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03 | 10 years old, 100 years strong: PIM celebrates academic and industrial convergence 05 | PIM receives Former President of Myanmar, H.E. General Thein Sein 06 | PIM Launches Finnish Model Classroom 08 | PIM’s ET and Automotive Network Center brings 100 leaders together in Special
Seminar on Project Management for Industry 4.0
10 | DIPLOMATIC CONNECTIONS Embassy of New Zealand
Embassy of Ukraine
Taipei Economic and Cultural Office
Embassy of The Republic of South Africa
Embassy of Ireland 13 | FEATURED VISITORS Iwate University, Japan New World School, Cambodia Waseda University and Saitama University, Japan Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand Stockholm University, Sweden University of Boras, Sweden
Durban University of Technology, South Africa Victorian Government Trade and Investment, Australia Southern Cross University, Australia
Jonkoping University, Sweden
The Global Student, Malaysia Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Aiyara Center Co. Ltd., Thailand Learning, Canada AIT Solutions, Thailand Seneca College of Applied Arts & Technology, Canada
International School Bangkok, Thailand
30 | STUDENT MOBILITY University of Boras, Sweden
South West University, China
Kathmandu Don Bosco College, Nepal
Stenden University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands
34 | CORPORATE CONNECTIONS Baidu Bio-Bijin Ma-Trade
ABOUT GLOBAL CONNECT NEWSLETTER Panyapiwat Institute of Management’s (PIM) GLOBAL CONNECT newsletter is published every three months to provide updates on the Institute’s international academic collaboration, student exchanges, and networking activities to PIM’s partners and
friends. This issue takes note of some of the strategic activities held from 1 January to 15 March 2018, with some special events in 2017.Editorial Team: Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Ms. Kim E. Kiatiwongse, Ms. Panisara Termkijkajonsuk, Ms. Siripat
Suksaengsri, Mr. Supamongkol Limsuvech, Ms. Mutita Sattathusat, Mr. Worachat Khongwun, Ms. Beatrice Najoli, and Ms. Martina Kraemer Designer: Miss Chatcharin Chulawan For inquiries and feedback, please contact Ms. Kim Kiatiwongse: kimkia@pim.ac.th
10 years old, 100 years strong: PIM celebrates academic and industrial convergence
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sompop Manarungsan, PIM President
PIM welcomed close to 80 international participants from 20 countries to the two-day event on 21-22 June 2017. A selected group of Thailand-based participants also joined the celebration, comprised of ambassadors, CEOS, and leaders of partner organizations, companies, and institutions.
Chairman of US Business of CP Group; and Mr. Phornvit Phatcharintanakul, PIM’s VP for Academic Affairs. The session was moderated by Mr. Wit Sittivaekin. In the afternoon, there were two talks. The first on Finnish education by Ms. Elise Tarvainen of EduCluster Finland, University of Jyvaskula and Ms. Susanna Elivik, Finnish Education Expert; and the second on the Stenden Grand Tour at PIM by Ms. Sandy Loup, Academic Dean. On 22 June, the international participants visited the CP Leadership Institute in Khao Yai, Thailand as hosted by Mr. Sumeth Laomoraphon of CP Inter Trade.
On 21 June, the founder of PIM, Mr. Korsak Chairasmisak delivered the keynote, a sharing on his rationale for establishing an institution such as PIM in Thailand. A panel discussion followed, featuring key experts including Mr. Georg Verweyen of DAAD Thailand; Mr. Boonchai Opas-iam-likit,
L-R: Mr. Wit Sittvakein, Ms. Susanna Eltvik (Embassy of Finland), Ms. Elise Tarvainen (EduCluster Finland), Mr. Siam Choksawangwong (PIM), Mr. Boonchai Opas-iam-likit (CP Group), Mr. Korsak Chairasmisak (CP ALL), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sompop Manarungsan (PIM), Mr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul (PIM), Mr. Georg Verweyen (DADD Thailand), and Ms. Sandy Loup (Stenden Thailand)
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Mr. Korsak Chairasmisak, Founder of PIM
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04 Highlights on the discourse of academic and industrial convergence include elaborating on the importance of relevance of higher education today, its connection to sustainability, and preparedness.
