Meningkatkan Minat Siswa SMK Nurul Huda terhadap Keuangan dan Akuntansi melalui Pelatihan Public Speaking

Abstract

The development of the modern workforce requires students to possess not only technical skills but also strong communication abilities, particularly in the field of finance and accounting. However, students’ low interest in this field remains a significant issue, often caused by passive and less interactive learning methods. This community service activity aims to enhance students’ interest in finance and accounting at SMK Nurul Huda through public speaking training. The method employed was a participatory approach using experiential learning techniques, including material presentation, interactive discussions, and direct public speaking practice. Data were collected through observation and participant feedback, then analyzed using descriptive qualitative methods. The results indicate improvements in student participation, speaking confidence, self-confidence, and interest in finance and accounting. Students who were initially passive became more active and were able to express their ideas more systematically. The training also helped students understand financial concepts in a more contextual and relevant way to their daily lives. Public speaking training is proven to be an effective and innovative approach to increasing student engagement and interest. It is recommended that similar activities be conducted continuously with longer duration to achieve more optimal results.