THE ROLE OF GONTOR PESANTREN ALUMNI IN THE EFFORT OF SELF-DEVELOPMENT TOWARDS THE INDEPENDENCE OF SANTRIPRENEUR: A CASE STUDY

Abstract

This study presents the importance of the role of alumni in self-development efforts toward the independence of entrepreneurs. Even though extensive studies on the role of Pesantren alumni have been discussed, few discussions on the areas of self-development efforts towards entrepreneurs have been paid. For this reason, this study aims to explore the role of alumni of the Gontor Islamic boarding school in developing themselves towards the independence of entrepreneurs. This study employs a qualitative research design using a case study approach. Four participants, the Gontor Islamic Boarding School alumni who are members of the Business Forum (FORBIS) of the Gontor Modern Pondok Families Association (IKPM), were involved in various business fields recruited. The result shows that the role of alumni involved in the FORBIS forum significantly contributes to the independence of entrepreneurs that involves business development, business entrepreneurship, business finance, and business marketing. It contributes significantly to society, government, boarding schools, and self-development.