Leadership Based on Buddhist Principles in Modern Educational Administration
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This academic article aims to present the application of Buddhist principles in modern educational administration in order to develop school administrators with effective leadership for educational advancement. School administrators are considered key personnel who play a crucial role in driving the quality of education. Therefore, they are required to possess comprehensive knowledge of educational administration to keep pace with changes in the 21st century, along with strong moral and ethical foundations in their professional practice. In alignment with Thailand’s National Strategy (2018–2037), which emphasizes the development of public sector personnel to be “good, competent, and ethical,” with public-mindedness, high capability, determination, and professionalism, educational leadership must respond to the rapidly changing global context. In the contemporary world, characterized by rapid technological advancement, the proliferation of information, and globalization, educational administration is no longer limited to achieving organizational efficiency. Instead, it must focus on holistic human development, encompassing intellectual, moral, and ethical dimensions. This article proposes the integration of modern educational administration with key Buddhist principles, namely the Four Sublime States (Brahmavihara 4), the Four Bases of Success (Iddhipada 4), and the Seven Qualities of a Good Person (Sappurisadhamma 7), as a conceptual framework for enhancing leadership in educational institutions. The integration of these principles can strengthen leadership qualities by fostering compassion, rational decision-making, perseverance in work, and social responsibility. Consequently, this approach contributes to creating a positive organizational climate, promoting collaboration, trust, and participatory engagement among personnel. Therefore, integrating Buddhist principles with modern educational administration represents a significant approach to developing moral leadership among administrators, enabling them to manage organizations effectively while upholding ethical values, ultimately leading to sustainable development in educational institutions.
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