A Global Leader Advancing a Sustainable Future for Humanity
Strategic Targets
Top 3 in Korea
Top 50 Worldwide
Strategic Pillars
Founding Philosophy
A world-class university grounded in Buddhist values
Education
A platform university fostering Harmonization-type talent*
Research
A leading research university contributing to the sustainability of humanity
Industry-Academia Collaboration
A university leading future industries
Management & Infrastructure
Establishing a global management system that creates future value
Core Values (4I)
Identity
Buddhist Values
Imagine
Altruistic Imagination
Invent
Creative Invention
Influence
Leadership through Contribution
Strategic Roadmap
[2023~2026] Dongguk in the World
Creating Future Value and Building Foundations
Strengthen responsiveness to future societal challenges grounded in Buddhist values
Establish a global platform for fostering creative, convergent talent across the lifespan
Enhance competitiveness in emerging research fields
Lead regional development through collaboration and shared growth
Innovate governance systems to meet future societal needs
[2027~2030] The World in Dongguk
Establishing a Global Dongguk Cluster
Build a global hub for Buddhist content
Diversify educational programs for creative and convergent talent
Secure globally competitive research capabilities
Advance as a leading institution in industry-academia collaboration
Strengthen sustainable growth capacity
[2031~2040] Dongguk beyond the World
Leading the Future Global Society
Expand its role as a globally leading Buddhist-centered university
Establish global standards for creative and convergent talent development
Become a leading research university contributing to human prosperity, growth, and peace
Lead sustainable future industries
Establish a forward-looking global governance system
*Harmonization-type talent: Individuals who solve problems through creative and integrative thinking and contribute to society through the practical application of insight.