Journal of Educational Management Research
Vol. 5 No. 4 (2026)

The Impact of Financial Literacy, Inclusion, and Credit Access on MSME Performance

Nanda Cecharia (Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Sidoarjo)
Cynthia Eka Violita (Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Sidoarjo)
M. Mustaqim (Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Sidoarjo)
Devika Cherly Putrihadiningrum (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
21 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to examine the influence of financial literacy, financial inclusion, and access to finance on MSME performance. The research employs a quantitative approach using a survey method with a structured questionnaire distributed to 91 MSME actors selected through random sampling. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling based on Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) with SmartPLS 4.0 software to test the relationships among variables and evaluate the proposed hypotheses. The results reveal that financial inclusion and access to finance have a positive and significant effect on MSME performance. This indicates that broader access to formal financial services and easier access to external funding play an important role in improving business efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. In contrast, financial literacy does not show a significant effect on MSME performance, suggesting that financial knowledge alone is insufficient to enhance business outcomes without effective implementation and access to financial resources. The implications of this study highlight the importance of strengthening financial inclusion policies and improving financing accessibility for MSMEs. Financial institutions and policymakers should prioritize expanding access to financial services and supporting funding mechanisms rather than focusing solely on financial literacy programs. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the determinants of MSME performance and provide practical insights for improving business competitiveness and sustainability.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jemr

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Subject

Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Educational Management Research is an international peer-reviewed journal which publishes original and significant contributions to educational management, administration, and leadership, in its broadest sense, from all over the world. This includes primary research projects in schools ...