EFEKTIVITAS BUDAYA AKADEMIK DALAM MENDUKUNG PENGEMBANGAN SOFT SKILL MAHASISWA DI UNIVERSITAS MUHAMMADIYAH SORONG

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Abstrak

Di era globalisasi dan perkembangan teknologi, pengembangan soft skill menjadi kebutuhan penting bagi mahasiswa dalam menghadapi dunia kerja. Soft skill seperti keterampilan komunikasi, kerja sama tim, dan kemampuan berpikir kritis sangat diperlukan dala berbagai profesi. Pengembangannya tidak hanya bergantung pada kurikulum tetapi juga pada budaya akademik yang diterapkan di perguruan tinggi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji efektivitas budaya akademik dalam mengembangkan soft skill mahasiswa serta mengidentifikasi hambatan yang dihadapi. Metode yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan teknik purposive sampling dan pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa budaya akademik di Universitas Muhammadiyah Sorong cukup efektif dalam mendukung pengembangan soft skill seperti komunikasi, kerja sama tim, dan problem solving melalui kegiatan akademik dan non akademik. Efektivitas ini dilihat dari ketepatan sasaran, sosialisasi, tujuan dan pemantauan program. Namun, hambatan tetap ada, baik dari pihak akademik seperti keterbatasan fasilitas dan anggaran, maupun dari mahasiswa seperti rendahnya partisipasi dan kepercayaan diri. Upaya pihak akademik mencakup penerapan metode pembelajaran interaktif, pelibatan dalam organisasi, dan bimbingan dosen. Dengan demikian Universitas Muhammadiyah Sorong menunjukkan komitmen mampu menghasilkan lulusan yang berprestasi akademik dan memiliki keterampilan sosial dan profesional yang kuat.

Abstract

In the era of globalization and technological development, developing soft skills has become an important need for students in facing the world of work. Soft skills such as communication skills, teamwork, and critical thinking skills are essential in many professions. Their development depends not only on the curriculum but also on the academic culture implemented in higher education. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of academic culture in developing students’ soft skills and to identify the obstacles faced. The method used is descriptive qualitative with purposive sampling techniques and data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that the academic culture at Muhammadiyah University of Sorong is quite effective in supporting the development oft soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem solving through academic and non academic activities. The effectiveness is seen from the accuracy of the target, socialization, objectives, and program monitoring. However, obstacles still exist, both from the academic side, such as limited facilities and budget, and from students, such as low participation and self confidence. Efforts from the academic side include the implementation of interactive learning methods, involvement in organizations, and guidance from lecturers. Thus, Muhammadiyah University of Sorong shows its commitment to producing graduates who excel academically and have strong social and professional skills.