Mr. Sumeth Laomoraphon
Participant, Mr. Wayne Crosbie (William Angliss Institute, Australia) discussed leadership with host, Mr. Sumeth Laomoraphon
PIM receives Former President of Myanmar, H.E. General Thein Sein
On 13 February 2018, PIM had the honor to receive the Former President of Myanmar, H.E. General Thein Sein. PIM President, Assoc.Prof.Dr. Sompop Manarungsan warmly welcomed the honorable guests and introduced the philosophy behind PIM’s work-based education model which takes influences from the German and Japanese education systems implemented in the Thai context. Highlighting the equal importance of practice and theory at PIM, Assoc.Prof.Dr. Sompop underlined how all students intern have the unique opportunity to spend approximately 50% of their
time at worksites as interns, enabling all students to receive firsthand real work experience and training. “PIM has over 16,000 students from 24 countries; studying and working collaboratively at the PIM campus and many worksites through partner networks,” he added. H.E. General Thein Sein commended the PIM team and expressed his gratitude for the scholarships granted to Myanmar nationals. Over 40 Myanmar nationals have received the prestigious scholarships allowing them to study a full program either at the bachelor level or advanced degrees in business management, since 2015.
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Former President of Myanmar, H.E. General Thein Sein (fifth from left) with PIM management team led by Assoc.Prof. Dr. Sompop Manarungsan (sixth from left)
PIM Launches Finnish Model Classroom
Ribbon-cutting with Dr. Pasi Sahlberg, son Otto and Finnish Ambassador with PIM’s Mr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul and Mr. Siam Choksawangwong
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1 December 2017 marked the launch of PIM’s Finnish Model Classroom, the Institute’s concrete commitment to high quality basic education through the Faculty of Education, of which PIM Demonstration School (Satit PIM) operates closely with. Honored guests included a delegation from the Embassy of Finland led by H.E. Ms. Satu Suikkari-Kleven, Ambassador with Mr. Kai Tuorila, Country Representative, FinPro and Ms. Susanna Eltvik, Education Advisor. Special guest and renowned Finnish education expert, Dr. Pasi Sahlberg and his five-year old son, Otto, were also present during the ceremony. The guests were warmly welcomed by the Satit PIM students who had prepared a musical performance and lined up with flags of Finland and Thailand as the guests walked into the premises. PIM’s management team was led by Mr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul, VP for Academic Affairs and Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, VP for Administrative Affairs. Welcoming the guests, Mr. Phornvit reflected on the helpfulness and sincerity of the Ambassador, thanking her for her continuous support. H.E. Ms. Satu Suikkari-Kleven reciprocated, commending PIM’s enthusiasm and beautiful welcome. An exclusive by-invitation only seminar highlighted by a talk by Dr. Pasi Sahlberg followed shortly after.
“Let the children play”, Dr. Pasi Sahlberg debunks myths about Finnish education
Mr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul (PIM) and Dr. Pasi Sahlberg
Finnish educator, author, and scholar, Dr. Pasi Sahlberg illuminated an audience of 200 educators and administrators on the myths behind Finland’s education success during an exclusive seminar hosted by the Embassy of Finland and Panyapiwat Institute of Management (PIM) on 1 December 2017 at Best Western Wanda Grand Hotel at Chaengwat tana, Nonthaburi, Thailand. With his presentation titled, FinnishED Leadership, also the title of his third book, Dr. Pasi took the audience through three myths and three methods that has contributed to the high performance of Finland’s education model. The audience was comprised of selected school directors, administrations, and educators representing influential educational institutions mostly based in Bangkok, with some coming as far as Phuket, Thailand. After Dr. Pasi’ talk, PIM Demonstration School (Satit PIM)’s academic team shared their learnings after implementing some key methodologies inspired by the Finnish system, through a panel discussion. The seminar concluded with a Q&A and an impromptu book signing segment. When asked about the future, Dr. Pasi replied with a succinct but meaningful message, “Let the children play”. This seminar was organized to coincide with Satit PIM’s launch of a Finnish Model Classroom, which was held prior to the event.
In late 2016, PIM began working closely with the Embassy of Finland, learning from the country’s performance on the independent rankings published by Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). In February of 2017 and in preparation of the school’s establishment in May 2017, selected Satit PIM educators, together with some PIM faculty members, and administrators participated in a two-week training course by a partner university recommended by the Embassy of Finland.
