FACILITATOR / INSTRUCTOR GUIDE

Capsule 1: Indic Economic Thought & Vedic Management

Course Description

This capsule explores select teachings from the Bhagavad Gita as a framework for ethical leadership, decision-making under pressure, and spiritual integrity in action. Learners reflect on dharma, detachment, and resilience through the lens of Arjuna’s journey.

Learning Objectives

• Interpret Gita’s teachings through a leadership lens.
• Understand dharma as contextual action rooted in higher purpose.
• Apply Karma Yoga principles in real-world roles and dilemmas.
• Cultivate inner steadiness (sthita-prajñatā) and moral clarity.

Course Structure Overview

Session.               Title                                                                     Duration                   Delivery Mode                     Key Focus

1                                Arjuna’s Dilemma & Call to Action                         2 hrs                                Live / Recorded                        Dharma and emotional crisis

2                                Detachment & Karma Yoga                                         2 hrs                                Live / Recorded                        Action without anxiety

3                                Sthita-Prajña: Ideal Leader                                           2 hrs                                Live / Recorded                        Inner equanimity and clarity

Facilitator’s Spiritual Grounding

• Invoke your lineage (Guru-parampara) or personal Ishta Devata before the session.
• Anchor the session with a brief sankalpa: ‘May this knowledge serve the welfare of all beings.’
• Maintain a compassionate, non-judgmental tone; honor śraddhā (faith) and viveka (discernment).

Learner Engagement Tips

• Begin with a short invocation or 3 rounds of Om; end with a Shanti Mantra.
• Use Sanskrit terms with clear English gloss; invite questions with humility.
• Incorporate dyads (pair-sharing) and brief journaling to deepen reflection.
• Leverage breakout rooms (for live) or forum prompts (for LMS) for peer learning.Assessment Plan

          Type                                                        Method                                                                           Purpose

             Reflection                              Short journal entry or verbal check-in                                           Gauge insight and personal integration

             Quiz                                        MCQ (8–10 items) per course                                                        Check understanding of key concepts

             Certificate                             Attendance + quiz ≥ 60% + assignment                                        Eligibility for e-Certificate

Post-Course Wrap-Up

• Share slides, recordings (if any), and reading list PDFs.
• Collect feedback via LMS form; compile insights for course improvement.
• Suggest next-step pathways (advanced capsule or full program).