The Universal Values of Integrity Ūlul Al-Bāb through Work Ethic to Achievement Motivation and Performance of Lecturer at Islamic State University

This research explores the existential role of Ūlul Al-bāb's universal values ​​in improving work ethic, achievement motivation, and performance at UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang. Using quantitative methods and Partial Least Square-Sequential Equation Model (PLS-SEM) analysis, this research examines the relationship between variables, emphasizing the mediating role of work ethic. Two hundred respondents were selected from a population of 506 permanent lecturers. The research results show a positive and significant relationship between Ūlul Al-bāb values ​​and work ethic and performance, which confirms that internalization of objective, moderate, and transcendental principles can improve the performance of lecturers in the institution. However, the direct relationship with achievement motivation obtained insignificant results. This research also proves that work ethic emerges as an important mediator, connecting Ūlul Al-bāb values ​​with achievement motivation and performance. These findings confirm that a strong work ethic must translate these values ​​into performance improvements. The practical implications include human resource management in higher education.