Attend the free online Ancient Indian Management Course by SWAYAM and augment your knowledge!
About the Course
As the world increasingly embraces Western management theories and practices, Indian management students and professionals often find themselves caught in a paradox. While Western theories, shaped by affluent societies, are widely accepted and taught, they may not suit the unique socio-economic context of India. This raises a critical question: can we truly thrive by blindly adopting frameworks designed for different cultures and economic environments?
India, with its rich heritage and diverse living styles, requires a management approach that reflects its unique economic and social systems. Our ancient management principles, rooted in sustainability and community welfare, can provide the guidance we need to develop a robust economy and society. This is precisely the vision behind the course “Ancient Indian Management” offered on SWAYAM, which has attracted 12,342 learners eager to explore these time-tested concepts.
Course Structure
The Ancient Indian Management course comprises twelve meticulously crafted units, each designed to illuminate the ancient wisdom that can be applied to contemporary management challenges. Through video lectures, study materials, and references, students will delve into the rich tapestry of Indian literature—including the Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita, and ancient texts on economics and management.
Key Units Include:
- Understanding Management: Defining the core principles and the nature of management as both a science and an art.
- Ancient Indian Management: Exploring the foundational concepts that have guided Indian society for centuries.
- Management Perspectives from Ancient Literature: Analyzing Jain and Vedantic literature, focusing on their codes of conduct and principles.
- Management Lessons from the Mahabharata and Ramayana: Extracting strategic insights from these epics that resonate with modern business challenges.
- Ancient Indian Economics: Examining the economic philosophies of Kautilya and Mahavira, which continue to offer relevant insights today.
Why This Course Matters?
Despite the wealth of management wisdom embedded in our ancient texts, these lessons remain largely unexplored in modern management education. As Dr. Jain notes, “The skills required for effective management—such as time management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning—are already present in our ancient literature but are not being adequately taught to aspiring managers.”
By reviving these ancient teachings, we can cultivate a new generation of managers who are equipped to navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape while remaining anchored in the principles of sustainability and community welfare. This course aims to bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary practice, fostering managers who can thrive in the Indian context.
About the Instructor
With over 15 years of experience in teaching, training, and research, Dr. Alka Jain is dedicated to empowering future leaders. Her academic background includes an M.Com, MBA, and PhD, and she has spoken at prestigious institutions such as IIM Indore and IIM Ahmedabad. Dr. Jain’s ongoing research on Ancient Jain Management Techniques further emphasizes her commitment to integrating ancient wisdom into modern management education.
How to Register?
Interested participants can register through this link.
