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Cooperative Management Innovation as a Strategy to Encourage the Competitiveness of MSMES: Analyzing Challenges and Opportunities in the Digital Era : (Case Study of KSP Nasari Medan) Wicaksono, M. Fadli; Meha, Nurmala Lutfi; Lestari, Yara; Chairane, Chairane; Hayati, Fitri
International Journal Of Education, Social Studies, And Management (IJESSM) Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): The International Journal of Education, Social Studies, and Management (IJESSM)
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This study aims to analyze cooperative management innovations as a strategy to increase the competitiveness of MSMEs in facing the digital era, with a case study at KSP Nasari Medan. The method used in this study is a descriptive case study, which describes and analyzes the implementation of management innovations at KSP Nasari as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by its member MSMEs in transforming to the digital world. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews with cooperative administrators and members, as well as observation of programs implemented by cooperatives. The results of the study show that KSP Nasari has identified various challenges faced by its member MSMEs, such as limited digital knowledge, inadequate infrastructure, and difficulties in accessing the digital market. To address this, cooperatives are implementing various management innovations, including digital skills training and increased access to technology. KSP Nasari also leverages collaboration with the government, the private sector, and educational institutions to support the development of MSMEs. However, obstacles in digital transformation still exist, especially related to infrastructure limitations and costs. The conclusion of this study is that cooperative management innovations, such as digital training and external collaboration, play an important role in strengthening the competitiveness of MSMEs. A more integrated and sustainable follow-up strategy is needed to support the development of MSMEs in the digital era. The suggestion of this research is to strengthen digital training programs, improve infrastructure, and expand cooperation with various related parties.
Resilience and Interpersonal Skills Shape Work Readiness of ORMAWA Students: Resiliensi dan Keterampilan Interpersonal Membentuk Kesiapan Kerja Mahasiswa ORMAWA Meha, Nurmala Lutfi; Imsar; Nasution, Muhammad Syukri Albani
Indonesian Journal of Innovation Studies Vol. 26 No. 3 (2025): July
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

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General Background: In today’s competitive labor market, graduates must possess not only academic excellence but also strong soft skills to secure employment. Specific Background: Interpersonal skills, problem solving, and resilience have been identified as key competencies influencing employability. Knowledge Gap: However, limited studies have examined how student organizations (ORMAWA) contribute to these competencies in the context of Islamic higher education institutions. Aims: This study investigates the influence of interpersonal skills, problem solving, and resilience on the work readiness of ORMAWA FEBI UINSU students. Results: Using a quantitative method with 98 respondents and SEM-PLS analysis, results reveal that interpersonal skills and resilience significantly affect work readiness, while problem solving does not. Novelty: The study uniquely highlights resilience as the most dominant predictor and applies SEM-PLS to an entire population of active student organization members within an Islamic university context. Implications: These findings suggest the importance of integrating soft skills development, particularly resilience, into organizational and academic programs to better prepare students for the workforce.Highlight : Resilience is the most dominant factor influencing work readiness among student organization members at FEBI UINSU. Problem-solving skills showed no significant impact, indicating its development may need more structured practice. Active participation in student organizations (ORMAWA) strengthens interpersonal skills and mental adaptability. Keywords : Interpersonal, Problem Solving, Resilience, Job Readiness, ORMAWA Students
Cooperative Management Innovation as a Strategy to Encourage the Competitiveness of MSMES: Analyzing Challenges and Opportunities in the Digital Era : (Case Study of KSP Nasari Medan) Wicaksono, M. Fadli; Meha, Nurmala Lutfi; Lestari, Yara; Chairane, Chairane; Hayati, Fitri
International Journal Of Education, Social Studies, And Management (IJESSM) Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): The International Journal of Education, Social Studies, and Management (IJESSM)
Publisher : LPPPIPublishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52121/ijessm.v4i3.585

Abstract

This study aims to analyze cooperative management innovations as a strategy to increase the competitiveness of MSMEs in facing the digital era, with a case study at KSP Nasari Medan. The method used in this study is a descriptive case study, which describes and analyzes the implementation of management innovations at KSP Nasari as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by its member MSMEs in transforming to the digital world. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews with cooperative administrators and members, as well as observation of programs implemented by cooperatives. The results of the study show that KSP Nasari has identified various challenges faced by its member MSMEs, such as limited digital knowledge, inadequate infrastructure, and difficulties in accessing the digital market. To address this, cooperatives are implementing various management innovations, including digital skills training and increased access to technology. KSP Nasari also leverages collaboration with the government, the private sector, and educational institutions to support the development of MSMEs. However, obstacles in digital transformation still exist, especially related to infrastructure limitations and costs. The conclusion of this study is that cooperative management innovations, such as digital training and external collaboration, play an important role in strengthening the competitiveness of MSMEs. A more integrated and sustainable follow-up strategy is needed to support the development of MSMEs in the digital era. The suggestion of this research is to strengthen digital training programs, improve infrastructure, and expand cooperation with various related parties.