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PIM’s ET and Automotive Network Center brings 100 leaders together in special seminar on project management for industry 4.0
Mr. Rami Goldratt, CEO of Goldratt Consulting
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PIM’s Automotive Network Center and Faculty of Engineering and Technology organized a special seminar on project management for industries 4.0, 8 March 2018. The program was moderated by Executive Director Assoc.Prof.Dr. Paritud Bhandhubanyong. The seminar’s main objective was to introduce the Theory of Constraints (TOC) and the critical chain theory, share five focusing steps, show examples of bad multitasking, and provide samples of real business case studies. The sessions were led by Mr. Rami Goldratt, CEO of Goldratt Consulting, son of Eliyahu Moshe Goldratt, an Israeli business management guru renowned for developing Theory of Constraints (TOC), the Thinking Processes, Drum-Buffer-Rope, Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM). He was accompanied by Mr. Ajay Jain, Senior Consultant,
“Project Management for Industry 4.0” seminar
critical chain project management (CCPM) expert, and primary representative from India; and Mr. Tony Chan, Goldratt’s representative in the Asia Pacific. Mr. Rami started with the premise on that every management system is limited in achieving more of its goals by a very small number of constraints, which is the core principle of the Theory of Constraints. He stressed the importance of focus and learning when to say no to tasks that could cripple the achievement of any project. In continuation of the theme, Mr. Tony proved the importance of correct multi-tasking by leading the participants to a series of activities that show how bad multitasking can affect quality and staff motivation. Mr. Ajay provided in depth strategies on project management and capped the session with several case studies.
PIM’s Assoc.Prof.Dr. Paritud Bhandhubanyong (second from left) with Goldratt Consulting team led by Mr. Rami Goldratt, CEO (third from left), Mr.Tony Chan, Principal (first from left), and Mr. Ajay Jain, Associate (fourth from left)
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DIPLOMATIC CONNECTIONS
Embassy of New Zealand 16 January 2018
H.E. Ambassador Peter Rider, Chargé d’ Affaires a.i. (third from left) hosted delegates from CP ALL and PIM led by Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, Vice President, Administrative Affairs
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16 January 2018 marked the courtesy visit of CP ALL and PIM to H.E. Ambassador Peter Rider, Chargé d’ Affaires a.i., Ambassador of New Zealand to Thailand. The delegation was led by Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, Vice President, Administrative Affairs and Vice President, CP
ALL. They were accompanied by Mr. Lester Khoo, Director, International Relations and Development, Auckland University of Technology. Discussion points involved current trends in international education and the strengths of New Zealand and Thai educational systems.
Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, Taiwan 17 January 2018 PIM receives Taiwan’s new envoy to Thailand
H.E. Dr. Tung Chen-Yuan (left) with Mr. Korsak Chairasmisak, Chairman of the Executive Committee, CP ALL
On 17 January 2018 PIM welcomed H.E. Dr. Tung Chen-Yuan, Taiwan’s new de facto ambassador to Thailand. He was accompanied by Mr. Edward C.T. Wu, Secretary, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand and Dr. Yada Aparaks, Specialist. CP ALL’s Chairman of the Executive Committee, Mr. Korsak Chairasmisak was present to receive His Excellency. The key discussion highlights included an update of the new policies at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office. The specially arranged program for His Excellency was prepared to illustrate the CP Group’s focus on education and leadership, and education reform in Thailand.
Embassy of Ireland 30 November 2017
H.E. Brendan Rogers, Irish Ambassador of Thailand (center) with PIM and CP ALL representatives
On 30 November 2017, CP ALL and PIM’s international networking team paid a courtesy call to H.E. Mr . Bre n dan Rogers, Irish Amba ssad or of Thailand. His Excellency welcomed the team to give an overview of the CP Group, CP ALL and specifically Panyapiwat Institute of Management (PIM), the primary education project of CP
ALL. His Excellency expressed his interest in PIM’s work-based education model, especially aviation management since courses offered in many universities in Ireland are relevant to this program. He noted that there are 60 Thai students studying in Ireland at the moment.
Embassy of Ukraine 16 January 2018 H.E. Mr. Andrii Beshta, Ambassador, and Mr. Volodymyr Yatsiv, Second Secretary welcomed CP ALL and PIM international networking team on 16 January 2018. His Excellency noted that this year will mark the 25th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Ukraine and the Kingdom of Thailand and invited the CP Group and PIM to keep in touch as the festivities begin this year, 2018.
