Spiritual Values-Based Islamic Education Quality Management A Comprehensive Analysis

Abstract

The management of Islamic education quality is experiencing a paradigm expansion, no longer focusing solely on the quantitative-academic dimension, but also on the qualitative-spiritual dimension. Spiritual values derived from Islamic teachings are the core identity and primary differentiator of Islamic educational institutions. This journal article aims to conduct an in-depth and systematic study of the concept, implementation, challenges, and strategies for strengthening spiritual values-based Islamic education quality management. This research uses qualitative research methods with an exploratory and analytical library research approach. Data were collected from primary and secondary sources such as the Qur'an, Hadith, textbooks, and relevant scientific journal articles, then analyzed thematically and philosophically. The results show that the integration of spiritual values such as sincerity (ikhlas), trustworthiness (amanah), steadfastness (istiqamah), exemplary conduct (qudwah hasanah), and reliance on God (tawakal) into the quality management cycle (planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and developing) creates a holistic approach called Total Spiritual Quality Management. The implementation of this model contributes to the comprehensive improvement of educational process and output quality, the formation of an Islamic organizational culture, and the strengthening of students' character (shakhsiyah islamiyah). However, complex implementation challenges, ranging from misconceptions and weak transformational-spiritual leadership to a lack of integrated evaluation instruments, hinder system optimization. Therefore, strategic reconstruction is needed through strengthening spiritual leadership, developing an Islamic performance management system, and internalizing values through systematic and sustainable acculturation programs.