Showing papers in "KnE Social Sciences in 2020"

Effect of Celebrity Endorser Through Social Media on Organic Cosmetic Purchasing Intention Mediated with Attitude

Abstract: A rapid information and communication technology development results in the change of community’s lifestyle in online shopping. Online marketing strategy should be taken to improve organic cosmetic purchasing intention through Instagram, one of which is to use celebrity endorser in advertisement. Considering Theory of Planned Behavior, this research employed purchase intention, attitude toward advertisement, trustworthiness, expertise, attractiveness variables. The objective of research was to find out the effect of celebrity endorser on attitude toward advertisement and organic cosmetic purchase intention through Instagram. Technique of collecting data used was Google form through social media, Instagram. This research employed Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Maximum Likelihood estimation model. The result of analysis on 200 respondents showed that there is a positive effect of celebrity’s trustworthiness, celebrity’s expertise, celebrity’s attractiveness on Attitude toward advertisement and organic cosmetic purchase intention through Instagram. In addition, attitude toward advertisement serves as imperfect mediation of celebrity’s trustworthiness, celebrity’s expertise, celebrity’s attractiveness and purchase intention. Keywords: Celebrity endorser; Trustworthiness; Attractiveness; Expertise; Theory of Planned Behavior; Attitude Toward Advertisement; Purchasing Intention; Organic Cosmetic; Social Media

Effect of Working Discipline Toward Performance: An Empirical Investigation

Abstract: This research was conducted at the FIF Group Company in Riau Indonesia. The aim of this study is to determine the influence of work discipline on employee performance. The research sampled the views of every employeeat the company.Data analysis was undertaken via a simple linear regression test and coefficient of determination test. The research results showed that t_count (7.782) is bigger than t_value (2.015), and we concluded that Ha accepted and H0 is rejected, so there is a significant relationship between work discipline with performance. While the R2 test of 57.9%, while 42.1% influenced by other factors are not examined in this study. Keywords: Discipline Work, Employee Performance, Indonesia

The Effect of Job Stress on Turnover Intention through Job Satisfaction of Government Commercial Bank Employees

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to explain the effect of job stress and job satisfaction on staff turnover rates. The study population was drawn from employees of government commercial banks in East Java, Indonesia. With multi-stage sampling techniques, a research sample of 600 people was obtained. The analysis technique uses descriptive analysis and path analysis. The findings of the study prove that job stress has a positive and significant effect directly or indirectly on job satisfaction. keywords: Job stress, job satisfaction, turnover intention

Audit Report Lag and Its Determinants

Abstract: Audit report lag is an important issue because it can affect the timeliness of accounting information that is used by internal and external users for their decision making. This study aims to examine the influence of profitability, solvency, company size, and the reputation of public accounting firms on the audit report lag. We collected data from 40 Indonesian mining companies annual reports from 2013 to 2017. The hypotheses were tested by using multiple regression analysis. The results show that profitability and company size have significant negative impacts on audit report lag, but solvency and reputation public accounting firm have no effect. The results of this study can be taken into consideration for companies as well as possible so that they can submit financial reports in a timely manner. Keywords: profitability, solvency, company size, reputation public accounting firm, audit report lag

Hermeneutica Hybrid Contract in Syaria Accounting Perspective

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to find out how the concept of hybrid contract is perceived amongst Muslim communities in Islamic banking. The hybrid contract concept was an innovative Islamic banking product designed to fulfill the needs of banking transactions in sharia banks. A transaction in a financial institution must not be separated from a set of financial statements in the accounting system. A Sharia-operated bank must apply the concept of sharia accounting, including accounting records of hybrid contract transactions. Using the qualitative method of hermeneutic phenomenology, this study concludes that in practice, the accounting records at the beginning of the transactions of “murabahah bil wakalah” (Syariah transaction) reflect directly on the ownership of the assets of murabaha by the bank. Whereas, before the asset belongs to the bank (which is represented by the customer), there is a previous contract that is “wakalah”. The occurrence of this wakalah contract is not included in accounting records. Therefore, if one only looks at the accounting records of a bank, it is impossible to gain a clear overview of a transaction with the agreement “murabahah bil wakalah”. Whereas, in accounting calculation using the “musyarakah mutanaqisah” contract, accounting treatment that acknowledged the financing of musyarakah, then in its presentation, there is certainly a Financial Position Report (balance sheet) showing the financing musyarakah as a whole. Keywords: Hybrid Contract, Sharia Accounting, Accounting Recording

