Strategic Management in Innovation of Educational Curriculum Implementation in Schools

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the application of strategic management in supporting the innovation of multidimensional curriculum implementation at IIBS Thursina School, Malang. In facing global challenges and local demands, IIBS Thursina integrates six curricula—the Merdeka Curriculum, Cambridge, Al-Azhar, Madrasah, Medina, and Tahfiz—into a holistic education system based on Islamic values ​​and international standards. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis. The results show that management strategies including collaborative planning, dynamic scheduling, strengthening human resources, and utilizing digital technology are key factors in the successful implementation of the curriculum. The findings also indicate a positive impact on improving academic achievement, character building, and institutional reputation. This study concludes that contextual and integrative strategic management can accommodate the complexity of the curriculum and strengthen the competitiveness of Islamic educational institutions in the global era.