Towards Excellence in School Management: The Role of ICT, Community Partnerships, and Financial Transparency

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33650/al-tanzim.v10i2.14664
Authors

(1) * Lusi Kurniasari   (Universitas Persatuan Guru Republik Indonesia Semarang)  
        Indonesia
(2)  Nurkolis Nurkolis   (Universitas Persatuan Guru Republik Indonesia Semarang)  
        Indonesia
(3)  Ngasbun Egar   (Universitas Persatuan Guru Republik Indonesia Semarang)  
        Indonesia
(*) Corresponding Author

Abstract


This study aims to analyze the influence of information and communication technology (ICT) utilization, community partnerships, and financial management transparency on the quality of school management. This study employed a quantitative, explanatory survey design. The sample consisted of 123 respondents selected through proportional random sampling. Data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability. Multiple linear regression analysis was used to examine the partial and simultaneous effects of independent variables. The results showed that all variables had a positive and significant effect, both partially and simultaneously, accounting for 78.1% of the quality of school management, with ICT utilization as the most dominant factor. This study contributes by offering an integrated, digital, collaborative, and accountable governance model to improve the quality of school management. This study suggests that implementing an integrated, digital, collaborative, and accountable governance model can improve the overall effectiveness of school management. Schools are advised to maximize the use of ICT, strengthen collaboration among stakeholders, and establish transparent accountability systems to support faster, better decision-making.

Keywords

School Management, Community Partnerships, Financial Transparency, Accountability



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