Accounting Staff Module Development Using Project-Based Learning Model To Improve Competence According Industry Needs

This study aims to develop a learning module that is used to improve technical and interpersonal competencies specifically for accounting vocational school outputs, namely as accounting staff. This study was conducted because a gap was found between the competency needs of the industry and the current curriculum structure. Based on a survey conducted by BPS, the highest open unemployment rate is occupied by vocational high school graduates. Where in this case study, SMK Satya Bhakti 2 Jakarta in the concentration of accounting expertise in the last three years only 1 out of 82 graduates worked as accounting staff. This shows that a better learning ecosystem is needed, one of which is by providing modules that encourage graduates to have competence as accounting staff. The development of this module is structured using the ADDIE model (Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation & Evaluation). The study begins with an analysis of user needs in the business world & industry, followed by the preparation of the design and development which are then implemented or tested to book reviewers to ensure that this learning module is suitable for use. The learning approach used is project-based learning, used to improve students' thinking skills to be more active to finish the project and get real experience. This is supported by various previous studies that the development of learning modules can increase student independence, problem-solving skills, critical thinking and be more motivated to be involved in the learning process with the rresult high competencies