Perceptions of Service Quality and Corporate Image Against Satisfaction and Customer Loyalty

Abstract: The purpose of the study looked at the influence: (1) Perceptions of service quality and corporate image directly on customer satisfaction; (2) Perceptions of service quality, corporate image, and satisfaction directly on customer loyalty; (3) Perceptions service quality and corporate image indirectly on loyalty through customer satisfaction at Travel Prima. The type of research data used comes from the primary (interview questionnaire to the respondent) and secondary (scientific books, articles, or internet). The data is processed quantitatively by path statistical analysis method using SPSS version 23.0. The conclusion of the analysis results can be drawn is: (1) Perceptions of service quality and corporate image directly have a significant positive effect against customer satisfaction; (2) Perceptions of service quality, corporate image, and satisfaction directly have a significant positive effect against customer loyalty; (3) Perceptions of service quality and corporate image indirectly have a significant positive effect against loyalty through customer satisfaction at Travel Prima (Samarinda City). Keywords: perceptions of service quality; corporate image; satisfaction; customer loyalty

Blended Learning for Augmented Reality to Increase Student Competitiveness the Filling Subject Toward Making Indonesia 4.0

Abstract: Human resource development can be done by various step such as improvement of quality education especially model and learning methode. The Filling Subject is the important thing to increase the competitiveness of student at Vacational Hight School especialy Administration Department. Today teachers just have conventional methode to deliver their knowledge. Therefor student hard to understand the knowledge that delivered by teacher. Indonesia’s government have launced policy that called Making Indonesia 4.0 againts this global era. Blended Learning is one of the effective methode to deliver knowledge to students because this methode make student understand easily. Augmented Reality is one of the technology that can be collaborated with Blended Learning. This study purposed to create modul based on Augmented Reality as Blended Learning implementation in Filling Subject at Vocational Hight School Malang Regency. The study method modified from research and development models that called 4-D (define, design, develop, and disseminate). This study using quantitative dan qualitative data that collected from questionnaire. The questionnaire will be given to the material expert, the media expert and the students in Administration Departement at Vacational Hight School Malang Regency. The result of this study are: 1) product has been validate by the material expert of Filling Subject; 2) product has been validate by the media expert of Augmented Reality; 3) product has been implemented with Blended Learning Model to the Administration Departement Student in the Vacational Hight School Malang Recency and succeed to increase their competence in the Filling Subject. The implementation of Blended Learning for Augmented Reality suggested to be implemented in the other learning subject because it is very effective to increase the student competitiveness and make learning that done by teacher more easily. Keywords: Augmented Reality, Blended Learning, Filling Subject, Module, Vacational Hight School.

Development Educational Material Topeng Malang with the Augmented Reality for Supporting Character

Abstract: Strengthening the quality of education, especially in the arts and culture, in Indonesia is very important. This can be achieved via the application of technology. Malang is a city that has a lot of traditional cultures, such as masks (Topeng), of which there are about 67 designs. It is a challenge in developing learning materials for Topeng Malang. The influence of the inclusion of modern styles is one of the factors stimulating the decline of Malang people’s insights related to traditional culture such as Topeng Malang. This research is related to the strengthening of Topeng Malang education media material by using AR technology. This research focuses on insightful content relating to characters in Topeng Malang, especially for supporting models. This research is carried out through descriptive procedural models, which must be followed to produce a development product — data was obtained by interview, data observation, and documentation. Observation data consisted of reference data for the description of supporting character models namely Pranajiwa and Emban, visuals in the form of Topeng Malang, library data and surveys from the target audience. Keywords: Topeng Malang, Augmented Reality, Support character model

