Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic and Practice Studies

Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic and Practice Studies Published by Goodwood Publishing, Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic and Practice Studies is an international peer-reviewed and scholarly journal promoting high-quality multidisciplinary research on social, humanity, economics, business, technology, and education. Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic and Practice Studies welcomes submissions of scientifically-developed research manuscripts aiming to provide solutions and innovation both scientifically and practically in every aspect of life.

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Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic and Practice Studies Published by Goodwood Publishing, Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic and Practice Studies is an international peer-reviewed and scholarly journal promoting high-quality multidisciplinary research on social, humanity, economics, business, technology, and education. Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic and Practice Studies welcomes submissions of scientifically-developed research manuscripts aiming to provide solutions and innovation both scientifically and practically in every aspect of life.

Published
2024-09-20

Articles

Choosing the most suitable sustainability report standard for banking industry: A case study of Bank ABC

Purpose: The banking industry plays a crucial role in sustainable practices. One tool that can be used to manage sustainability practices is sustainability report. Various standards are available for preparing sustainability reports, including POJK 51, GRI, TCFD, CDP, and IFRS. This wide range of standards highlights the complexity of sustainability issues and the varying information needs of stakeholders. This study seeks to identify which standard is best suited for the banking industry, using Bank ABC as a case study. Research Methodology: This study adopted both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Data for this study were obtained from literature reviews, interviews, and questionnaire responses from the participants. The respondents in this study were responsible for preparing the sustainability reports at Bank ABC. To select the best standard, the author uses the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) technique. Results: The best sustainability reporting standard used for banking in Indonesia was POJK 51 with a priority score of 42.66%. This result is likely because the bank's main priority is to comply with the regulations. The GRI standard received second priority with a score of 26,62%, and the SASB standard received third priority with a score of 8,5%. Limitations: The scope of this research is limited to Bank ABC as a case study. Contribution: This research can provide recommendations to the OJK to consider the use of the GRI standard or SASB as the sustainability reporting standard for the banking industry in Indonesia.

The influence of work team and work environment on the character of loyalty to the organization (Study at the Hikmah Masamba General Hospital)

Purpose: This study aimed to determine the influence of the work team and work environment on the character of loyalty to the organization. Research Methodology: This descriptive quantitative research was conducted using 50 employees and staff of the Hikmah Masamba General Hospital Hikmah Masamba General Hospital, especially in the field of HR of nursing services, totaling 26 people, and the HR field of midwifery services totaling 24 people with a total population of 50 people. the total population of 50 people. The sampling method in this research was a saturated sampling technique, where all members of the population were sampled, totaling 50 people. data collection. This study uses using SPSS26 as a tool. The SPSS26 analysis tool had a significant effect, both partially and simultaneously, on employee loyalty Hikmah Masamba Hospital, Results: The work team and work environment have a significant effect, both partially and simultaneously, on the character of loyalty. Limitations: The limitation of this research is the lack of data sources that were only carried out by one agency. Contribution: It is hoped that this research will become a source of reference for future research on loyalty characteristics.

The influence of communication, teamwork and work culture on the performance of employees of the regional procurement bureau of goods and services of Riau Islands Province with self-efficacy as intervening variables

Purpose: This study aimed to determine the Influence of Communication, Teamwork and Work Culture on Performance Through Employee Self-Efficacy as an Intervening Variable. Methods: The sample in this study was employees of the Riau Islands Provincial Bureau of Procurement of Goods and Services. The number of samples used was 103 respondents. The obtained data were analyzed using data analysis techniques with AMOS 24.0. Results: The proposed communication affects performance, teamwork affects performance, work culture affects performance, communication affects self-efficacy, teamwork affects self-efficacy, work culture affects self-efficacy, communication affects performance through self-efficacy, teamwork affects performance through self-efficacy, and work culture affects performance through self-efficacy.

Evaluation of the performance of crowdfunding sharinghappiness.org in mobilizing the active role of the community to achieve SDGS 1.1

Abstract Purpose: Indonesia grapples with significant social challenges, notably extreme poverty, which are a key concern in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Crowdfunding has emerged as an innovative approach to address this issue, empowering communities to contribute actively to social change. Sharinghappiness.org, a prominent Indonesian crowdfunding platform, plays a crucial role in mobilizing public participation to support poverty alleviation campaigns. However, its effectiveness in maximizing engagement and achieving fundraising goals requires further investigation. Research Methodology: This study comprehensively evaluates the performance of Sharinghappiness.org in mobilizing active community participation, particularly in relation to SDG 1.1, which focuses on eradicating extreme poverty. This study analyzes factors influencing public participation, including donor trust, ease of access and transactions, transparency in fund management, influencer impact, brand awareness, and platform inclusivity. Employing a qualitative approach, data were gathered through in-depth interviews with five key informants possessing in-depth knowledge of the platform's operations and social campaigns and a perception survey involving 57 respondents to gain broader insights from platform users. Results: The findings highlight the critical role of donor trust and ease of transaction in driving public participation. Transparency in fund management and clear reporting are vital for fostering donor loyalty. While the platform utilizes influencer marketing, further optimization is needed to expand reach and awareness, particularly by involving influencers with audiences relevant to the platform's mission. Inclusivity remains a challenge, requiring efforts to actively engage marginalized communities through tailored programs and campaigns. This study offers strategic recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of crowdfunding platforms in mobilizing communities and achieving their social goals, particularly in alleviating extreme poverty (SDG 1.1). Recommendation: Key recommendations include improving user experience, adopting structured marketing strategies, expanding collaboration with influencers and organizations, and addressing inclusivity challenges. By implementing these recommendations, Sharinghappiness.org and similar platforms can strengthen public trust, boost community participation, and make a more substantial contribution towards achieving SDG 1.1 targets in Indonesia, serving as an example of other platforms seeking to maximize their social impact.

The influence of motivation, organizational commitment and workload on job satisfaction of regional officials with competency as an intervening variable in the Regional Financial and Asset Agency of Riau Islands Province

Purpose: This study analyzes the influence of motivation, organizational commitment, and workload on the job satisfaction of regional officials, with competency as an intervening variable in the Riau Islands Province Regional Financial and Asset Agency. In 2023, 11,380 files (49.26 %) experienced delays in processing from SPP to SP2D for 3 – 10 days. Research Methodology: Using primary data from 143 employees, this study found that motivation had no significant direct effect on job satisfaction. On the other hand, motivation, commitment, and workload have been proven to have a significant influence on competence, highlighting the importance of motivation to improve employee performance. Competence has also been proven to be a significant mediator between motivation, commitment, and workload and job satisfaction. Recommendation: The proposed recommendation is to focus on increasing work motivation and other aspects that have a more direct influence on employee satisfaction to increase job satisfaction.