The Guidelines for Personnel Administration According to the Seven Sappurisadhamma Principles in Private Educational Institutions under the Khon Kaen Provincial Office of the Private Education Commission

Abstract

The objective of this research was to study and compare personnel management practices based on the principles of the Seven Perfect Persons (Sappurisadhamma 7) and to explore ways to enhance personnel management in private educational institutions under the Office of the Private Education Commission in Khon Kaen Province. This study employed a mixed-methods approach. The quantitative sample consisted of 339 administrators from private schools in Khon Kaen. The primary research tool was a questionnaire, and the data were analyzed using basic statistics and F-tests. The qualitative component involved interviews with three key informants, which were analyzed through content analysis. The research findings were as follows: 1. Personnel administration according to the Seven Sappurisadhamma Principles in private educational institutions under the Khon Kaen Provincial Office of the Private Education Commission was rated at the highest level overall. The principle rated highest was Parisaññutā (knowing the community), followed by Puggalaññuta (knowing individuals), while the lowest-rated principle was Mattaññuta (knowing moderation). 2. The comparison of opinions regarding personnel administration based on the Seven Sappurisadhamma Principles showed no significant differences based on educational level. However, there was a statistically significant difference when comparing based on work experience. 3. Guidelines for enhancing personnel administration according to the Seven Sappurisadhamma Principles in private educational institutions suggest that administrators need to understand the root causes of personnel management issues. They should conduct assessments to evaluate personnel management outcomes, which would aid in improving effectiveness and efficiency. Additionally, administrators should cultivate self-awareness and leadership skills, estimate personnel management requirements, and plan and execute long-term goals aligned with organizational objectives. It is also important for them to emphasize effective collaboration with companies or communities and to have a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s personnel.

 Keywords: Personnel Management, Sappurisadhamma 7, Private School