Measuring Tourism Seasonality Across Selected Mediterranean Countries

Abstract: Seasonality, as one of the key features of tourist activity, represents an unavoidable topic in scientific and professional analyses, whose aim it is to determine its causal effects. The economic consequences of seasonality are the kind of consequences that are most often emphasized and considered in discussions. They include inefficiencies in resource use, income variability, changes in the employment level, etc. However, only a few analyses have provided a more in-depth discussion of the common problems of seasonality among the Mediterranean countries. The most commonly used method of calculating the Gini coefficient will be used in order to estimate seasonality. This coefficient is characterized by certain advantages, such as taking into account the distribution asymmetry and the relative insensitivity to extreme values, as well as the stability indication of overnight stays distribution in a single year. Based on individual calculations of the seasonality index, this paper will provide a unique view of the similarities and differences between countries with regards to seasonal tourism oscillations. The analysis will cover the total number of tourists’ overnight stays in hotels and similar accommodation facilities, RevPAR revenue, and the average room price – ADR per month between 2007 and 2017. This paper will focus on determining the seasonal characteristics of the selected Mediterranean countries. The quantitative seasonality calculation will be a key indicator for seasonality measurements across different research areas. The contribution of this paper is reflected in the application of financial and non-financial indicators in hotel business that has not yet been implemented. Keywords: Tourism seasonality, RevPAR, ADR, gini index

Analysis of Atittude factors Toward Entrepreneurial Intention in Indonesian

Abstract: Entrepreneurship not only reduces unemployment but also improves national economies. This study aims to determine whether the attitude factor influences the entrepreneurial intentions of students in the city of Pekanbaru, Indonesia.The research uses a quantitative approach with SPSS 23 software as a data analysis tool. There were 224 respondents, comprised of students from three tertiary institutions. The results suggest that Perceived Confidence correlated with entrepreneurial intent means strong, meaningful and unidirectional while the Security and Work Load implies less strong, and not unidirectional. Keywords: Attitude factors, Entrepreneur Intention, Perceived Confidence, Security and Work Load,

Islamic Tourism: The Characteristics, Concept and Principles

Abstract: The Islamic economic sector has grown rapidly in Malaysia and Islamic businesses can be found in a wide range of sectors including culinary, Islamic finance, Islamic takaful (insurance and mortgage) industries, fashion, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, entertainment, and tourism industries. Islamic tourism, in particular, offers a new means of developing the tourism industry in Malaysia whilst maintaining the ethics, culture and values of Islam. Islamic tourism is not defined as a visit to the mosque alone, but the visit is closely related to nature, culture, or creativity that integrates with Islamic values. Currently, the concept of adherence to Islam (which has been called as Shariah-compliant) has gained traction across the globe. In response to this new lifestyle trend, many countries (including those such as Korea, Japan, Australia, Thailand, and New Zealand which do not have a domestic Muslim majority) are beginning to introduce tourism products related to the halal concept or Islamic orientation. The definition of Islamic tourism is still unclear and encompasses various terms such as Halal Tourism, Halal Friendly Travel Destinations, Halal Travel, Islamic Travel Destinations, and Halal Lifestyle. Even in Malaysia, a leader in this sector, the concept of Islamic tourism is still liminal. However it offers huge potential, both for the country’s tourism sector and the country’s Islamic population, contributing to the preservation and appreciation of Islamic culture in Malaysia. Islamic tourism is not only related to religious values ​​but also must be in line with every way of life that is not contrary to Islam. Not many companies and agencies organize halal tourism packages because they think it is not a necessity and a profit. Many companies are more focused on routine Islamic tourism such as Umrah and Hajj. This paper considers in detail the characteristics, concept and principles of Islamic tourism.

