Optimizing Graduate Competitiveness through Service with Mathematical Economics and OBE

University graduates face the challenge of possessing high competitiveness in the increasingly competitive global job market, especially amidst rapid technological advancement and digitalization. To address this, the implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE), which focuses on measurable competency achievements, and economic mathematics as part of the higher education curriculum, can be a strategic solution. This study aims to examine the optimization of graduate competitiveness through community service by integrating OBE and economic mathematics into university curricula, as well as its impact on graduates' readiness to face workplace challenges. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data collection techniques including policy document analysis, in-depth interviews with education stakeholders, and case studies at universities that have integrated both approaches. The findings show that the implementation of OBE and integration of economic mathematics into the curriculum can enhance students' practical competencies, strengthen data-based decision-making and analytical abilities, and improve students' readiness for industry employment. This community service contributes significantly to universities in designing curricula that are more responsive to the global job market needs while also enhancing graduates' competitiveness at the international level. Programs such as the Raharja Enrichment Program (REP), which provide industry experience, also proved to enhance students' work readiness.

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ADI Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
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2025-05-24
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https://doi.org/10.34306/adimas.v5i2.1221
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Higher Education Learning Practices
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Optimizing Graduate Competitiveness through Service with Mathematical Economics and OBE

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ADI Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Higher Education Learning Practices
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Optimizing Graduate Competitiveness through Service with Mathematical Economics and OBE

L. Nirmala Devi, Po Abas Sunarya, Muhamad Yusup, Sondang Visiana Sihotang, Meriyana Sunengsih
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Abstract

University graduates face the challenge of possessing high competitiveness in the increasingly competitive global job market, especially amidst rapid technological advancement and digitalization. To address this, the implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE), which focuses on measurable competency achievements, and economic mathematics as part of the higher education curriculum, can be a strategic solution. This study aims to examine the optimization of graduate competitiveness through community service by integrating OBE and economic mathematics into university curricula, as well as its impact on graduates' readiness to face workplace challenges. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data collection techniques including policy document analysis, in-depth interviews with education stakeholders, and case studies at universities that have integrated both approaches. The findings show that the implementation of OBE and integration of economic mathematics into the curriculum can enhance students' practical competencies, strengthen data-based decision-making and analytical abilities, and improve students' readiness for industry employment. This community service contributes significantly to universities in designing curricula that are more responsive to the global job market needs while also enhancing graduates' competitiveness at the international level. Programs such as the Raharja Enrichment Program (REP), which provide industry experience, also proved to enhance students' work readiness.

ADI Pengabdian Kepada MasyarakatVol. 5(2)
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Higher Education Learning Practices
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