Santripreneur: Eksploring The Entreprenurial Potential In Traditional Pesantren to Realizing a Succsessful Young Generation in Globalization Era

This research aims to investigate the entrepreneurial potential within traditional Islamic boarding schools, known as pesantren, as a means of cultivating high-achieving young generations in the era of globalization. In this context, the term “santripreneur” is utilized to describe the development of an entrepreneurial spirit among the students, or santri, in traditional pesantren. The study employs a qualitative approach, combined with a case study method, to gain a thorough understanding of the potential of traditional pesantren to empower marginalized rural youth. The findings of this research indicate that traditional pesantren possess significant potential to produce resilient and innovative santripreneurs, with factors such as strong religious education, leadership values, a supportive environment, and the development of practical skills playing a crucial role in shaping the entrepreneurial mindset of the students. Furthermore, collaborations with external stakeholders, including the government, academia, financial institutions, and local business actors, are crucial in supporting entrepreneurship development within traditional pesantren. By harnessing this entrepreneurial potential, traditional pesantren can equip the younger generation with the necessary skills and values to succeed in the era of globalization. This study provides insightful and relevant observations on the role of traditional pesantren in fostering entrepreneurship among the youth, with policy implications that can enhance entrepreneurship education within traditional pesantren.