Strengthening the Religious Moderation through Innovation of Islamic Religious Education (IRE) based Civic Intelligence and the Values Clarification Technique (VCT)

Abstract: In Indonesia, the dissemination of religious radicalism not only occurs in educational institutions but has also spread into other social institutions. In the scope of higher education, the National Counter Terrorism Agency (BNPT) released the results of their research in 2018, indicate the emergence of radicalism in several state universities. Although several other parties questioned the details of BNPT’s findings, the research made “politics of fear” after explicitly labelling seven well-known state universities exposed to radical ideology. This research is directed to formulate the learning innovation on Islamic Religious Education (IRE) based Civic Intelligence using the Values Clarification Technique (VCT) learning model as an effort to strengthen religious moderation. This research is classified into the research and development (R&D) model which conducted at State University of Malang (UM) and the development model used the ADDIE model. The result revealed that the mapping for religious moderation after getting treatment can be grouped into five categories (very high: 9.97%, high: 9.30%, moderate: 51.82%, low: 26.57% and very low: 2.32%). Keywords: Civic Intelligence, Moderation, Islamic Religious Education

Brand-Generated Content (BGC) and Consumer-Generated Advertising (CGA) on Instagram: The Influence of Perceptions on Purchase Intention

Abstract: Generation Y individuals start to use social media as their primary tools to obtain information about product and brand. One of the most active social media in Indonesia is Instagram. Broadcasting Brand-Generated Content can be the most common marketing strategy that local fashion brands will use on Instagram. However, the previous study shows that online consumers more likely rely on information generated by other consumers (Consumer-Generated Advertising) than generated directly by marketers (Brand-Generated Content) to assist their purchase decision because they perceive consumers will provide more factual information than the advertiser. Hence, this study objective is to know how does Indonesia consumer perceive Brand-Generated Content and Consumer-Generated Advertising that has been used by a fashion brand on Instagram and which one is the most significant to influence consumer purchase intention. The sample consisted of 165 Instagram active users from Jakarta and Bandung whom voluntary agreed to participate in the online survey of this research. Finding confirmed that consumer perception of BGC and CGA has a positive influence on purchase intention on Instagram. The consumer needed BGC because it consists of important factors that could influence them to have the intention to buy: expertise, relevance, reduce risk, positive valence, usefulness, and credibility. Furthermore, the consumer also needed CGA to support the information of product because CGA has homophily and originality factor. Keywords: Consumer Perception, Brand-Generated Content, Consumer-Generated Advertising, Purchase Intention, Fashion Brand, Social Media

The Impact of the Digital Divide on the Adoption of e-Government in Greece

Abstract: The adoption of e-government services and the active e-participation of citizens may be affected by the pre-dominant socio-economic inequalities. The current study examined the impact of the digital divide to the use of e-government and e-participation services. We used the micro-data from the national survey on the use of Information and Communication Technologies by the Greek households and individuals. This survey was conducted by the Greek Statistical Authority in 2017, in a representative sample of the Greek population (n = 3321). We analyzed the data using logistic regression equations. According to the results, the social exclusion factors may influence the use of e-government services. The most important socio-economic factors affecting the decision to use e-government services are the educational level, age and citizenship. The e-participation of the citizens in various democratic processes is only influenced by their educational attainment. This work highlights the impact of the digital divide to every aspect of our digital life. The state should implement policies to address the digital divide focusing on the vulnerable social subgroups, such as the low-educated and older people. The findings of our research may help the policymakers to conceptualize the effect of the digital divide to e-government adoption, in a multidimensional and integrative way. Keywords: e-government, Greece, digital divide, e-services, digital skills

Effect of Destination Image and Subjective Norm toward Intention to Visit the World Best Halal Tourism Destination of Lombok Island in Indonesia

Abstract: One of the halal attractions in Indonesia is Lombok Island, which was ranked as the Best Halal Travel Destination in Indonesia according to the IMTI 2018 and was also named the best halal destination in the international arena in tourism, at the World Halal Travel Summit 2015. In fact, Lombok managed to win two titles at once, namely as the World’s Best Honeymoon Destination and the World’s Best Halal Tourism Destination. Besides being known as the island of 1000 mosques, Lombok also provides easy access to buy halal food, easy access to Shariah hotels, to make rules for visiting Shariah beaches, and religious communities. Using Lombok as a prime example, this study seeks to identify what Islamic tourists want in a tourist site. By looking at the various achievements of the Lombok Island, the researchers are willing to find out the causes of tourists visiting the Lombok Island. In particular, this study aims to determine the effect of destination image and subjective norms on the intention to visit Lombok Island. This paper is based on 100 respondents (each of whom was at least 17 years old and had never visited a halal destination in Lombok). This study uses SPSS 22. The results of the study concluded that destination image and subjective norms had a significant influence on intention to visit halal destination in Lombok Island. Keywords: Image Destination; Subjective Norm; iIntention to Visit

