THE ROLE OF UIN MATARAM STUDENT COOPERATIVES IN IMPROVING THE ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT OF STUDENTS

CASE STUDY OF UIN MATARAM KOPMA MEMBERS

Abstract

This research is motivated by the role of the UIN Mataram Student Cooperative in fostering entrepreneurial spirit in students. Some students are eager to increase their income, but some possess skills they cannot develop. Others are starting from scratch but eager to join KOPMA (Student Cooperative) to learn the basics of becoming a good entrepreneur. Therefore, the researcher aims to examine: (1) the role of the student cooperative in fostering entrepreneurial spirit in students, and (2) the methods used by the student cooperative to foster entrepreneurial spirit in students. This research uses qualitative research. Sources were obtained from primary and secondary sources. Data collection techniques used were observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis employed descriptive qualitative analysis. The results of this study indicate that the role of the student cooperative and its methods in fostering entrepreneurial spirit can be very effective in helping students develop, particularly in processing materials properly and effectively, and in becoming good entrepreneurs by enhancing their spirituality, which adds value to their entrepreneurial endeavors.