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International Journal of Economics (IJEC)
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International Journal of Economics (IJEC) E-ISSN. 2961-712X is a refereed publication that comes to address the Economic and Administration challenges that economic units of various nature face in today’s rapidly changing international economic environment. It is designed to publish original and high quality research work that will cast light in contemporary issues and will pave the way for the application of mould-braking solutions. IJEC’s general scope is to stimulate, promote and disseminate contemporary research that will have a significant impact on the theory and practice of Businesses, Public Organizations and other Institutions. IJEC’s aims to bridge the gap between theoretical developments and applied, policy-oriented research, becoming the ideal vehicle of advancing innovative ideas in the framework of entities’ economic management and general administration. In this context, the International Journal of Economics (IJEC) is bound to have a distinctive interdisciplinary profile, destined to cover a wide variety of topics spanning from Business Economics to Management, Finance, Accounting, Insurance, Risk Management, Auditing, Banking, International Economics, and Social Science. The ultimate mission of the International Journal of Economics (IJEC) is to constitute a valuable resource of scientific knowledge and applied research results for academics, practitioners and policy-makers becoming an indispensable ally in tackling modern economy’s challenges.
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The Influence of PAF Leadership, Experience, and Effectiveness of Audit Procedures on Audit Quality in Public Accounting Firms (PAFs) in Medan Hasbullah, Firman; Susanto
International Journal of Economics (IJEC) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): July-December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1419

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This study analyzes the influence of Public Accounting Firm (KAP) leadership, auditor experience, and audit procedure effectiveness on audit quality at KAP operating in Medan City. The benefits of this study are expected to provide empirical contributions to the development of professional audit practices in Indonesia, especially in improving audit quality by strengthening leadership, auditor training, and improving audit procedures. The formulation of the problems raised is as follows: (1) Does KAP leadership affect audit quality? (2) Does auditor experience affect audit quality? (3) Does the effectiveness of the audit procedure affect audit quality?. The method used in this study was a quantitative method with an explanatory approach. The research sample consists of auditors who work at KAP in Medan and have a minimum of two years of work experience. Data were collected using a closed questionnaire with a Likert scale and data analysis was performed using multiple linear regression. The results indicate that KAP leadership and audit procedure effectiveness have a positive and significant effect on audit quality, with a t-statistic value of 3.612 and a p value of 0.001 (<0.05). Audit Procedure Effectiveness (X3) also has a positive and significant effect on audit quality, with a t-statistic value of 2.789 and a p value of 0.007 (<0.05). However, auditor experience does not show a statistically significant effect, with a p value of 0.225 (>0.05). These results indicate that managerial roles and work procedure systems have a greater impact on audit success than individual auditor experience. This study recommends the importance of improving leadership quality and periodic evaluation of audit procedures as a strategy to improve audit quality in KAP
Social Influence, Price, and Product Traits on E-Cigarette Use: Perceived Benefits as Mediator, Social Media and Regulation as Moderators (Surabaya Adult Smokers) Paramitha, Intan Tirzana; Cempena, Ida Bagus; Budiarti, Endah
International Journal of Economics (IJEC) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): July-December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1422

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This study aimed to examine the impact of social influence, price perception, and product characteristics on the decision to use e-cigarettes, with perceived benefits as a mediator and social media and government regulations as moderators. The research adopted a quantitative approach with a causal-explanatory design, targeting legally adult smokers in Surabaya who use or have switched to e-cigarettes and are active on social media. Using purposive sampling, 182 respondents were selected, and data were analyzed using SEM-PLS 4.0. The findings revealed several key insights: (1) Social factors, price perception, and product characteristics all positively and significantly influenced e-cigarette usage decisions. (2) These three factors also significantly enhanced perceived benefits, which in turn positively affected usage decisions. However, (3) social media and government regulations did not significantly moderate the relationship between perceived benefits and e-cigarette use, suggesting that individual consumer context plays a stronger role than external influences. The study’s implications highlight that manufacturers should prioritize product quality and competitive pricing to attract consumers, while policymakers should focus on public education regarding e-cigarette safety and risks. Since social media and regulations showed limited moderating effects, tailored strategies based on consumer behavior may be more effective than broad regulatory measures. This research contributes to understanding the drivers of e-cigarette adoption, offering practical insights for businesses and regulators in Indonesia’s growing vaping market
A Improving Supply Chain Performance using the Supply Chain Operation Reference Digital Standard (SCOR DS) V14.0 Racetrack Model at PT Cipta Krida Bahari Kalimantan Area. Tetelepta, Jerry; Ulfi Pristiana; Prastiwi, Estik Hari
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1444