Composing Professional Human Resource: The Necessity of Excellent Internship Mentoring System

Abstract: University is primarily being a wide place or facility to produce capable, intelligent and professional workforce. Students are equipped with various kinds of knowledge theoretically as well as trained through the internship process. However, the findings on graduates who don’t reflect some aspects of professionalism, less competent in each of their fields or even their soft skills should be classified as urgent issues at any rate. Driven by these contrary sides, we highlighted that the less maintained students’ internship period might be a variable for the problems. We started by collecting previous studies on the dissatisfactions from employers about trainees/interns from universities, analyzed the solutions, and triangulated the solutions we proposed by exploring internship masterplan at a university in Indonesia. From all of these steps, we found that appropriate, intensive mentoring ways in the students’ internship period are the main points to create the skills that meet any employers’ demands. We believe that the results of this study will be very useful for those who need answers to the best ways to improve the quality and capabilities of higher education graduates. Keywords: education system, human resource, internship, labor, university graduates

Malang Local Culture Expression: Interior Aesthetic Elements and Ceramic Art Creation

Abstract: Malang local culture has various features and philosophical values. In this creative economics era, many things can be developed; in Malang, a typical aesthetic development is found in ceramic art creation which not only enriches local culture but also offers economic value. The creation process requires a method to factor these elements into the artwork idea. Following the initial idea and concept refinement, the next phase is visualization, shaping ceramic from clay to its firing procedure. This article discusses the creative process which evolved inspired by the figurative figure in the Garudea story. The story inspired the researcher to create a ceramic product. This creation is expected to enrich Malang ceramic varieties. Keywords: ceramic art, creation, Malang

Religious Messages of Dikee Molod Verses during the Celebration of Maulid Nabi in Aceh Besar, Indonesia (A Case Study of Group Dikee Molod of Dayah Tgk Chik Digla)

Abstract: This study focuses on ritual practice of dikee molod which is played by the Group of Dayah Tgk Chik Digla during the events surrounding the birthday of Prophet Muhammad PBUH in Aceh Besar. The study used qualitative methods with a public opinion survey approach. Data collection was done by comparing the data, categorisation, presenting data and making the inferences toward certain written information. The data validity is ensured by reading repeatedly (validity semantic), referring to the document sources and colleague discussion. By employing the approach of concept of ritual practice, this study emphasises that the verses (syair) of dikee molod will produce religious messages such as the utterance of the only god (monotheism), blessing (shalawat) upon the prophet, and the expression of joy and gladness of the birth of Prophet. In addition, religious messages have been influencing the life of Aceh people in terms of faith (iman) enhancement upon Allah and Rasulullah; influence toward the obedience upon the law (syariat) of Allah and sunnah of Rasulullah; and third the art of dikee molod ritual can be preserved not only by the networks of ritual meaning of dikee being recognised in the society that shows the function in a cultural event, but also caused by the reproduction of rituals carried out by interested parties and are rooted in a social system. Keywords: religiosity, dikee molod, ritual practice, Dayah, Aceh

Role Conflict Relationships That Can Increase the Satisfaction of Hospital Nurses

Abstract: Humans in the development of the times, become assets for the organization. The important role of human resources for organizations is a decisive element in the activities of a company. Nurses are one of the important resources owned by hospital organizations. Nursing services are an integral part of health services in hospitals. To develop nurses to be more advanced and developing in order to achieve company goals, then one that is needed is satisfaction in work. Role conflict can affect satisfaction in the workplace. Stress can mediate these factors on job satisfaction. The formulation of this study is how job satisfaction is influenced by the determinants and stressors of hospital nurses. The purpose of this study was to analyze and assess the determinants of job satisfaction for nurses in hospitals and analyze how stressors had an impact on increasing job satisfaction for nurses in hospitals. The sample of this study was170 respondents. The questionnaire returned as many as 160 respondents. This research method with quantitative design uses path analys. Role conflict has a negative influence on job satisfaction. Role conflict has a positive impact on work stress. Job stress has a negative impact on job satisfaction. Role conflict has a negative impact on job satisfaction mediated by work stress. Keywords: Role Conflict, Work Stress, Job Satisfaction

