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Academy of Management Community Accelerator Program
Academy of Management MSR India chapter

Centre for Spirituality & Human Development, XLRI Jamshedpur in collaboration with the
MSR India Chapter & AOM - Community Accelerator Program
to host the International Conference on

Spiritual Intelligence in Leadership:

Cultivating Inner Wisdom for Compassionate and Effective Decision-Making

MSR India Chapter & AOM - Community Accelerator Program Conference Workshop February 5, 2027 (Full Day)

In Partnership with

Leading Business Schools, Spiritual Organisations, and Industry Experts, Including
  • Fordham University, New York, USA
  • Kardinal König Haus, Vienna, Austria
  • Lassalle-Haus Bad Schönbrunn, Switzerland
  • Macau Ricci Institute, University of St. Joseph, Macau

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

In today's complex and rapidly evolving business landscape, leaders are increasingly called upon to navigate challenges with not just strategic acumen but also with deep inner wisdom and compassion. This conference aims to explore the integration of Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) into leadership practices, emphasising how it complements Emotional Intelligence (EQ) to foster decisions rooted in integrity, empathy, and a higher purpose.

Building upon the insights from the 2025 conclave, which delved into integrating spirituality into business through India's diverse traditions, the 2027 edition seeks to further this dialogue by focusing on the personal development of leaders.

Venue

XLRI Jamshedpur

XLRI – Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India

Conference Dates

February 4 – 7, 2027

Opens
Thu, Feb 4 · 4:30 PM
Closes
Sun, Feb 7 · 1:00 PM

Conference Workshop

MSR India Chapter & AOM - Community Accelerator Program Conference Workshop

Fri, February 5, 2027 · Full day

In collaboration with the MSR India Chapter & AOM - Community Accelerator Program.

Included in the registration fee

ABOUT XLRI

Established in 1949, XLRI is one of India's premier management institutes, known for its commitment to academic excellence and ethical values. The Centre for Spirituality & Human Development at XLRI aims to integrate spiritual wisdom into management education, fostering leaders who are not only competent but also compassionate and purpose-driven

For further details on XLRI please visit https://xlri.ac.in

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In collaboration with

Academy of Management

Academy of Management

Community Accelerator Program

Community Accelerator Program recognizes that access to global communities should not depend solely on institutional status. When individuals are supported, connected, and welcomed, entire institutions, regions, and the global community benefits.

CAP serves as a bridge across communities, connecting scholars, practitioners, institutions, and partners to enhance the impact and relevance of management research and education worldwide.

AOM MSR · India Chapter

Management, Spirituality & Religion

Management, Spirituality and Religion is a division of AOM that is devoted to defining the relevance and impact of spirituality and religion in management, organizations and society, and that encourages interdisciplinary theoretical & applied research and pedagogy. Following the Europe chapter initiated by Danny Sandra, the India chapter was set up in June, 2026 (founder-mentor: Payal Kumar payalk1@gmail.com) and also the Africa chapter on September, 2026 (founder-mentor: Barbara Nussbaum)

CALL FOR PARTICIPATION

We invite scholars, business leaders, practitioners, and students to participate in this enriching dialogue. Opportunities include:

  • Paper Presentations: Share your research or case studies related to the themes.
  • Workshops: Conduct interactive sessions on practices that cultivate SQ.
  • Panel Discussions: Engage in conversations with experts from various fields.
Conference Update 2027: During the conference on February 4-7, 2027, the submission criteria remain the same for international publication quality. We accept only original research papers and case studies intended for formal publication meeting peer-review standards.
Key Themes:
Understanding Spiritual Intelligence (SQ): Exploring definitions, frameworks, and the distinction between SQ and EQ.
Cultivating Inner Wisdom: Practices and disciplines that enhance self-awareness and reflective capacities in leaders.
Compassionate Decision-Making: Integrating empathy and ethical considerations into business decisions.
Spiritual Traditions and Leadership: Insights from Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, and other traditions on leading with purpose.
Case Studies: Real-world examples of Organisations and leaders who embody spiritual intelligence in their practices.
TRACKS AND SUB-TRACKS

Foundations of Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) Exploring the core dimensions and frameworks of SQ across traditions

  • Theoretical Foundations of SQ Including contributions from Zohar & Marshall, Emmons, and critiques from secular ethics
  • Beyond IQ and EQ: Defining SQ Human cognition, emotional awareness, and spiritual depth as distinct yet overlapping intelligences
  • Cross-Cultural Models of Consciousness and Self Indigenous views (animistic soul, communal self), Buddhist anatta, and secular neuroscience
  • Measuring the Immeasurable: Tools and Reflections Assessing SQ through reflection, dialogue, and narrative identity; limits of psychometrics
  • Inner Work and Ethical Awakening Practices across traditions: tribal storytelling, Buddhist meditation, Stoic journaling, and humanist self-inquiry

Spiritual Intelligence in Ethical and Compassionate Leadership SQ as the foundation for justice, courage, and moral authenticity

