Engineering-Based Optimization Model for Empowering Productive Waqf to Enhance Educational Infrastructure in Islamic Boarding Schools in Banten Province

This research aims to develop an engineering-based optimization model to empower productive waqf as a strategic effort to enhance educational infrastructure in Islamic boarding schools (pesantren ) within Banten Province, Indonesia. Despite the significant potential of waqf assets, their contribution to educational development remains underutilized due to poor management systems and lack of engineering-based frameworks. By integrating systems engineering and optimization techniques, this study proposes a model that enables efficient allocation, management, and monitoring of productive waqf resources. The methodology involves a combination of qualitative data collection from pesantren stakeholders and quantitative simulation using decision-support tools. The results show that the proposed optimization model can significantly improve the planning and utilization of waqf assets, leading to measurable enhancements in educational facilities and long- term sustainability. This study contributes to the field of engineering by demonstrating how waqf -based asset management can be optimized through a structured, technology-driven approach to solve real-world infrastructure challenges in Islamic education.