Analysis of Factors Affecting Behavioral Intention to Use E-Learning Uses the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology Approach

Abstract: The purpose of this study isto analyze the influence of performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions, perceived creadibility, and anxiety on e-learning behavioral intention to use who are moderated by experience and voluntariness of use.The study population was 215 students who used e-learning in the Accounting Department of SMK N 1 Karanganyar. The sample selection using Slovin method with an error rate of 5% and sampling area technique obtained by respondents as many as 140 students. The technique of collecting data using a questionnaire. Data analysis techniques used descriptive statistical analysis and SEM-PLS. Data analysis tool using WarpPLS 5.0.The results of the descriptive statistical analysis show that the behavioral intention to use e-learning, performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions, perceived creativity, anxiety, experience and voluntariness of use are in the sufficient category. Hypothesis test results show the influence of performance expectancy on e-learning behavioral intention to use, effort expectancy does not affect the behavioral e-learning intention to use, social influence has an effect on behavioral e-learning intention to use, facilitating conditions have no effect on behavioral intention to Using e-learning, perceived creativity does not affect e-learning behavior, anxiety influences the behavioral intention to use e-learning, voluntary moderating negative social influences the behavioral e-learning intention to use, experience moderates the effect of effort expectancy on The behavior of e-learning intention to use, experience does not moderate the influence of social influence on the behavioral e-learning intention to use, experience does not moderate the effect of facilitating conditions on e-learning behavioral intention to use e-learning the conclusion of this study states that of the ten hypotheses proposed there are five types of hypotheses accepted. Keywords: E-learning, Behavioral Intention, UTAUT.

Forest Fires in Greece and Their Economic Impacts on Agriculture

Abstract: Forest fires have increased in the last decades, due to many factors such as climate change, land use change and management. In Greece, wildfires burn cultivated lands and affect significantly the rural economy and society. However, the economic impacts of forest fires on agricultural areas has not been estimated, and this is our aim. After an extended literature review and consultation with the stakeholders, we decided to build a model with many variables. The total cost of fire depends on the cost of prevention and suppression measures, and also direct and indirect costs. Direct costs, as adjusted for the immediate effects of fire, are divided into two categories: direct damages instantaneous and direct losses induced. Direct damages are estimated by a function that calculates the instantaneous damage in permanent crops, seasonal crops, livestock, infrastructure, construction and machinery. Direct losses are estimated by a function that calculates fire-induced costs in permanent crops, seasonal crops, livestock, additional borrowing costs and services costs. For the composition of the time-space model, we will use secondary data, as well as data originated from fieldwork. The literature review showed that the ex post analysis involving detailed consultation with a representative sample of affected farms, provides a more consistent appraisal.

Women in the Eye of Pesantren

Abstract: Pesantren is a religion-based boarding school chain that is widespread in Indonesia. Pesantren are often negatively stigmatized by a small number of people owing to the perception of the schools radicalizing religious values and demanding the obedience of women. In contrast, this study aims to analyze the way in which Pesantren education plays a major role facilitating the contribution of women in three domains, namely domestic, public, and social. Analysis of women’s self-conception and the role of women in these three domains was conducted using a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design and interview techniques, together with observations on female students in one Pesantren in Central Java and East Java and two religious groups in the West Java region. The results revealed that Pesantren education for women had an impact on the social recognition of women. Keywords: Islamic Boarding Schools, Pesantren, Social recognition, Three domains of women, and Women.