H.E. Andrii Beshta and Mr. Volodymyr Yatsiv, Second Secretary (center) with PIM and CP ALL representatives
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Embassy of The Republic of South Africa 6 December 2017
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CP ALL and PIM team with Ms. Dagmar Minaifikovgi, Deputy Head of Mission (fourth from left) and Mr. Jan Spiler, Head of Economic Section (third from left)
Embassy of the Republic of South Africa’s team led by H.E. Mr. Geoff Doidge, Ambassador, along with the Embassy’s officials and Consular staff officiated networking session with CP ALL and PIM international networking teams on 6 December 2017. His Excellency expressed keen interest in 7-Eleven and Makro as high potential investment for South African business sector. He would help introducing PIM to South African universities to
collaborate on exchange program to send students over to study in Thailand, especially with PIM. Most importantly, His Excellency will be the guest lecturer for Disaster Management class for Stenden, PIM’s partnership university, which the class will be organised at PIM campus.
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Iwate University 7 January 2018 Iwate University formalizes partnership with PIM; interacts with Satit PIM
Auckland University of Technology 15 January 2018 Auckland University of Technology impressed by PIM Demonstration School (Satit PIM) Mr. Lester Khoo, Director, International Relations and Development, Office of International Relations & Development paid a courtesy visit to PIM on 28 December. He returned to survey Chef’s Kitchen, the 10,001 7-Eleven store, and PIM Demonstration School with his son, Anthony on 15 January 2018.
PIM designed a six-day program for Iwate University, Japan (IU) commencing on 7 January 2018. The eight-member team was led by Chairman of International Committee Faculty of Education, Prof. Takashi Honda.
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Memorandum of Agreement Signing Ceremony
He observed many developments that PIM has accomplished since his last visit and remarked on how the Institute’s dedication to educational change in several levels in the country. He noted that there may be ways to further collaborate especially in the scope of leadership and entrepreneurship.
The highlight of this program was the official signing of the formal agreement between the two partners led by Prof. Takashi Honda Chair of International Committee, Faculty of Education, Iwate University and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pichit Ritcharoon, Dean, Faculty of Education, PIM. PIM customized sessions for the Iwate students to demonstrate and observe mathematics lessons with the high school students. The trip culminated with cultural activities such as market surveys at Asiatique Riverfront and Chatuchak, cultural visit at Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Koh Kret, and Wat Khu. including improvements in accommodation support for exchange students and a possibility of an extension of the official partnership.
Mr. Lester Khoo and son, Anthony at Satit PIM
Waseda University and Saitama University 15 November 2017 Waseda University and Saitama University, Japan observe teaching method at PIM
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Class observation at PIM Demonstration School (Satit PIM)
From 23 January 2018 to 24 January 2018 PIM was honored to host one student and lecturer from two Japanese universities to strengthen the international partnership, Waseda University and Saitama University. A visit at Satit PIM connected with a customized Mathematics class was one of the highlights of the first day of the visit. The program
included an introductory presentation about the CP Group and CP ALL followed by a discussion session with CP ALL and PIM representatives led by Dr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul, Vice President, Academic Affairs. The trip culminated with cultural activities such as a visit to Wat Khu, Pak Kret and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA).
Introductory Presentation about CP Group, CP All, PIM Discussion Session
Cultural visit at MOCA
Stockholm University 15 November 2017 PIM hosts special lecture on school leadership: International and comparative perspectives with Stockholm University, Sweden
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Prof. Vinayagum Chinapah (seated, center) with PIM’s management team and Faculty of Education
On 15 November, PIM was honored to host a special lecture on school leadership particularly on international and comparative perspectives. The lecture was by renowned expert, Prof. Vinayagum Chinapah from the Institute of International Education, Department of Education, Stockholm University, Sweden. Approximately 30 participants joined this limited by invitation only session.
After the special lecture, a discussion on possible collaboration between PIM and Stockholm University, Sweden which could start with joint research and programs with faculty members and Prof. Chinapah’s center. “International mobility options can also be explored together,” Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pichit Ritcharoon concluded.
