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Certificate Program in Hindu Studies

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Program Code:

CPHS

Course Codes:

100 through 400

Credit Hours:

24 Quarter-Credit-Hours

Duration:

1 Year - 4 Years

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Certificate Program in Hindu Studies
Certificate Program in Hindu Studies

Program Description

The Certificate program in Hindu Studies (CPHS) prepares Students to engage with the world as a Hindu with confidence and clarity. Along the way, it also aims to develop in the student a lifelong love for service and contribution. At the end of the program, students will be informed, empowered, and inspired by the possibilities of living a deeply fulfilled life as a Hindu, and making a real difference in the world. As Students discover the range and depth of Hindu thought, its uniquely awesome cosmology, and clear up some of the misconceptions and erroneous narratives that they have inherited, they will find themselves being profoundly transformed, naturally creating new realms of self-expression, and new possibilities for who they can now be in the world. Students must take at least 15 Credit hours from the Core Courses in the Certificate program. They may complete the remaining 9 credit hours by taking any set of elective courses from the community education program, completing total 24 credit hours.
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Program Learning Outcomes

Through this Certificate Program, Students will be able to:

  1. Clarify the Hindu Paradigm
  2. Articulate the contemporary relevance of Hindu thought
  3. Apply their learning to think from a Hindu context
  4. Create new pathways for service, leadership, and global engagement
  5. Contribute with confidence and clarity, in unique and innovative ways

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Who is this Program for?

This Program will be invaluable for all people who are engaged in Teaching, Learning, Community Service, Advocacy, Leadership, Writing, Media, Self-Inquiry and Personal Transformation. People who are engaged in teaching children at community centers and Hindu temples, will benefit immensely from this program. People who were not born in the Hindu tradition but have been drawn to its teachings through Yoga, Kirtan and Meditation will also find this program transformative. People who are already engaged with Hindu activities and want to go deeper into its wisdom, will benefit greatly from the Certificate.

How long will this program take?

Normally, a full time course load is considered 9 credits per quarter. At this rate a student can complete the certificate in 3 quarters. A reasonable course load that is suited for working professionals will be 3 credits per quarter. At this rate, the Certificate can be completed in 8 Quarters i.e., 2 years. Of course, Students may choose to go even slower through the curriculum, and register only for 2 Credits per Quarter. For these students the Certificate will take 12 Quarters i.e., 3 Years. At 4 Credits per Quarter, a Student may finish the Certificate in exactly 6 Quarters. It all depends on how fast a student can go through the Certificate.

Structure of the Program

The certificate program consists of a total of 24 credit hours of coursework. It can be completed at the earliest in 8 quarters, if the students can take 3 Credit hours per quarter, or more slowly over time, in any case, under five years. Students must take at least 15 Credit hours from the Core Courses in the Certificate program. They may complete the remaining 9 credit hours by taking any set of elective courses from the community education program.

Courses in this Program

Core / Required Courses

  • Orientation to Hindu Studies(HSF5000)
  • The Yoga of the Bhagavad Gita(YOG2001)
  • The Yoga of the Yoga Sutras(YOG2002)
  • Svadharma – Discovering and Living our Life Purpose(HSF1101)
  • Introduction to Hindu Philosophy: Shad Darshanas(HSF2001)
  • Dhyaanam – Meditation and the Meditator(HSF2101)
  • Introduction to Upanishads – Part 1(HSF2002)
  • Introduction to Upanishads – Part 2(HSF2003)
  • Reconstructing Hindu History – The Commissions(HAM4201)
  • Reconstructing Hindu History – The Omissions(HAM4202)
  • Ayurveda – The Wisdom of Wellbeing(TAT1101)
  • Introduction to the Vedic Ritual(HSF1401)
  • How Hindu Dharma Transformed America(HAM2100)
  • Understanding Hinduphobia(HSF2201)
  • Hindu Temples and Traditions(TAT3104)
  • Distinguishing Varna and Jati from Caste(HSF4000)
  • Self-knowledge and the quest for Happiness(HSF2102)
  • Adhyasa bhasya of Adi Sankara(TAT4000)
  • Women in Hinduism(HSF4100)

Elective Courses

  • The Yoga of Mahabharata(YOG3100)
  • Chanakya’s Leadership Principles for the 21st Century(HSF3401)
  • The Three Vedantic Perspectives on the Bhagavad Gita(TAT4002)
  • The Renaissance of Sanatana Dharma In the Light of Sri Aurobindo – Part 1(HSF3101)
  • The Renaissance of Sanatana Dharma In the Light of Sri Aurobindo – Part 2(HSF 3102)
  • The Renaissance of Sanatana Dharma In the Light of Sri Aurobindo – Part 3(HSF3103 )
  • Sankhya Darshana through the Sankhya Karika – Part I(TAT3201)
  • Sankhya Darshana through the Sankhya Karika – Part 2(TAT3202)
  • Vedantasara of Sadananda – Part 1(TAT3203)
  • Vedantasara of Sadananda Part 2(TAT3204)
  • Ramayana for Excellence in Management and Leadership(HSF3301)
  • Sri Ramcharitmanas: Continuity in Change(TAT1201)
  • Lessons from Valmiki Ramayana(HSF1005)
  • Bhaja Govindam – A Topical Approach(TAT1302)
  • Ayurveda – Essential Nutrition(TAT1103)
  • Ayurveda – Advanced Nutrition(TAT1104)
  • Disease through the Lens of Ayurveda(TAT1102)
  • The Yoga of Motherhood(YOG3300)
  • The History of Shastriya Sangeet(TAT3102)
  • Singing Bhakti Music: From Saints to Synthesizers(TAT2200)
  • Ragas in Shastriya Sangeet and Modern Music(TAT3101)
  • DEHA – The principles of sound body in Bhagavad Gita(HSF1301)
  • GNANA – The principles of sound mind in Bhagavad-Gita(HSF1302)
  • YOGA – The principles of pure soul in Bhagavad-Gita(HSF1303)
  • Daksinamurtistotram by Adi Sankara(TAT3001)
  • Introduction to the dasasantimantras(TAT1001)
  • Holistic Yoga – Philosophy and Practice(YOG1000)
  • Holistic Yoga – 2: Deepen Your Yoga Practice(YOG2000)
  • Upanishadic Dialogues – I: The Chandogya Upanishad(HSF3001)
  • An Immersive exploration of the iconic “Autobiography of a Yogi”(YOG2100)
  • Across the Universe: Hindu Dharma and Western Creative Arts(TAT2100)
  • The Dharma of Global Sustainability(CPS2001)
  • The Yoga of Global Transformation(CPS 2002)
  • Sustainability is Sanatana Dharma(CPS2003)
  • Discover the contemporary Relevance of Hindu Dharma(HSF1007)
  • Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram(TAT1301)
  • IsA-vAsya Upanishad – The Three Vedantic Perspectives(TAT4003)
  • Nyaya Darshana Part – 1(TAT3206)
  • Understanding the Vedas(TAT3205)
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Program Context

