significantly influence the effectiveness of activity implementation, with a contribution of 93.9%. These findings highlight that financial transparency plays a dominant role in improving the effectiveness of public sector activities.

THE EFFECT OF GREEN LEADERSHIP, ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS, AND WORK ETHICS ON SUSTAINABLE WORK BEHAVIOR: EVIDENCE FROM THE EDUCATION OFFICE OF KERINCI REGENCY

Ice Sastriawati — 2026-04-30

This study aims to analyze the effect of green leadership, environmental awareness, and work ethics on sustainable work behavior among employees of the Education Office of Kerinci Regency. This research employs a quantitative approach using a survey method. The population consists of all employees, with a total sample of 47 respondents using a total sampling technique. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression analysis with the assistance of statistical software. The results show that green leadership, environmental awareness, and work ethics have a positive and significant effect on sustainable work behavior, both partially and simultaneously. Work ethics is identified as the most dominant variable. The coefficient of determination (R²) is 0.569, indicating that 56.9% of sustainable work behavior is explained by the independent variables, while 43.1% is influenced by other factors. These findings highlight the importance of leadership, awareness, and ethical values in promoting sustainable behavior in public organizations.

EXPLORATION OF GLOBAL LEADERSHIP IN BUILDING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT IN MULTINATIONAL COMPANIES IN BEKASI CITY

Sumarsid Sumarsid — 2026-04-30

This study aims to explore the role of global leadership and organizational culture in building employee engagement in multinational companies in Bekasi City. The approach used was qualitative with exploratory descriptive methods. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation, then analyzed using NVivo software to identify key themes. The results showed that adaptive, communicative, and participatory global leadership can increase employee trust and engagement. In addition, an inclusive, collaboration-oriented organizational culture that upholds the value of integrity has proven to be an important factor in creating a conducive work environment. This study also found a synergy between global leadership and organizational culture in strengthening employee engagement, both emotionally, cognitively, and behaviorally. However, there are still challenges in implementation that are not evenly distributed across all levels of the organization. Therefore, companies need to develop an integrated strategy by strengthening cross-cultural leadership and internalizing organizational values. This study provides theoretical and practical contributions to the development of human resource management in multinational companies.

RECONSTRUCTION OF FARAID LEARNING THROUGH INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL GAMES: AN EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON ISLAMIC HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS (PTKI)

Saefudin Zuhri — 2026-04-30

Theoretical and memorization-based approaches still dominate Faraid Science instruction at PTKI, so students struggle to relate concepts to mathematical and contextual inheritance calculation practices. This research aims to describe learning conditions and teaching material needs, develop teaching materials for Faraid HIWAR Science based on interactive educational games, and analyze their feasibility, practicality, attractiveness, effectiveness, and implications in learning. This research uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the Dick and Carey model, which is carried out through ten systematic stages, ranging from goal identification to summative evaluation. Data were obtained through observation across several universities, validity tests conducted by three experts, questionnaires administered to lecturers and students, and effectiveness tests using independent-samples t-tests and N-gain analysis. The study’s results showed that the developed teaching materials were deemed highly feasible, with an average validity of 92%. Practicality obtained an average of 88.25%, while attractiveness reached 90.7%. The effectiveness test showed a significant difference between the experimental and control classes (0.024 < 0.05), with the experimental class’s N-gain score of 86.71 (effective) and the control class’s 21.87 (ineffective). Faraid Science teaching materials based on interactive educational games are declared valid, practical, interesting, and effective, and relevant to the learning needs of Faraid Science at PTKI. Its use has positive implications for improving understanding, calculation skills in inheritance, and student motivation for learning.