Managerial Role of Principals in Islamic Boarding School Quality

Peran Manajerial Kepala Sekolah dalam Kualitas Sekolah Asrama Islam

Authors

  • Farid Bilal Program Studi Manajemen Pendidikan Agama Islam, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo
  • Anita Puji Astutik Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21070/adabiyah.v6i2.1741

Keywords:

Islamic Boarding School, Principal, Managerial Role, Quality Management, Education Policy

Abstract

General background: The quality of Islamic educational institutions is strongly determined by the managerial capacity of principals as key leaders. Specific background: In boarding school settings, principals are not only responsible for administrative duties but also for ensuring holistic educational quality. Knowledge gap: Previous studies have often emphasized instructional leadership, yet limited research explores the comprehensive managerial functions of principals in Islamic boarding schools. Aim: This study aims to describe and analyze the managerial role of the principal in improving the quality of Islamic education institutions. Results: Using a qualitative approach with observation, interviews, and documentation at SMP Boarding School 09 Tanggulangin Sidoarjo, the findings reveal six core areas of principal’s managerial efforts: curriculum and learning management, human resource management, student management, facilities and infrastructure, financial management, and public relations. Novelty: This research highlights an integrated managerial framework that systematically strengthens institutional performance across multiple domains. Implications: The study underscores the strategic role of principals in sustaining quality improvement, offering insights for policymakers, school leaders, and stakeholders in Islamic education.

Highlights:

  • Principal’s managerial role is central to institutional quality.

  • Six managerial domains strengthen Islamic boarding school development.

  • Provides strategic insights for leadership in Islamic education.

Keywords: Islamic Boarding School; Principal; Managerial Role; Quality Management; Education Policy

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2025-09-11

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Bilal, F., & Anita Puji Astutik. (2025). Managerial Role of Principals in Islamic Boarding School Quality: Peran Manajerial Kepala Sekolah dalam Kualitas Sekolah Asrama Islam. Adabiyah: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam, 6(2), 10.21070/adabiyah.v6i2.1741. https://doi.org/10.21070/adabiyah.v6i2.1741

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