University of Boras 11 January 2018 PIM welcomes back University of Boras, Sweden
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Dr. Hakan Klas Alm (center) with the CP ALL and PIM management team and International College
On 11 January 2018, PIM welcomed Dr. Hakan Klas Alm, Program Director, Business and IT program and Senior Lecturer & Researcher, University of Boras, Sweden at Chef’s Kitchen, prior to the new restaurant’s public opening scheduled on 1 February 2018. Following a warm welcome led by Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, VP for Administrative Affairs and Mr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul, VP for Academic Affairs, a discussion revolving around
previous activities was held. Key representatives from PIM’s International College met with Dr. Klas and elaborated on their experience with the arrangement of recently completed student exchange in PIM. The group also used this opportunity to plan for future faculty and student mobility, and other academic collaboration.
Jonkoping University 18 January 2018 Sweden’s Jonkoping University selects PIM to deliver internship opportunities
Dr. Roy Andersson (third from right) with PIM’s Faculty of Engineering led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Paritud Bhandhudbanyong (fourth from left) and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pisit Charnkeitkong (fifth from left)
Dr. Roy Anderson, Associate Professor, Quality and Logistics Management, Dean´s Office, School of Engineering and Associate Dean of Internationalisation and Dr. Kent Salomonsson, Associate Professor, Department of Product Development , School of Engineering met with key representatives from PIM led by Assoc. Prof. Dr.
PIM’s Mr. Siam Choksawangwong with JU, Sweden’s Dr. Kent Salomonsson with Dr. Datchakorn
Paritud Bhandhudbanyong, Executive Director, Education and Special Project Development, Office of the President and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pisit Charnkeitkong, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology. A fruitful discussion transpired and actionable items were outlined for the internships which are to begin from February to May 2018. A facility tour shortly followed. The session ended with lunch at Chef’s Kitchen with PIM’s Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, Vice President, Administrative Affairs as host. The JU professors were also toured at the new 7-Eleven 10,001 store.
Dr. Roy Andersson and Dr. Kent Salomonsson Tancharoen at 7-Eleven 10,001 Concept Store
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Two distinguished professors from Sweden’s Jonkoping University (JU) are establishing linkages to work with PIM, beginning with internships for fulltime mechanical engineering students at JU in Thai companies.
Jonkoping University 24 January 2018 PIM places partner university students as interns in NSDTA’s DECC
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DECC welcomes PIM, JU, and RSU delegation
Dr. Roy Andersson and Dr. Kent Salomonsson of Jonkoping University, Sweden were introduced to NSTDA’s Design and Engineering Consulting Services (DECC) by PIM on 24 January 2018. Rangsit University’s Dr. Prapol Chivapornthip also joined this company visit. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wiroj Limitrakarn, Senior Advisor warmly welcomed the group and introduced the key activities of DECC. He introduced Ms. Jiraporn
Supajumpiya, Director who inquired about the arrangement of the internships placements, which will be prepared jointly by JU and PIM. Dr. Roy introduced the internship program in Thailand, noting that there are 22 students participating for this semester (January to May 2018). He thanked Assoc.Prof. Wiroj, and said that he is familiar with the activities of Thailand Science Park and is grateful for this opportunity.
Jonkoping University 24 January 2018 PIM identifies international collaboration with Team Precision
PIM, JU, and RSU thank Team Precision for future cooperation
Mr. Chakkaphant Manutsathit, Chief Executive Officer gave an overview of Team Precision noting that the group of companies is a Thai EMS with over 20 years’ experience in the industry and listed in Thailand Stock Exchange. He shared that he oversees two design teams focusing separately on tester design and product design. Other teams focus on production innovation (automation) and supply chain. Dr. Roy introduced JU and the internship program which is administered in many different parts of the world including Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore,
Brazil, and the United States. He mentioned that graduate-level interns (PhD) would be suitable for Team Precision due to the company’s commitment to high quality production level. He was impressed with Team Precision, and said that this is the first Thai company he visited that uses Lean Management and Six Sigma. Dr. Roy graciously thanked Mr. Chakkaphant for this opportunity, adding that the interns can begin in August 2018 and they may continue for two terms to cover both internship and thesis work.