  • Spiritual Discernment in Decision-Making Drawing from Ignatian, tribal, and philosophical traditions of ethical choice-making
  • Compassionate Leadership in Diverse Traditions Karuna (Buddhism), ubuntu (African), seva (Sikhism), and solidarity in humanist thought
  • Purpose Beyond the Self: Vocational Leadership Indigenous teachings on custodianship; secular models of meaningful work and legacy
  • Healing Through Forgiveness and Humility Case studies of leadership apologies; tribal reconciliation rituals; restorative justice in postmodern governance

Inter-Spiritual and Humanistic Contributions to Leadership Learning from the religious, secular, and indigenous wisdoms

  • Earth-Based Spiritualities and Tribal Wisdom Animism, land-based ethics, elder traditions, and non-dual cosmologies
  • Atheistic Humanism and Ethical Leadership Secular spirituality, existential ethics, and human flourishing without metaphysics
  • Religious Traditions and Prophetic Voices Judaism, Christianity, Islam: covenantal justice, mercy, and speaking truth to power
  • Eastern Traditions of Self-Cultivation Jain ahimsa, Buddhist mindfulness, Taoist wu wei, and Hindu dharma in leadership

Institutionalising Spiritual Values Bringing compassion, justice, and inner work into policy and culture

  • Indigenous Governance and Consensus Models Dialogic decision-making, communal stewardship, and cyclic time management
  • Creating Space for Reflection and Depth Rituals of pause from tribal and monastic traditions; sabbath spaces and mindful zones
  • SQ and Ethics in Organisational Crisis Narratives of resilience, truth-telling, and community healing across spiritual frameworks
  • Inclusion Through Inner and Outer Equity Humanist, tribal, and spiritual frameworks for equity, belonging, and collective thriving

Spirituality, Resilience, and the Inner Journey of Leadership Cultivating inner clarity and grounded strength

  • Resilience Rooted in Meaning Frankl’s logotherapy, tribal rites of passage, and the practice of detachment in Stoicism
  • Healing Through Spiritual Tools Indigenous rituals, lament practices, and silence as transformation
  • Reclaiming Time: Slowness in Leadership The moral urgency of contemplation in speed-driven contexts
  • The Aging Leader: Mortality and Inner Wisdom Elderhood in tribal settings, legacy in secular thought, and detachment in spiritual life

Spiritual Intelligence in the Age of AI and Disruption Bridging ancient wisdom with modern dilemmas

  • Ethical Technology and Human Dignity How SQ and humanism can reframe metrics of success in tech-driven leadership
  • Sacred Creativity and Moral Foresight Inspiration from tribal myths, humanist imagination, and prophetic science fiction
  • Anthropocene and Spiritual Responsibility Planetary care from Indigenous cosmologies, contemplative ecology, and activist secular ethics
  • Facing the Future with Compassion and Clarity Intergenerational justice, systems thinking, and spiritual preparedness for uncertainty
OBJECTIVES

To understand the concept of Spiritual Intelligence and its relevance in contemporary leadership.

To explore practices that cultivate inner wisdom, compassion, and ethical decision-making.

To share insights from various spiritual traditions on leading with purpose and integrity.

To create a platform for dialogue among scholars, practitioners, and students on integrating spirituality into leadership.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Seats are limited, and once we reach full registration, then it will be closed.

Don't miss out on this opportunity - register today to confirm your participation!

Registration Fee (In-person)
Includes the MSR India Chapter & AOM - Community Accelerator Program Conference Workshop; accommodation extra
₹2,500(Inclusive 18% GST)
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Online Attendees
Registration for attending online
₹3,000(Inclusive 18% GST)
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Single Room · Research Scholars & Students
Accommodation per person, in addition to registration
₹4,500(Inclusive 18% GST)
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Shared Room · Research Scholars & Students
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₹3,000(Inclusive 18% GST)
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Single Room · Academicians & Non-Academicians
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₹6,000(Inclusive 18% GST)
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Please note: By registering for the conference, you agree that full participation in the conference, including the conference registration fee and associated accommodation charges, is non-refundable. Thank you

PAYMENT METHOD

  • For overseas participants, the exact amount of the registration fee will be computed based on the exchange rate on the date of the transaction.
  • Only online payment is accepted. Cash and cheque payments are not accepted.

EVENT SCHEDULE & SUBMISSION UPDATE

International Conference (In-Person)
February 4-7, 2027
Venue
XLRI Jamshedpur
MSR India Chapter & AOM - Community Accelerator Program Conference Workshop
February 5, 2027 (Full Day)

Organised by the XLRI Centre for Spirituality and Human Development, in collaboration with the MSR India Chapter & AOM - Community Accelerator Program, the workshop runs the full day on February 5, during the conference. The conference registration fee includes the workshop.

Submission Criteria: For the International Conference on February 4-7, 2027, the submission criteria remain the same for international publication quality: we accept only original research papers and case studies intended for formal publication meeting rigorous peer-review standards.

IMPORTANT DATES

To maintain our academic standards, please adhere to the following schedule:

August 15, 2026:
Abstract Submission Deadline
September 01, 2026:
Notification of Acceptance
December 1, 2026:
Full Paper Submission
January 10, 2027:
Registration Deadline

CONTACT

spirituality@xlri.ac.in

Address

XLRI Xavier School of Management
C. H. Area (East)
Jamshedpur - 831001
Jharkhand
India
Phone: +91 657 665 3333
Fax: +91-657-2227814

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