STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN KOTA MAGELANG SEBAGAI KAWASAN ANDALAN DI PROVINSI JAWA TENGAH (Studi Kasus Kota Magelang Tahun 2010-2015)
Abstract
This research aims to determine the classification of economics structure and the leading sectors of Magelang city which can be used for the city’s development to be key region, which is an advanced and fast-growing region. It has a base sector and a positive impact for the economy of the surrounding area. The analysis model used is the analysis of Klassen’s Tipology, Location Quotient and SWOT.
The results showed that the city of Magelang is included in the classification of advanced and fast-growing regions with economic growth and high capita income. Location Quotient (LQ) shows all the secondary and tertiary sectors are leading sectors of Magelang, while the agricultural sector, the mining sector and the manufacturing sector excluding the leading sectors of Magelang city.
Based on the results of SWOT analysis, the strategy development into a key region that needs to be taken is to improve the economic position of Magelang city, develop the base sector’s products by utilizing advances in technology, to maximize the realization of the investment, maximizing sale leading sectors and creative industry products, creating a conducive business climate, and improving the competitiveness of the regional economy.