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Jonkoping University 20 March 2018 PIM hosts Jonkoping University students; visits the new 7-Eleven 10,001 Concept Store and 7-Eleven Distribution Center, and samples Thai cuisine at Chef’s Kitchen, a restaurant managed by the Faculty of Food Business Management
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JU students visit DC5, one of several key distributions centers for 7-Eleven, CP ALL
7-Eleven 10,001 Concept Store
Chef’s Kitchen
Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning 5 March 2018 Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada visits PIM
Ms. Linda Chao (center) of Humber with PIM’s Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert (left) and Ms. Kim Kiatiwongse (right)
On 5 March 2018 PIM hosted Ms. Linda Chao, Associate Director, International Recruitment and Market Development, Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada. Ms. Linda introduced Humber as a polytechnic college that offers distinctive education as an option between university and college combining deep theoretical learning with hand-on experience. Then, Ms. Linda was taken through an introductory and orientation session of PIM and continued on to PIM
Demonstration School (Satit PIM) where she saw firsthand the quality of the facility and organizational structure of the school. Ms. Linda expressed that it would be good to welcome CP ALL and PIM executives to the Humber campus to directly experience the similarities between Humber and PIM. Both Ms. Linda and Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, Office of International Relations expressed looking forward to determine ways to work together.
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Ms. Linda Chao, Humber (third from left) with PIM’s staff led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Somrote Komolavanij, Assistant to the President for Academic Affairs
Seneca College of Applied Arts & Technology 5 March 2018 Seneca College, Canada continues learning about PIM’s learning principles
Mr. Patrick Zheng of Seneca College at the 7-Eleven 10,001 Concept Store
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PIM welcomes Mr. Patrick Zheng, Associate Director, Seneca International, Asia Pacific Region to the campus on 5 March 2018. Following a business lunch at Chef’s Kitchen and a facilities tour at PIM Demonstration School (Satit PIM), Mr. Patrick was given an overview of the CP Group and the conglomerate’s relation to PIM. He noted on the remarkable similarities that Seneca College and PIM has in terms of education
Science laboratory at PIM Demonstration School (Satit PIM)
systems, industry focus, and program highlights. He warmly invited Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, Office of International Relations to include Seneca College during PIM’s exploratory visit to Canada in May 2018. Dr. Usanee reciprocated Mr. Patrick’s graciousness and expressed that she is looking forward to developing ways to collaborate with Seneca College of Applied Arts & Technology, Canada.
New World School 30 January to 1 February 2018
Campus visit at PIM Air
From Tuesday, 30 January to Thursday, 1 February 2018 PIM hosted the proprietor, faculty, and students from the New World School, Cambodia for a three-day study program which started with a lunch at the newly-opened and student-run Chef’s Kitchen. A campus tour soon followed, highlighted by a stop at PIM Air, PIM Aviation Business Training Center. The second day was characterized by a cultural and educational program. The Cambodian guests had the change to be part of the lecture
class “English for Business Communication” of the iMTM students of PIM. Afterward, a cultural visit at Bangkok Art and Cultural Center (BACC) top the informative day off. The last day offered the great opportunity for the New World School students to visit the Ichitan Factory – Tanland. The modern and environmentally-friendly company impressed the students and rings the end of a wonderful study tour in Thailand in. New World Students were also invited to explore the iMTM program.
Company Visit at Ichitan Factory
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Durban University of Technology 29 November 2017 Durban University of Technology (DUT), South Africa shows keen interest in PIM’s work-based learning Mr. Shakeel Ori, Director of the Durban University’s Co-Operative Education Department discusses possibilities with PIM in terms of academic engagement and student mobility on 29 November 2017. He also invited PIM to participate in an international conference on Advances in Big Data, Computing and Data Communications Systems (icABCD), which will be hosted in Durban, South Africa on 6-7 August 2018.
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Victorian Government Trade and Investment 19 January 2018 PIM to work closely with Australia’s Victorian Government Trade and Investment Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, VP for Administrative Affairs; Ms. Parichart Buakao, Assistant to the President, Corporate Communications and Marketing; and Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, Office of International Relations hosted a session to discuss about future activities between PIM and Victorian Government more broadly. Mr. Siam identified several activities for Ms. Celia such as arranging a talk at PIM Demonstration School (Satit PIM), developing exchange program for PIM’s Food Business Management students, exploring linkages within the CP networking by visiting the CP Leadership Institute and one of the distribution centers of 7-Eleven, to name a few.
