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Management and Economics Journal (MEC-J)
ISSN : 25993402     EISSN : 25989537     DOI : -
Management and Economics Journal (MEC-J) is a peer-reviewed and open access journal that focuses on management and economics fields. This journal publishes original articles, reviews, and also interesting case reports. Letters and commentaries of our published articles are welcome. Subjects suitable for publication include but are not limited to the fields of Marketing Management, Finance Management, Strategic Management, Operation Management, Human Resource Management, E-business, Knowledge Management, Management Accounting, Management Control System, Management Information System, International Business, Economics, Business Economics, Business Ethics and Sustainable, and Entrepreneurship, etc. The papers received by this journal will be reviewed by some experts from several universities in different countries. MEC-J is published three times a year in April, August, and December by Faculty of Economics, Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Indonesia. One volume of MEC-J is published in the one-year calendar.
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Development of Partnership Based Marketing Strategy for Sustainable Tourism Villages in Kemiren Banyuwangi Nahdi, Moehammad Robith; Winarno, Agung; Rahayu, Wening Patmi
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 9, No 3 (2025)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v9i3.33318

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The development of tourism villages in Indonesia often faces challenges such as limited planning, weak stakeholder collaboration, suboptimal promotion, and low community participation. This study examines partnership-based marketing strategies in the Osing Kemiren Tourism Village, Banyuwangi Regency, and their influence on the growth of local MSMEs. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings show that the pentahelix partnership involving local government, Pokdarwis/BUMDes, academic, travel agencies, mediacreates effective promotional synergy that enhances destination visibility and increases tourist visits. This collaboration strengthens MSMEs by improving sales, expanding market access, and encouraging long-term business sustainability. Overall, the study demonstrates that partnership-based marketing is an effective model for advancing tourism village development while supporting local economic empowerment.
Boosting Residential Property Sales with Integrated Marketing Communication Strategies Kristanto, Harys; Arumdini, Savira; Fardhon, Muhammad
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 9, No 3 (2025)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v9i3.33553

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The increasing demand for suburban housing in Indonesia, driven by urban expansion and rising middle-class aspirations, has intensified competition among real estate developers. This study investigates how Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) strategies influence consumer interest in purchasing residential property in Bekasi Regency, a fast-growing suburban area. Using a qualitative design, data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions involving marketing professionals, developers, and prospective buyers at PT Refaro Central Propertindo. The analysis integrates the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) and the AIDA (Attention, Interest, Desire, Action) model to explore both psychological drivers and communication dynamics. Findings reveal that consistent messaging, immersive digital tools (e.g., virtual tours, AI chatbots), and personalized engagement significantly affect buyer attitudes, social norms, and perceived control ultimately enhancing purchase intention. The application of AIDA further explains how IMC guides consumers through each stage of the decision-making process. This study offers a novel contribution by combining TPB and AIDA in a real estate context, providing deeper insights into consumer behavior and communication strategy effectiveness. Practically, the research recommends hybrid IMC approaches that integrate digital innovation with trust-building offline experiences. These findings are particularly relevant for developers targeting suburban markets in Indonesia and other emerging economies.
Behavioral Biases and Investment Decision of Gen Z: The Role of Long-Term Orientation Pricilia, Viona; Susilawaty, Lilis
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 9, No 3 (2025)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v9i3.34936

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While the number of stock investors in Indonesia has been growing, many particularly from Generation Z, who currently lead the market, continue to exhibit non-rational tendencies when making investment choices. These tendencies are frequently shaped by cognitive distortions such as representative, availability, and herding biases. This research investigates how these biases impact Gen Z’s stock investment decisions and explores whether long-term orientation moderates these effects. The research gathered responses from 349 Indonesian Generation Z participants through an online survey, with the data subsequently examined using the PLS-SEM method. The results show that representative bias, availability bias, and herding bias significantly influence investment decision making. Long-term orientation significantly moderates the effect of herding bias but does not significantly moderate the effect of representative bias or availability bias. This study encourages Generation Z investors to recognize the impact of behavioral biases and the importance of long-term thinking. It also suggests that regulators and market institutions develop educational programs to help reduce bias-driven decisions among young investors.
The Role of Job Satisfaction in Linking Work Environment and Motivation to Employee Performance: Evidence from an Electrical and Mechanical Contracting Company Kusno, Hendra Sanjaya; Santika, Sisca; Ramadhani, Ranita; Sari, Danar Retno
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v10i1.36895