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The purpose of this study is to improve the supply chain performance of PT Cipta Krida Bahari (CKB) in the Kalimantan area by applying the Supply Chain Operation Reference Digital Standard (SCOR DS) version 14.0 Racetrack model, with a particular focus on solving issues related to reliability and asset utilization. This study employed a quantitative descriptive method using a case study approach. Primary data were collected through direct observation, structured interviews with key supply chain managers, and an analysis of internal company reports. The SCOR DS v14.0 Racetrack model was used as a framework for diagnosing performance gaps and identifying targeted improvements across key attributes in five stages: engaging, defining, analyzing, planning, and launching. Performance measurement is carried out starting from level-2 then down to level-3 performance metrics. The results in level-2 performance metrics belonging to reliability show that there is one metric that does not meet the 100% target, namely RL.2.2, delivery performance to the original customer commit date of 89.94%. In level-3 performance metrics, of the two metrics, there is one metric that has gaps, namely RL.3.3 customer commit date achievement of 5.06%. With these gaps, the implications of this research suggest for improvement projects referring to the best practices in the SCOR guide, namely BP.017 Distribution Planning, BP.042 Procurement Terms & Conditions Review, BP.055 Freight Carrier Delivery Performance Evaluation, and Regular Reconciliation Meetings. This study contributes a novel application of SCOR DS v14.0 Racetrack in a logistics and freight forwarding company context, where the model has been rarely implemented, especially in emerging markets. It also provides a replicable case study for improving service reliability in complex geographical regions such as Kalimantan, Indonesia
Analysis of the Effect of Tourist Facilities and Accessibility on Intention to Revisit Through Trust as an Intervening Variable on Sarangan Lake Tourism Oksatana, Miga; Halik, Abdul; Fianto, Achmad Yanu Alif
International Journal of Economics (IJEC) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): July-December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1453

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One of the main industries that support the Indonesian economy is tourism, which has enormous potential. One of them is Telaga Sarangan tourism, located on the slopes of Mount Lawu, Plaosan District, Magetan, East Java.This study aims to analyze the effect of tourism facilities and accessibility on interest in revisiting Telaga Sarangan tourism, with trust as an intervening variable. A quantitative approach is used in this study is. The population in this study was Bank Jatim employees who visited tourist attractions. The sample consisted of 100 employees. The analysis method used was Partial Least Square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) using SmartPLS 4.0. The results of the study showed that 1) tourism facilities had a significant effect on trust, with a path coefficient value of 0.432 and a p-value of 0.022 (<0.05). 2) Accessibility had a significant effect on trust, with a path coefficient of 0.450 and a p-value of 0.006 (p<0.05). 3) Tourism facilities did  not have a significant direct effect on the intention to revisit, with a path coefficient of 0.024 and a p-value of 0.887 (>0.05). 4) Accessibility does not have a significant effect on the intention to revisit, with a path coefficient of 0.097 and a p-value of 0.540 (> 0.05); 5) trust has a significant effect on the intention to revisit, with a path coefficient of 0.725 and a p-value of 0.000 (< 0.05); 6) trust mediates the relationship between tourism facilities and the intention to revisit, with a path coefficient of mediation of 0.314 and a p-value of 0.044 (< 0.05); and 7) trust mediates the relationship between accessibility and the intention to revisit, with a path coefficient of mediation of 0.326 and a p-value of 0.016 (< 0.05)
Optimalising Digital Marketing and Service Quality to Enhance Customer Loyalty in the Digital-Economy Era Ferianto, Maidar; Widodo, Slamet; Siregar, Nurafrina
International Journal of Economics (IJEC) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): July-December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1456

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This study investigates how digital-marketing practices and service-quality improvements jointly foster customer loyalty within Indonesia’s rapidly expanding digital economy. A systematic quantitative literature review combined with meta-analytic synthesis was employed to integrate findings from peer-reviewed empirical studies published between 2018 and 2025 that applied structural-equation modelling (SEM) or partial least squares (PLS). The review confirms that (1) digital-marketing factors—especially social media engagement, personalised content and marketing innovation—and (2) electronic service-quality (e-SERVQUAL) dimensions such as assurance, responsiveness and website usability exert significant positive effects on customer loyalty (path coefficients range β = 0.24–0.89, p < 0.05). Customer satisfaction, perceived value and trust consistently mediate these relationships. The findings offer managers evidence-based guidelines to balance promotional investments with service-quality enhancements, thereby sustaining loyalty and competitive advantage
Lean Management Implementation to Improve Productivity and Efficiency in Electrical Construction Projects: A Case Study at Bozer Construction Unipessoal LDA, Timor Leste De Carvalho Belo, Gabriel Barreto
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1459

