Application of Islamic Education Management Principles in Pesantren Business Units

The function of pesantren’s business units is not only to support the economic independence of the pesantren, but also as practical educational platforms for students and as instruments for community empowerment. This study aims to describe the implementation of Islamic educational management principles in the management of BMT Al Anfa’ Tarbiyatul Ulum as a business unit of Pondok Pesantren Tarbiyatul Ulum, Pekuwon, Rengel, Tuban, using a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis, and were examined using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that BMT Al Anfa’ has implemented Islamic educational management principles that have enabled the institution to establish professional, trustworthy, and sustainable governance. These principles are reflected in: (1) the clarity of organizational goals; (2) a systematically structured organizational; (3) fair and proportional task distribution based on competence; (4) clearly defined work authority regulated through SOPs and internal decisions; and (5) the implementation of work discipline fostered through the habituation of pesantren values and Islamic work culture. This implementation not only supports the pesantren’s economic independence but also enhances service quality and strengthens the socio-economic role of the pesantren.