Integration of the Theory of Work Adjustment and Al-Quranic Values in Islamic Career Counseling

Authors

  • Yulia Saputri Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar, Indonesia
  • Aisha Satira Ardhi Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar, Indonesia
  • Masril Masril Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70588/suluahpasaman.v4i1.1025

Keywords:

Theory of Work Adjustment,, Islamic career counseling, Al-Quran Values

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the integrationTheory of Work Adjustment(TWA) with Qur'anic values ​​in Islamic career counseling. The development of the modern world of work presents various challenges, such as career uncertainty, anxiety about the future, low job readiness, and individual difficulties in adjusting to the demands of the work environment. This phenomenon shows that career counseling services need to pay attention not only to psychological aspects, but also to spiritual and moral dimensions. This study aims to: (1) analyze the concept of TWA in career counseling, (2) identify Qur'anic values ​​that are relevant to Islamic career development, and (3) examine the form of integration of TWA with Qur'anic values ​​in Islamic career counseling (4). Implications for Guidance and Counseling Services in Schools The method used isSystematic Literature Review(SLR) by collecting and reviewing various literature through Google Scholar, SINTA, Garuda, and national and international journals. Data analysis was conducted using the techniquecontent analysisusing a descriptive qualitative approach. The results show that the integration of TWA with Qur'anic values ​​results in a more holistic Islamic career counseling approach through the integration of psychological and spiritual aspects to support career maturity, job satisfaction, and well-being in this world and the hereafter

References

Adeosun, O. T., Shittu, A. I., & Owolabi, T. J. (2022). University internship systems and preparation of young people for world of work in the 4th industrial revolution. Rajagiri Management Journal, 16(2), 164–179. https://doi.org/10.1108/RAMJ-01-2021-0005

Ahyani, H., & Slamet, M. (2021). Building the values of Rahmatan Lil’Alamin for Indonesian economic development at 4.0 era from the perspective of philosophy and islamic economic law. Al-Ihkam: Jurnal Hukum & Pranata Sosial, 16(1), 111–136. https://doi.org/10.19105/al-lhkam.v16i1.4550

Aldulaimi, S. H. (2020). Islamic work ethics: multidimensional constructs and scale validation. International Journal of Applied Management Science, 12(3), 186–206. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJAMS.2020.108073

Bagis, F., Adawiyah, W. R., Purnomo, R., & Sudjadi, A. (2024). Exploring Islamic spiritual well-being: conceptualization and validation of a measurement scale. Islamic Guidance and Counseling Journal, 7(2). https://doi.org/10.25217/0020247473500

Bakker, A. B., & Vries, J. D. (2021). Job Demands–Resources theory and self-regulation: New explanations and remedies for job burnout. Anxiety, Stress, & Coping, 34(1), 1–21. https://doi.org/10.1080/10615806.2020.1797695

Borg, J., Borg, N., Scott-Young, C. M., & Naderpajouh, N. (2021). The work readiness–career resilience linkage: implications for project talent management. International Journal of Managing Projects in Business, 14(4), 917–935. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJMPB-04-2020-0129

Drymiotou, I., Constantinou, C. P., & Avraamidou, L. (2021). Enhancing students’ interest in science and understandings of STEM careers: the role of career-based scenarios. International Journal of Science Education, 43(5), 717–736. https://doi.org/10.1080/09500693.2021.1880664

Firmansyah, F. (2025). The Purpose of Education from the Perspective of Hadith in Instilling Islamic Values Dynamically in Daily Life. AL GHAZALI: Jurnal Pendidikan Dan Pemikiran Islam, 5(2), 340–358. https://doi.org/10.69900/ag.v5i2.479

Gano, A. A., Abdullahi, N., Adam, Z. L., & Setyawan, C. E. (2024). Integrating Islamic principles into human resource management: Advancing organizational success through Islamic education and ethical practices. Tadibia Islamika, 4(2), 62–74. https://doi.org/10.28918/tadibia.v4i2.9125

Harahap, S. R., Daulay, A. A., Padilah, N., Afriani, A., Soraya, A., Aisyah, R. A., & Efendi, A. H. (2024). Islamic Counseling as a Pedagogical Strategy for Adolescent Character Development in Globalized Education. APLIKATIF: Journal of Research Trends in Social Sciences and Humanities, 3(2), 177–185. https://doi.org/10.59110/aplikatif.v3i2.493