Being successful in our professional lives, as a Doctor, Engineer, Business person, Entrepreneur, or a Lawyer and so on, equips us with a basic ability to compete effectively in the contemporary economy, to survive and succeed in the world. But it does not necessarily address a deeper dimension of human possibility i.e., the spiritual or the Adhyatmika realm. In each of us lies dormant a need and a desire for deeper engagement with the world, to contribute, to make a difference and be of service in a profound and meaningful way.

In each of us lies as yet unfulfilled the potential for leadership and global impact, sometimes even as yet unimagined. In every one of us without exception there lies the possibility of going within, exploring the realms of deeper levels of consciousness, and transforming our connection and relationship with the cosmos itself, manifesting the perfection and possibilities that already lie within us. These are the realms of Dharma and Moksha, the unique dimensions of Hindu thought.

What is the purpose of our human existence? Does it have one? What does it mean to live a successful life? What is the source of deep fulfillment and contentment in our lives? What is Dharma? What is our Svadharma? How do we ensure that we fulfill the unique purpose and opportunity of our lives? How do we even discover it? Have we exhausted the possibilities of being alive already? How has Hindu Dharma addressed these questions?

In the Certificate Program in Hindu Studies, Students will engage with these questions in a deep and authentic way, as they prepare themselves for service, leadership, and contribution, and for making a deep and lasting impact in the communities in which they live, as well as the world in general.

Whether you are interested in writing, speaking, and teaching, in counseling and healing, in social work, media or the performing arts, in education and curriculum development, in providing leadership in your communities, working with youth or in inter-faith domains, or simply engaging with schools and colleges, and the institutions of our contemporary world, or being of service in some other vital way, the Certificate Program in Hindu Studies, will empower and enable you in your life’s journey.

This program will take work, commitment, and the ability to sustain your interest through several quarters. But what you will accomplish at the end, who you will become in the process, and all the new aspirations and possibilities that you will create for yourself, that you didn’t even know that you had, will transform you in an amazing and inspiring way.

You will go beyond your real or perceived limitations, capacity and capabilities, and may even sustain and nurture the continued relevance of Sanatana Dharma for posterity as its ambassador.

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The following payment plans are available:

  • Pay in full: $3,600 one-time payment. Saving of $1,200.
  • 2 Year Plan: $1,900 per year, total of $3,800. Saving of $1000.
  • 3 Year Plan: $1,400 per year, total of $4,200. Saving of $600.
  • 4 Year Plan: $1,100 per year, total of $4,400. Saving of $400.
  • Pay By Quarter: $300 per Quarter, total of $4800. Full Price.

There is also a one-time administration fee of $100 to be paid initially at the time of enrollment in the program.

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Certificate Program in Hindu Studies

Tuition and Payment

The tuition fee per credit hour for the Certificate Program courses is $200. The total cost of the Certificate program with 24 credit hours is $4,800. However, students have the option of signing up for annual payment plans that will reduce the cost.

The following payment plans are available:

  • Pay in Full: $3,600 one-time payment. Saving of $1,200.
  • 2-Year Payment Plan: $1,900 per year, total of $3,800. Saving of $1000.
  • 3-Year Payment Plan: $1,400 per year, total of $4,200. Saving of $600.
  • 4-Year Payment Plan: $1,100 per year, total of $4,400. Saving of $400.
  • Pay-as-you-go: $300 per Quarter, total of $4800. Full Price.

There is also a one-time administration fee of $100 to be paid initially at the time of enrollment in the program.

Tuition and Payment

The tuition fee per credit hour for Graduate School courses is $ 500. The total cost of the MA Program with 36 semester credit hours is $ 18,000. However, students have the option of signing up for annual payment plans that will reduce the cost. The following payment plans are available:
  • 2-Year Payment Plan:$ 7,500 per year, total of $ 15,000 Saving of $ 3000.
  • 3-Year Payment Plan:$ 5,400 per year, total of $ 16,200. Saving of $ 1800.
  • 4-Year Payment Plan:$ 4,200 per year, total of $ 16,800. Saving of $ 1200.
  • 5-Year Payment Plan:$ 3,500 per year, total of $ 17,500. Saving of $ 500.
  • Pay-as-you-go:$ 1,500 per Course, total of $ 18,000. Full Price.
  • Pay-per-month:$ 320 per month, total of $ 19,200
There is also a one-time administration fee of $100 to be paid initially at the time of enrollment in the program.