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Numerous studies have examined the relationships among work environment, work motivation, job satisfaction, and employee performance, empirical findings remain inconsistent, particularly regarding the mediating role of job satisfaction. Moreover, research focusing on electro-mechanical contracting companies operating in project-based and high-risk environments remains limited. This study aims to analyze the influence of work environment and work motivation on employee performance, with job satisfaction as a mediating variable. The research was conducted at PT. XXX involving 41 employees using a saturated sampling technique. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling, Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) with bootstrapping to examine direct and indirect effects. The results indicate that work environment and work motivation significantly influence job satisfaction, and job satisfaction partially mediates their relationship with employee performance. However, the direct effects remain significant, suggesting complementary rather than full mediation. The findings reveal that in project-based organizational contexts, employee performance is shaped not only by psychological satisfaction but also by structural and operational demands. Theoretically, this study extends Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory and is further supported by Self-Determination Theory by demonstrating that satisfaction functions as a psychological transmission mechanism rather than the sole determinant of performance. Practically, the findings highlight the importance of simultaneously strengthening structural work systems and motivational strategies to enhance employee performance.
Governance of the Volkswagen Group's Global Value Chain in Europe from 2019 to 2025 Ramadhan, Muhammad Nur Rahardiansyah; Calista, Swettie Ayu; Bilqiis, Thufailah; Purbantina, Adiasri Putri
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v10i1.40373

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This study examines the governance structure of the Volkswagen Group’s global value chain in Europe from 2019 to 2025. This period is marked by intensified environmental regulation in the European automotive sector, with stricter emission-reduction targets and accelerated decarbonization strategies. Existing research on Volkswagen’s supply chain focuses on operational efficiency, production systems, and technological innovation, but pays limited attention to how environmental regulatory pressure shapes value chain governance in advanced manufacturing, even though global value chain theory suggests that regulatory pressure typically encourages firms to reorganize production networks through relocation strategies. However, Volkswagen Group presents an anomaly, as its production network remains highly centralized in Europe despite increasing regulatory pressure in the region. To address this gap, the study analyzes how governance structures within Volkswagen’s value chain under regulatory requirements. The research uses a qualitative design based on content analysis of secondary data, which includes company reports, sustainability reports, press releases, and academic publications. The Global Value Chain governance framework guides the assessment of transaction complexity, codification capability, and supplier capability. Findings indicate that Volkswagen’s value chain governance is best characterized as modular. This is reflected in high transaction complexity through JIT systems and product differentiation, strong codification capability via standardized supplier requirements and digital communication systems, and high supplier capability among technologically advanced suppliers
The Role of Bank Size Mediation Between Capital and Efficiency on Islamic Bank Profitability in GCC Region Marpaung, Reza Rahmad; Oktaviana, Ulfi Kartika
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v10i1.41206

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Islamic bank operating in GCC region controlled approximately 52.5% of total global Islamic financial asset at the end of 2023. However, this large share of asset has not been accompanied by optimal profitability. The purpose in this study to examine the influence of CAR and CIR on ROA of Islamic bank in GCC region during the period 2020–2024 with placing the role of bank size as a mediating variable. The method applied is quantitative method through causal associative approach. This study utilizes secondary data obtained from annual financial report of 24 Islamic banks in GCC region, which were determined based on purposive sampling techniques. Data processing and analysis were conducted using panel data regression to test the relationships among variables, taking into account the effect of each entity as well as time-series factors using Fixed Effect Model in EViews 12 software, along with sobel test to examine the mediating role of bank size. The result of the first structural analysis CAR was found to have a significant influence on bank size, while CIR showed no. Furthermore, in the second structural analysis CIR and bank size significantly affect ROA, while CAR showed no. The sobel test result show that bank size is unable to mediate the influence of CAR and CIR on ROA. These finding indicate that operational efficiency and bank scale factors in Islamic bank in GCC region play a greater role in determining ROA than capital adequacy level. This study provides insights and serves as a basis for assessing the influence of CAR, CIR, and bank size on ROA of Islamic bank operating in GCC region.
Mapping the Evolution of Quiet Quitting Research: A Five-Year Bibliometric and Topic Modeling Analysis Rahardian, Dwiky; Yuadi, Imam
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v10i1.32318