Haron, H., Jamil, N. N., & Ramli, N. M. (2020). Western and Islamic values and ethics: are they different? Journal of Governance and Integrity, 4(1), 12–28. https://doi.org/10.15282/jgi.4.1.2020.5609

Hwang, B. G., Zhao, X., & Lim, J. (2020). Job satisfaction of project managers in green construction projects: Influencing factors and improvement strategies. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(1), 205–226. https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-10-2018-0451

Kader, H. (2020). Human well-being, morality and the economy: an Islamic perspective. Islamic Economic Studies, 28(2), 102–123. https://doi.org/10.1108/IES-07-2020-0026

Latifah, I., & Nurhikmah, I. (2024). The Relationship between Faith and Worship in Forming Students’ Morals: A Study at MTs Swasta Nurul Hikmah. Jurnal Profesi Guru Indonesia, 1(3), 166–178. https://doi.org/10.62945/jpgi.v1i3.652

Luthar, S. S., Kumar, N. L., & Zillmer, N. (2020). High-achieving schools connote risks for adolescents: Problems documented, processes implicated, and directions for interventions. American Psychologist, 75(7), 983. https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0000556

OMOJUGBA, V. O. (2024). Assessment of counselling strategies for effective management of retirement transition of public service workers. Kontagora International Journal of Educational Research, 1(1), 137–152. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11526730

Rasheed, A. (2025). INTEGRATING FAITH AND FUNCTION: AN ISLAMIC APPROACH TO UNDERSTANDING HUMAN PSYCHOLOGY. Journal of Applied Linguistics and TESOL (JALT, 8(1), 1966–1975. https://doi.org/10.63878/jalt741

Reddy, G. T., Reddy, M. P. K., Lakshmanna, K., Kaluri, R., Rajput, D. S., Srivastava, G., & Baker, T. (2020). Analysis of dimensionality reduction techniques on big data. Ieee Access, 8, 54776–54788. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2020.2980942

Rezaiee, M., & Kareshki, H. (2024). Empowering career pathways: integrating self-regulation strategies with career counseling practices. In Frontiers in Education (Vol. 9, p. 1422692). Frontiers Media SA. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2024.1422692

Sari, W. D. P., Wulandari, S. S., Maula, F. I., & Winingsih, E. (2025). No Title. THE EFFECT OF HOLLAND PERSONALITY TYPES AND WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAMS ON THE CAREER READINESS OF STUDENTS IN THE OFFICE ADMINISTRATION EDUCATION DEPARTMENT AT SURABAYA STATE UNIVERSITY. Pendas: Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Dasar, 10(04), 329–344. https://doi.org/10.23969/jp.v10i04.39077

Setyaningrum, R. P., & Ekhsan, M. (2021). The role of job satisfaction in mediating the influence of quality of work life on employee performance. Management Research Studies Journal, 2(1), 44–54. https://doi.org/10.56174/mrsj.v2i1.369

Soeparwati, S., Ahmad, Z. A., Sumarni, S., & Istiningsih, I. (2025). The Grit Character Education Model Based on Islamic Values for Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Students: A Systematic Literature Review. Khazanah Pendidikan Islam, 7(1), 1–19. https://doi.org/10.15575/kpi.v7i1.40255

Stambulova, N. B., Ryba, T. V, & Henriksen, K. (2021). Career development and transitions of athletes: The international society of sport psychology position stand revisited. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 19(4), 524–550. https://doi.org/10.1080/1612197X.2020.1737836

Tan, K. H., Zaed, M. A., Saidur, R., Abdullah, N., Ishak, N. A. I. M., & Cherusseri, J. (2024). Strategic insights for bulk production of MXene: a review. E3S Web of Conferences, 488, 1003. https://doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202448801003

Downloads

Published

2026-04-28

How to Cite

Saputri, Y., Ardhi, A. S., & Masril, M. (2026). Integration of the Theory of Work Adjustment and Al-Quranic Values in Islamic Career Counseling. Suluah Pasaman, 4(1), 43–50. https://doi.org/10.70588/suluahpasaman.v4i1.1025

Issue

Section

Articles