Strategic Management in Improving the Quality of Teachers to Improve Students' Competence at Imam Syafi'i Islamic Boarding School, Brebes

Mam Syafi'i Islamic Boarding School in Brebes plays an important role in shaping the character and competence of students amid the challenges of globalization and the development of information technology. This study aims to analyze the implementation of strategic management in improving the quality of teachers and its impact on the competence of students. Good teacher quality, which includes in-depth knowledge, pedagogical skills, and the ability to create a conducive learning environment, is key in the learning process. Through a qualitative approach, this study collected data from interviews, observations, and documentation to evaluate the teaching strategies implemented. The results show that curriculum integration, active learning methods, and practical skills training contribute significantly to improving santri competencies. In addition, santri involvement in the learning process and pesantren management support are also important factors in achieving educational goals. This research is expected to provide a strategic management model that can be adopted by other educational institutions to holistically improve teaching quality and santri competencies