Empowering Housewife Communities in Dasawisma Ii Mangunsari Asri, Semarang City through a Creative Economy "Waiki Rajut"

Abstract: Dasawisma is an association of housewives in rural and urban communities in Indonesia. In general, the activities of dasawisma are limited to members’ social gatherings, the promotion of household products, and the objects of government programs. However, there is a great potential for economic independence driving from dasawisma activities if they are well managed. This study is based upon a mentoring activity for housewives of the Dasawisma II Mangunsari Asri Housing Gunungpati Semarang City which sought to empower members of the dasawisma through creative economic ventures such as knitting sandal crafts. The method of implementing the activity is through a partnership and participatory empowerment approach. Several empowerment activities are carried out systematically, including: developing entrepreneurial motivation; training of skills in producing knitting sandals, managing work organizations; managing finance; promoting and marketing products; introducing online marketing methods; and maintaining the stability of creative economic activities. These activities resulted in the establishment of a creative economic business unit managed directly by Dasawisma II members under the name Waiki Rajut (Knitting Waiki). The existence of Waiki Rajut is both an arena for the productivity of women and and allows makes housewives to feel more resourceful and responsible since they have activities and skills. Keywords: Creative Economy, Dasawisma, Empowerment, Housewife, Knitting Sandal

Factors Analysis that Affecting the Intention to Use Digital Payment (Case Study on OVO Users in Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, Bekasi)

Abstract: Transaction activities have evolved from cash payments to non-cash payments. The digital payment is a method of payment made using electronic media. Payments can be made through short message service, mobile banking, internet banking, e-money, or e-wallet. This study shows how response of OVO users in Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, and Bekasi ( Jabodetabek) to the intention of use digital payments which have become a trend in carrying out transactions of anything practically. This research uses quantitative methods. The research data was obtained through the distribution of google docs online questionnaires which were shared through social media. The sample of this study is OVO users in Jabodetabek with a total of 200 respondents with a percentage of 76% having experience of using e-wallet services. The results showed that the Performance Expectancy, Effort Expectancy, and Perceived Security factors were significantly affecting the intention to use digital payment (OVO) in Jabodetabek. While the Social Influence and Culture factors do not affect significantly the intention to use digital payment (OVO) in Jabodetabek. Keywords: digital payment, performance expectancy, effort expectancy, perceived security

Dance Blitar Special Dancers’ Motion Dance Ethnic of the Blitar: Typical Use of Interactive CDs in Class IV SDN Tangkil 01 Wlingi

Abstract: Blitar typically refers to dance videos created within the ethnic area, often telling the story of someone who has aspirations as a dancer. They are aimed at SBdP subjects. In the product trial in class IV Tangkil 01 Elementary School the goal was to improve learning development with interaction CD media. Data was collected using a test, questionnaire, and observation. Material experts give a percentage of the feasibility of using material 95.4%. From that presentation result, there is no revision aspect. Media experts give 95% percentage results. From the overall aspects of the percentage results, there are no aspects that require revision because the results in each aspect have shown very good results. Based on the results of the research, the Interactive CD Media of Kendang Jimbe Dancers that has been developed can answer the problem formulation as follows: (1) the development of the creative dance moves of ”Blitar Typical Dancers”; (2) the feasibility level of the interactive CD media of the ”Blitar Typical Dancers.” Keywords: Interactive CD Media of Blitar Distinctive Dancers, SBdP Lessons, Regional Creative Dance Motion Materials

Gender Sensitivity among Political Parties in Indonesia and India

Abstract: In Indonesia and India the participation of women in politics is influenced by their traditional social roles. This implies that gender ideology, cultural patterns, and previously determined conceptions of suitable social roles dictate the roles of men and women. Although there is a quota system for ensuring that the representation of women in democratic representation reaches the ‘critical minimum of 30%, it is a sad fact that gender sensitivity towards women as a political class is still severely lacking among the political parties both in Indonesia and in India. This is caused by the patriarchal gender bias against women that is inherent in political parties itself and also due to the lack of political education in gender sensitivity for both men and women. In Indonesia and India, the gender sensitivity of secular political parties is almost same but for the Muslim political parties, Indonesia has better condition than in India. Keywords: gender sensitivity, political parties, India, Indonesia

Determinants and Causality of Current Account Balance and Foreign Direct Investment: Lower Middle Income Countries in ASEAN

