SOME MANAGEMENT LESSONS FROM SŪRAH ĀLI-‘IMRĀN BASED ON THE WORKS OF KHALED AND KHAN

This study identifies some management implications from Sūrah Āli-‘Imrān,the third sūrah of the Qur’ān by reviewing the explanations of Khaled (n.d.)and Khan (2012). The general theme of this sūrah is developing discipline inthe Muslim community. A particular emphasis is placed on the process ofconsultation (shūrā) as a means of rebuilding trust after the battle of Uḥud.Allah emphasises that He loves the believers and that He has forgiven themfor their mistakes but that they need to follow the Prophet (peace be uponhim). To better understand the wisdom of this sūrah, a case study of FordMotor is reviewed. Trust and consultation were essential to save the companyfrom bankruptcy. Further insights from the literature on decision making andbuilding trust are reviewed. Particular emphasis is put on the work of Collins(2001). The implications for the management education of Muslim managersare discussed.JEL Classification: M140