ANALYSIS OF THE STRUCTURAL BASIS OF MUHAMMADIYAH: IMPLEMENTATION, CHALLENGES, AND TRANSFORMATION OF THE ORGANIZATION IN THE GLOBAL ERA

Abstract

The structural foundation of Muhammadiyah is an essential basis for building a
modern, well-organized, and sustainable organization. As an Islamic movement oriented
toward amar ma’ruf nahi munkar (enjoining good and forbidding evil), Muhammadiyah
develops its institutional system with collective-collegial principles, democracy, and
deliberation. Through its Constitution and Bylaws (AD/ART), Muhammadiyah regulates
organizational structures from the
Central Leadership to local branches, as well as autonomous bodies such as ‘Aisyiyah,
Nasyiatul ‘Aisyiyah, IMM, IPM, and others. This study aims to explain the essence of
Muhammadiyah’s structural foundation, its implementation in organizational life, and the
challenges faced in the globalization era. The method used is a literature review by
examining primary sources such as Muhammadiyah’s AD/ART, official documents, and
academic references. The findings show that Muhammadiyah's systematic and layered
structure has successfully maintained continuity of dakwah, improved organizational
effectiveness, and expanded charitable efforts in education, health, and social sectors.
However, challenges such as political dynamics, technological development, and the younger
generation's demand for organizational flexibility require revitalization and structural
innovation. Therefore, understanding Muhammadiyah's structural foundation is crucial to
maintaining its existence and relevance in realizing an authentic Islamic society.