Iddhipada 4: An Integrated Buddhist Approach to Educational Administration

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the application of the Four Bases of Accomplishment (Iddhipada) as an integrated strategy for educational administration and to develop guidelines for applying Buddhist principles to maximize the efficiency of school management. The findings reveal that the integration of the Four Bases of Accomplishment Chanda (righteous desire), Viriya (persistent effort), Citta (firm determination), and Vimamsa (wisdom and prudent consideration) can serve as an effective core strategy in school administration, particularly in defining organizational direction, strategic planning, human resource management, innovation in learning, and continuous development evaluation. The application of the Iddhipada strategy in educational administration fosters a balance between wisdom and moral integrity in decision-making, ensuring transparent, fair, and sustainable management. It also contributes to building a learning-oriented organizational culture, promoting stakeholder participation, and creating a working environment conducive to continuous improvement in educational quality. Furthermore, this strategy can serve as a model for school administrators in developing effective and creative management approaches.