Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences

Building a School Quality Culture Through the Implementation of TQM (Total Quality Management)

Gilang Dwi Kurniawan (Master of Educational Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia)
Marini Marini (Master of Educational Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia)
Edi Fakhrin (Master of Educational Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia)
Maulana Akbari (Master of Educational Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia)
Aslamiah Aslamiah (Master of Educational Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia)
Celia Cinantya (Master of Educational Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Feb 2026

Abstract

The advancement of technology and the dynamics of the digital era have brought significant changes to all aspects of life, including education. Schools, as educational organizations, are required to adapt and improve the quality of their services in order to remain competitive in an increasingly demanding environment. One strategic approach widely implemented to ensure educational quality is Total Quality Management (TQM), which focuses on customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and the involvement of all organizational elements. The implementation of TQM in the educational context is considered capable of bridging the gap between graduates’ competencies and the 21st-century skills demand, while also strengthening the school’s quality culture. Through a literature review of various journals, books, and research findings, this article analyzes the fundamental principles of TQM, the supporting factors for its success, and its contribution to building a quality culture in schools in the digital era. The findings indicate that TQM not only enhances school management effectiveness but also establishes a foundation for a proactive, collaborative, data-driven, and customer-focused organizational culture. Therefore, TQM serves as a relevant strategic approach to strengthen competitive advantage and foster a quality culture in schools amid the increasingly complex digital transformation.

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Journal Info

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JES

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Religion Humanities Education Library & Information Science Other

Description

JES publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring regionally and internationally in the educational sciences with the aim to advance our knowledge both in term of theory and practice. Moreover, this journal also covers the issues concerned with the following special sections: ...