Buddhist Leadership and Sufficiency Economy Philosophy in Contemporary Organizational Management

Abstract

This academic article presents the integration of Buddhist leadership and Sufficiency Economy Philosophy in the context of contemporary organizational management. In an era where organizations face challenges from rapid technological, social, and environmental changes, applying Buddhist principles together with Sufficiency Economy Philosophy has become a management approach that creates sustainability and balance. This article analyzes the concept of Buddhist leadership that emphasizes virtue, compassion, and wisdom, alongside the principles of sufficiency comprising moderation, reasonableness, and self-immunity. This study demonstrates that the integration of both concepts can create a management framework suitable for Thai and Eastern contexts, particularly in developing leaders with consciousness, consideration of long-term impacts, and the ability to balance business success with social responsibility. The article presents the "Buddhist Sufficiency Leadership Model" (BSLM) consisting of four main dimensions: Consciousness and Morality Dimension, Wisdom and Decision-Making Dimension, Relationship and Participation Dimension, and Sustainability and Immunity Dimension, which can be applied in developing leaders and organizations in the 21st century.