VIDEO PRESENTASI SEMINAR PROPOSAL

Summary

This presentation introduces a research proposal exploring the impact of accounting software usage, BPOM fund effectiveness, and human capital on the performance of micro-enterprises in Buleleng, Indonesia. The study aims to assess how these factors contribute to business growth, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through quantitative research and sampling of 99 micro-entrepreneurs who received BPOM funds and use accounting software, the study will investigate key variables influencing business success. The expected outcomes aim to provide practical insights for improving micro-enterprise performance, benefiting policymakers and entrepreneurs alike.

Takeaways

• 😀 The presentation is delivered by Komang Tri Widya Malini, an S1 Accounting student, focused on the influence of accounting software, BPOM fund usage, and human capital on micro-business performance in Buleleng.
• 😀 The research aims to address the challenges faced by micro-businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting their struggles with financial management and technology adoption.
• 😀 The study is based on the Resource-Based Theory (RBT), which emphasizes how businesses can leverage resources (like technology and human capital) to gain a competitive advantage.
• 😀 The pandemic significantly impacted micro-businesses, with 94.6% of them experiencing performance declines, leading to a need for government assistance like BPOM funds.
• 😀 BPOM funds, which amount to 2.4 million IDR for micro-businesses, were meant to support business operations but were often misused for personal expenses rather than business needs.
• 😀 Human capital, particularly knowledge and skills, is often overlooked in micro-businesses, even though it plays a key role in improving business performance.
• 😀 The study investigates how accounting software, BPOM fund effectiveness, and human capital impact the performance of micro-businesses in Buleleng.
• 😀 The research uses a quantitative approach with primary and secondary data sources, involving a survey of 99 micro-business owners who received BPOM funds and use accounting software.
• 😀 Key variables studied include micro-business performance, accounting software usage, BPOM fund effectiveness, and human capital, with indicators for each variable carefully defined.
• 😀 The study hypothesizes that accounting software, effective use of BPOM funds, and human capital all positively affect micro-business performance, both individually and jointly.
• 😀 The research methodology includes data quality tests, classical assumption tests, and hypothesis testing, with a focus on the growth of sales, capital, workforce, market, and profits in micro-businesses.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the research proposal?

The main topic of the research proposal is the impact of accounting software, the effectiveness of BPOM (Micro-enterprise Assistance), and human capital on the performance of micro-enterprises in Buleleng district.

What are the main issues addressed by the researcher in the introduction?

The researcher highlights several key issues, including the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the decline in micro-enterprise performance, the underutilization of technology among UMKM, and the ineffective use of BPOM funds by micro-enterprises.

What is the BPOM, and how is it related to the research?

BPOM (Bantuan Pemerintah untuk Usaha Mikro) is a government assistance program for micro-enterprises, offering funds of 2.4 million rupiah to help them survive the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The research investigates the effectiveness of these funds and their impact on micro-enterprise performance.

How does the researcher define human capital in the context of micro-enterprises?

Human capital in the research refers to the knowledge, skills, and capabilities of individuals in micro-enterprises. The researcher notes that human capital is often overlooked by micro-enterprise owners, which can affect their business performance.

What is the significance of accounting software in improving micro-enterprise performance?

Accounting software plays a crucial role in improving the efficiency of financial management for micro-enterprises, helping owners make informed decisions and streamline their operations, which can ultimately improve business performance.

What are the research objectives outlined in the proposal?

The objectives of the research are to examine the influence of accounting software usage, the effectiveness of BPOM funds, and human capital on micro-enterprise performance, as well as to assess their simultaneous effects.

What is the theoretical framework used in the research?

The theoretical framework is based on Resource-Based Theory (RBT), which suggests that companies with competitive advantages, whether tangible or intangible assets, are more likely to improve their performance.

What are the main variables in the research, and how are they measured?

The main variables are: 1) the usage of accounting software, 2) the effectiveness of BPOM funds, and 3) human capital. These are measured using indicators such as software quality, fund usage for business purposes, and knowledge and skills of business owners.

How was the sample for the study determined?

The sample was determined using purposive sampling, selecting micro-enterprise owners in Buleleng district who met certain criteria, such as receiving BPOM funds and using accounting software. The final sample size was 99 respondents.

What methods were used to collect data for the research?

Data was collected using a questionnaire with a Likert scale to measure responses. The research also employed various statistical tests including validity, reliability, normality, and heteroscedasticity tests, as well as hypothesis testing with regression analysis.