The doctoral dissertation, entitled “A Model of Engineering Management according to Buddhism” has three objectives: 1) to study current theories and concepts, as well as Buddhist teaching, related to the management of engineering work, 2) to study problems and obstacles in the management of engineering work, and 3) to propose a model for management engineering work according to Buddhism. This research employs documentary research and personal interview.
The study showed that relevant theories for engineering management include Theory, PDCA cycle Management Method, Engineering Administration Theory, Human Resource Management Theory, Motivation Theory. The problems associated with engineering management can be classified into five aspects: 1) personnel,
2) equipment, 3) finance, 4) management, and 5) external factor. The applicable dhamma topics that can help solve these problems include 4 Saṁgahavatthus (bases for social solidarity), 4 Brahmavihâras (holy abidings), 4 Iddhipadas (basis for success), 4 Agatis, and 3 Puññakiriyâvatthus. Engineering management does not have to adhere strictly to any particular dhamma topic, but he or she can apply some of these topics to the administrative situation at hands for management of oneself, work, and of the community surrounding the work. Promotion and development of engineering management. In order to integrate Buddhism in daily life to develop oneself, develop people. develop work, develop social, and develop environmental. The principle in Buddhism is to integrate. is 4 Saṁgahavatthus, 4 Brahmavihâras,
4 Iddhipâdas, 4 Agatis, and 3 Puññakiriyâvatthus model of applying Buddhism in engineering management is proposed to be called “BACK MODEL,” which includes B for Buddhadhamma (application of Buddhist teaching), A for Area (prioritizing the area of the surrounding), C for Controlling which is clear control of the system and organizational relations among the personnel, and K for Knowledge which is the body of knowledge that the engineering entrepreneurs should know. The knowledge should include internal and external factors, thus enabling an organization to appreciate its weakness and strength.
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