THE MECHANISMS FOR DRIVING ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TOWARDS EXCELLENCE OF BUDDHAPANYASRIDVARAVADI BUDDHIST COLLEGE

Abstract

This research article aims to: 1) Analyze the current status, problems, and essential development needs. 2) Study the factors influencing development and formulate a strategic development plan. 3) Drive the development plan of Buddhapanyasridvaravadi Buddhist College towards excellence through participatory engagement. This is a qualitative research study that employs the educational quality criteria for excellence as the research framework. The key informants include 15 administrators, lecturers, and staff members, selected through purposive sampling. The research instrument used was an interview, and the collected data were analyzed through content analysis and presented in a descriptive narrative.

Research Findings: 1. Buddhapanyasridvaravadi Buddhist College offers nine academic programs, focusing on research development, Buddhist innovation, and academic services to enhance the quality of life of monks and communities. It also emphasizes cultural preservation and the promotion of local products. The college’s core mission includes student development, innovation creation, and sustainable community economic support. 2. The college's strengths lie in its curriculum, which focuses on social development, innovation, and community participation, supported by a strong network of collaborations. However, it faces weaknesses in student recruitment and public relations. Despite challenges such as budget constraints and rapid technological changes, the institution has opportunities to refine its curriculum and research to meet societal needs. Buddhist innovations can be leveraged to foster sustainability and improve the quality of life in communities. 3. The development plan for the college’s advancement towards excellence emphasizes high-standard curricula, personnel development, and the application of Buddhist principles to solve community issues. It also focuses on cultural preservation and the development of high-quality community products. The strategic development approach integrates vision, mission, and goals while ensuring financial and resource sustainability to create value and systematically respond to societal demands.