Integrating Prophetic Leadership into the Strategic Management Process of Muslim Entrepreneurs: A Conceptual Model
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https://doi.org/10.53840/jmm.v15i2.276Keywords:
Prophetic Leadership, Strategic Management, Muslim Entrepreneurs, Islamic Values, Conceptual ModelAbstract
Prophetic leadership, grounded in the four cardinal traits of the Prophet Muhammad SAW which includes siddiq (truthfulness), amanah (trustworthiness), fathonah (wisdom), and tabligh (effective communication) represents the foundation of comprehensive and ethical Islamic leadership. However, the integration of these prophetic values into the strategic management process of Muslim entrepreneurs remains underexplored in contemporary scholarship. Therefore, this study aims to propose a conceptual model that illustrates the integration of prophetic leadership within the three core phases of strategic management: strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation. Employing a qualitative approach through conceptual analysis and theoretical synthesis, this study draws upon Islamic sources (the Qur’an and Hadith), the Strategic Management framework by David and David (2023), and Antonio’s (2010) Prophetic Leadership and Management Wisdom model. The findings suggest that siddiq guides the formulation of truthful and integrity-based strategies; amanah ensures responsible and accountable implementation, while fathonah and tabligh strengthen the evaluation process through wisdom and transparent communication. This study contributes to the body of Islamic leadership and strategic management literature by introducing a prophetic-value-based strategic management framework, offering practical guidance for Muslim entrepreneurs in developing ethical, effective, and sustainable business strategies
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