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This study aims to evaluate the implementation of Lean Management principles and their impact on productivity and efficiency in electrical construction projects, focusing on a case study at Bozer Construction Unipessoal LDA in Timor Leste.The research employs a qualitative descriptive method using a single embedded case study design. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with key project staff, direct field observations, and analysis of internal project documentation.The study found that Lean tools—specifically Just-In-Time (JIT), Kaizen, and Total Quality Management (TQM)—significantly contributed to minimizing waste, improving scheduling accuracy, and enhancing workforce coordination. However, challenges were encountered, including limited knowledge of Lean concepts, cultural resistance to bottom-up improvement processes, and logistical barriers in maintaining timely material delivery.Despite constraints, the adoption of Lean strategies yielded measurable performance improvements: reduced project delays, enhanced material efficiency, and improved quality control. This case illustrates that Lean Management can be adapted effectively even in resource-constrained, post-conflict settings like Timor Leste.This study contributes to the limited empirical literature on Lean Construction in Southeast Asia, offering practical insights for similar developing country contexts. It demonstrates that local adaptation and incremental implementation of Lean principles can lead to substantial gains in project delivery performance
The Influence of Financial Performance, Environmental Performance, and Governance on Sustainability Reporting: The Moderating Role of Public Demand Dwiyani, Titik; Sedjati, Dwi Poetra; Widiyaningsih, Vitalis Ari; Putra, Alfa Santoso Budiwidjojo
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1465

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This study examines the relationship between financial performance, environmental performance, and corporate governance on sustainability disclosures (sustainability reports). Financial performance is measured using liquidity, solvency, and profitability, whereas environmental performance is measured using environmental costs and the PROPER rating achieved by the company. The corporate governance variable in this study was measured through independent commissioners, audit committees, and institutional ownership. The dependent variable is sustainability disclosure (sustainability reports). This study uses a population and sample of non-cyclical sector companies that published financial statements and sustainability reports from 2021 to 2023. The sample was selected using stratified random sampling, resulting in 135 companies meeting the research criteria. Data analysis employed classical assumption testing and hypothesis testing using the least-squares method. The findings indicate that financial performance, environmental cost-related performance, and institutional ownership significantly influence sustainability reporting. In contrast, PROPER-based environmental performance, independent commissioners, and audit committees did not have a significant effect. The moderating variable, community/media pressure, did not moderate the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. These findings serve as a reference for encouraging better corporate governance practices to support environmental sustainability, thus fostering harmony in environmental preservation
The Impact of TikTok Marketing on Consumer Motivation and Purchase Decisions for Tourism Products in Labuan Bajo Widilestari, Christine; Masriah, Masriah; Nugroho, Agung Yuliyanto; Putrianti, Flora Grace; Anshoriyah, Sofiyatul
International Journal of Economics (IJEC) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): July-December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1466

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This study aims to describe the impact of social media, specifically TikTok, on advertising and marketing in Labuan Bajo's tourism industry. The study was conducted in Labuan Bajo with approximately 100 respondents, and data was collected and analyzed quantitatively to assess the influence of social media on consumer behavior and purchasing decisions. This study examines the effectiveness of TikTok as a promotional and marketing tool in encouraging consumers to purchase tourism products in Labuan Bajo. The findings indicate that TikTok is a viable promotional medium that can have a significant impact on consumer decision-making when it comes to culinary products. The use of this social media platform has a notable influence on the tourism industry in Labuan Bajo
Analysis of the Influence of the Tourism Sector on Regional Original Income in Batu City Candraningtyas, Callista Vania; Wijaya, Riko Setya; Perdana, Putra
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1468

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This study aims to determine the extent of influence of the number of tourists, hotel occupancy rates, and the number of restaurants on local revenue in Batu City for the period 2011-2023. The data used in this study were secondary data obtained using a quantitative approach. The data are in the form of Time Series data on the number of tourist visits, hotel occupancy rates, number of restaurants, and local revenue in Batu City. Data were processed using SPSS 25 with multiple linear regression analysis. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the number of tourists, hotel occupancy rates, and number of restaurants have a significant effect on local revenue in Batu City. Partially or individually, the number of tourists has a significant effect, the hotel occupancy rate has a significant negative effect, and the number of restaurants has no significant effect on local revenue in Batu City for the period 2011-2023
Analysis of the Influence of Atom Peanut Product Marketing Strategy on Purchase Decision of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) (Study at CV Ud Sanjaya in Natar, South Lampung) saputra, agung syawal; M.Oktaviannur
International Journal of Economics (IJEC) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): July-December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijec.v4i2.1264

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The purpose of this research is to examine how the 7P marketing mix strategy (product, price, promotion, place, people, process, and physical evidence) impacts consumer decisions to purchase peanuts at CV UD Sanjaya in Natar, South Lampung. This study uses a quantitative approach that combines descriptive and verificative techniques, along with purposive sampling for a sample of 100 respondents. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression after questionnaires were collected from November to December 2024. With an R Square value of 0.855, this study's findings demonstrate that all seven Ps of the marketing mix significantly impact consumers' decisions to buy, indicating that the independent variables are responsible for 85.5% of the variation in purchasing decisions. Partially, all dimensions of the marketing mix show a significant influence with a significance value of < 0.05, where Physical Evidence has the strongest influence (β = 0.540). This study provides practical implications for the development of SME marketing strategies and suggests the importance of an integrated marketing approach that considers all the elements of the marketing mix to enhance consumer purchasing decisions