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This study aims to analyze the curriculum management of the Kursus Ulama Tarjih (KUT) program organized by Muhammadiyah in North Sumatra Province. This research employed a qualitative field study method with data collection techniques including interviews, observations, and document analysis. Antonio Gramscis theory of hegemony was used to examine how the KUT program strengthens Muhammadiyahs ideology. The findings reveal that, as part of its efforts to regenerate religious scholars (al-ulama>), Muhammadiyah North Sumatra has been organizing the KUT program since 2002. The program runs for two years in collaboration with Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU). The curriculum management of KUT emphasizes mastery of Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) and the Quran. The teaching methods employed are modern, including classical classroom systems, seminar discussions, and practical exercises. The KUT program plays a significant role in the regeneration of ulama by adopting an inclusive and modern curriculum while reinforcing Muhammadiyahs ideology amidst changing times.

The Muhammadiyah Kursus Ulama Tarjih (KUT) in North Sumatra was established to address the need for ulama regeneration, emphasizing mastery of Islamic jurisprudence and Quranic studies with modern teaching methods.The program, operational since 2002, aimed to produce ulama aligned with Muhammadiyahs ideology and capable of adapting to contemporary challenges.From a Gramscian perspective, KUT served as a mechanism for reinforcing Muhammadiyahs hegemonic influence through education, though shifts in focus, such as the collaboration with Mahad Abu Ubaidah, reflect adaptations to evolving social and educational demands.

Based on the study, future research could explore the long-term impact of KUT graduates on Muhammadiyahs leadership and intellectual discourse, examining their contributions to contemporary Islamic thought and practice. Furthermore, a comparative analysis of ulama regeneration programs across different Islamic organizations in Indonesia—such as Nahdlatul Ulama and Al Washliyah—would provide valuable insights into the diverse approaches to cultivating religious leadership. Finally, investigating the effectiveness of integrating classical Islamic texts with modern pedagogical methods in KUTs curriculum, and assessing the challenges and opportunities of this approach, could inform best practices for ulama education in the 21st century. These research directions, building upon the findings of this study, could contribute to a deeper understanding of ulama formation and its role in shaping the future of Islam in Indonesia, requiring at least 150 words to fully articulate the nuances of these proposed investigations.

  1. Ulama and Radicalism in Contemporary Indonesia: Response of Al Washliyah’s Ulama on Radicalism... doi.org/10.15408/ajis.v21i1.19684Ulama and Radicalism in Contemporary Indonesia Response of Al WashliyahAos Ulama on Radicalism doi 10 15408 ajis v21i1 19684
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