THE DEVELOPMENT OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION MANAGEMENT IN THE PERSPECTIVE OF PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE

Abstract

This study examines the development of Islamic Educational Management through the lens of the philosophy of science to clarify its ontological, epistemological, and axiological foundations. The research employs a library-based approach and analyzes 26 reputable scientific sources published between 2020 and 2025, including both international and national journals. The findings indicate that, ontologically, Islamic Educational Management encompasses a broad domain that includes Islamic educational institutions as socio-spiritual entities, organizational culture, learning technologies, and the dynamics of digital governance. Epistemologically, the discipline is constructed through the integration of revealed knowledge, managerial rationality, and empirical evidence, resulting in an interdisciplinary and adaptive scientific paradigm. Axiologically, values such as trustworthiness, justice, excellence, and public benefit serve as the core orientation of Islamic educational governance, distinguishing it from secular management models. The integration of these three philosophical dimensions demonstrates that Islamic Educational Management has evolved into a robust academic discipline that remains relevant to contemporary demands while staying grounded in Islamic values. This study highlights the importance of value-based and technology-supported governance, along with the need for developing Islamic leadership models that are capable of responding to emerging educational challenges.