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Quiet quitting has emerged as a significant phenomenon in modern workplace dynamics, reflecting employee disengagement and dissatisfaction with organizational structures. This study provides a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of quiet quitting research over the past five years, utilizing data from the Scopus database and Orange Data Mining for analysis. The findings reveal key themes such as employee engagement, organizational culture, burnout, leadership, and workplace dynamics. The surge in publications related to remote and hybrid work during the period of the pandemic reflects a paradigm shift in academic literature towards the normalization of such work practices. Identifies five key thematic clusters, finding that Quiet Quitting and Organizational Structures and Employee Engagement and Workplace Analysis to be key themes. The insights underscore the need for a multidimensional approach, with implications for how organizations can foster more engaged workplaces by emphasizing supportive policies, kind and engaged leadership, and fairness in task allocation to mitigate the risk of quiet quitting. This study contributes to the literature through a new examination of research patterns to a qualitative research topic that utilized empirical methods drawing on a data-driven investigation highlighting pathways for which both researchers/academics and practitioners might consider exploring going forward.
The Effect of Capital Structure on the Financial Performance of Islamic Banks: Mediation of Liquidity Risk Nuzula, Nur Meilinda; Afendi, Arif; Mardhiyaturrositaningsih, Mardhiyaturrositaningsih
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v10i1.41261

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The study uses liquidity risk as a mediating variable to look at the relationship between Indonesian Islamic banks’ capital structure and financial performance. A quantitative methodology was applied using secondary panel data from 13 Islamic commercial banks for the years 2021-2024. Regression of panel data and the Sobel test in EViews 12 were used for the analysis. This study measures financial performance using variables related to liquidity risk and structural capital. The findings demonstrate that capital structure significantly and favorably affects liquidity risk as well as financial performance. Furthermore, financial performance is favorably and strongly impacted by liquidity risk. The Sobel test results demonstrate that liquidity risk serves as a mediating component in part. Regarding the relationship between financial performance and capital structure. These results demonstrate that strong management of liquidity and efficient debt management can boost Islamic banks' profitability.
E-Catalog System Quality and Its Impact on Behavioral Intention: The Mediating Role of Perceived Ease of Use and Perceived Usefulness Muslichah, Muslichah; Fatimah, Fatimah
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v10i1.37033

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E-catalog systems have become essential tools in the digital age, revolutionizing the way companies and organizations show their goods and services to consumers. This study investigates the direct and indirect effect of e-catalog system quality (ESQ) on behavioral intention (BI) with perceived ease of use (PEOU) and perceived usefulness (PU) as intervening variables. Based on a sample of 75 respondents, the results indicated that ESQ has a significant positive effect on BI, ESQ has a significant positive impact on PU and PEOU, PU and PEOU have a significant positive effect on BI, PU and PEOU mediate the relationship between ESQ and BI. This study adds to the theoretical frameworks of technology acceptance by offering insights unique to the governmental domain. Practical contributions encompass guiding government agencies in enhancing their e-catalog offerings. The study offers actionable insights for optimizing system design, user interfaces, and functionality, with the aim of improving user experiences and fostering higher adoption rates.
Brand Image as a Mediator of the Effect of Product Quality and Social Media Marketing on Consumer Purchasing Decisions in Endek MSMEs Gunawan, Komang Adi; Telagawathi, Ni Luh Wayan Sayang; Widiastini, Ni Made Ary
MEC-J (Management and Economics Journal) Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Faculty of Economics, State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/mec-j.v10i1.36863

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Digitalization has reshaped consumer behavior, yet prior studies show inconsistent evidence on whether brand image mediates the effects of social media marketing and product quality on purchasing decisions. This study examines these relationships in Endek MSMEs in Seririt District using a quantitative approach with SEM-PLS on 100 respondents. The results show that social media marketing and product quality significantly affect purchasing decisions, both directly and through brand image, which also exerts a strong independent influence. The study clarifies previous mediation inconsistencies and contributes practical insights for strengthening MSME competitiveness through improved digital marketing and product quality.