Abstract: This study investigates the determinants and causality between current account balance and foreign direct investment in Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in lower middle income countries. This study uses time series from 2000-2017 and cross section of 6 countries, namely Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Lao, Myanmar and Cambodia, which were analyzed using simultaneous equation model approach. There are three important findings in this study. First, current account balance is positively affected by financial development, government expenditure, real GDP and real exchange rate, while negatively affected by foreign direct investment. Second, foreign direct investment is positively affected by real GDP, real exchange rate, economic openness and current account balance, while negatively affected by inflation. Third, there is a causal relationship between current account balance and foreign direct investment, which the two variables significantly influence each other. Therefore, it is highly recommended for lower middle income countries in ASEAN to intervene in macroeconomic policy variables, so that the deficit conditions for current account balance and foreign direct investment can be reduced in the lower middle income countries in ASEAN. Keywords: current account balance, foreign direct investment, determinants, causality, lower middle income countries, ASEAN.

Halal Tourism Development Analysis in Lombok Island

Abstract: The enormous economic potential of halal tourism has recently begun to be discussed. Crescent Rating data notes that in 2014 Muslims spend about USD126.1 billion globally on Islamic tourism, and Indonesia as the 6th most popular halal tourism site in the world. This potential needs to be cultivated by Indonesia. Lombok Island as one of the most popular Islamic tourism destinations in Indonesia - in 2015 it received two awards (the Best World Halal Tourism Destination and World Best Halal Honeymoon Destination). The governor of Nusa Tenggara Barat Zuelkiflimansyah has expressed interest in further developing halal tourism in Lombok by promoting some additional destinations such as Senggigi Beach, Gili Trawangan, and Rinjani Mountain. This paper offers SWOT analysis of the development of halal tourism on the Lombok island. Keywords: Islamic Economy, Halal Tourism, Lombok Island

Adoption of Sustainable Accounting Practices Among Croatian SME’s

Abstract: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are of great importance to the Croatian economy. As recently as 2015, 99.7 percent of total registered companies in Croatia were SMEs, accounting for 54 percent of total revenues and collectively exhorting great impact on the society, the national economy, and the environment. Regarding socio-economic representation, they are the key players in achieving sustainability. Considering the fact that sustainability accounting plays a pivotal role in every economy, it is essential to understand how smaller business entities are taking actions on adopting sustainable practices and their corresponding sustainable accounting tasks. It is therefore the objective of this paper to analyze the current awareness, needs, and existing approach to sustainable accounting and reporting practices of SMEs in Croatia and identify the main knowledge gaps between the current and the optimal situation. For the purposes of this analysis, a survey was conducted on a sample of 42 respondents between February and March of 2018. The results show that the level of awareness among SMEs regarding socially responsible reporting is particularly low in Croatia, mostly due to the lack of SME’s field-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as the unfamiliarity with reporting advantages. Finally, this paper provides an overview of the lack of knowledge in order to identify the competence and skills needed to successfully implement non-financial reporting among small and medium enterprises. Keywords: sustainable accounting, SMEs, survey, Croatia

Online Engagement Factors on Instagram Local Fashion Brand Accounts

Abstract: Instagram is one of the most popular social media among young people. Indeed, Instagram not only used as social media but also a marketing tool for local fashion brands. There are various phenomena of Instagram marketing, yet there is still a lack of explanation of why the phenomena happened. Therefore, to propose an active social media marketing in Instagram for local fashion brands, identification of consumer engagement in social media is necessary. The objective of this research is to identify the forms of communication in which consumers most enthusiastically interact with local fashion brands on Instagram and explore the correlation between Instagram contents of fashion brands with the engagement of the consumers. The researcher surveyed through an online questionnaire as a tool to collect the data with Instagram active users as the requirement for respondents. The researcher found out that the content type of post characteristics influences boosting customer engagement. In this research, the content type classified into entertainment, informative, and remuneration posts. Each content type has different results in controlling customer engagement. Among the three classifications of content types, entertainment content type has the most substantial influence on customer engagement. Therefore, local fashion brands are recommended to utilize their marketing strategy by creating more entertainment content type, among other types on Instagram. Keywords: Instagram, social media marketing, content type, customer engagement.