Ms. Celia with representatives from PIM’s Faculty of Agro-Industry
On 19 January 2018, PIM welcomed Ms. Celia Yeo, Education Services Director – Southeast Asia, Victorian Government Trade and Investment, Australia.
A discussion on the current collaboration with Melbourne Polytechnic, Australia was held. Key representatives from the Faculty of Agro- Industry (AGI), Mr. Tony Lovell and Mr. Wuthinan Imamee met with Ms. Celia and discussed the next steps of the collaboration. A delegation from PIM will be visiting MP next month to see the facilities of MP firsthand.
Southern Cross University 17 January 2018 PIM hosts special lecture on animals and the tourism industry with Southern Cross University, Australia
Mr. Daniel Chin (second from left) and Dr. Kevin Markwell (fourth from left) with CP ALL and PIM representatives
Dr. Kevin Markwell, Associate Professor School of Business and Tourism, Southern Cross University (SCU) delivered a special talk on a significant tourism issue, “Animals and the Tourism Industry� on 17 January 2018 at PIM. He shared his recent research at SCU wherein he extrapolated the long history of animal involvement in the tourism industry. He underlined that in almost every aspect, various animals are being used for commercial and tourism purpose adding that people are not only thinking of animals when they are hungry; animals are a large part of leisure too. Dr. Kevin noted that many tourist destinations use animals to attract more travellers. During his session, it was clear that animals have multiple purposes. They are used as a symbol, delicious dish, entertainment, and transportation methods.
Familiar examples raised were several activities in Thailand that include animals such as the Tiger temple, the infamous elephant and monkey shows, elephant trekking, and traditional zoo keeping. Prior to the special lecture, Dr. Kevin had a collaborative session with PIM representatives from the Hotel and Tourism Management program, Faculty of Management Sciences, SCU alumnus now working at PIM, and the Office of International Relations. He was accompanied by Mr. Daniel Chin, Regional Coordinator - South East Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia, Laos & Myanmar). Ms. Busarin Sinthunavarat, Education Manager, Bangkok and ASEAN Education Team, Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), Australian Embassy also attended this special program.
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The Global Student 31 January 2018 The Global Student (TGS) learns PIM’s unique education model, outlines potential collaboration Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Ms. Jan Drew, Managing Director, The Global Student (TGS) visited PIM on 31 January 2018 upon the recommendation of the Victorian Government Trade and Investment for Southeast Asia, Australia. She was warmly welcomed by PIM’s Vice President for Administrative Affairs, Mr. Siam Choksawangwong. PIM representatives from the International College; Hotel and Tourism Program, Faculty of Management Sciences; German Network Center; and International Marketing and Recruitment Section greeted Ms. Jan and together introduced the philosophy behind PIM’s work-based education model. Ms. Jan remarked on how strong the CP Group is, agreeing that investing in people is the primary driver of
Ms. Jan Drew, TGS at PIM Air
success in business and academic excellence. Possible collaboration outlined included PIM to possible host Australian interns through TGS and virtual internships.
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Aiyara Center Co. Ltd. 5 January 2018 PIM to collaborate with Aiyara Center for Internship opportunities On 5 January 2018, Ms. Wanasnan Kanokpattanangkul, CEO of Aiyara Center Company Limited was welcomed to PIM by team members of PIM led by Mr. Pollasak Ruongpanyaroj, Executive Director, Office of the President and Ms. Puangpetch Nitayanont, Dean, Faculty of Food Business Management. The program began with an introduction to the CP Group, the Institute, particularly the Faculty of Food Business Management and Faculty of Liberal Arts. Ms. Wanasnan Kanokpattanangkul (third from left) CEO, Aiyara Center with PIM representatives led by Mr. Pollasak Ruongpanyaroj (third from right) and Ms. Puangpetch Nitayanont (second from right)
The meeting was arranged primarily to discuss and explore internship opportunities for PIM students at Aiyara as well as possible collaborations in future.
Asian Institute of Technology 20 February 2018 PIM connects with AIT Solutions for future research projects
AIT Solutions representatives led by Dr. Naveed Anwar, Executive Director (fifth from left) and Ms. Wannapa Pliansri, Consultant, Office of the President (first from right) with Dr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul, Vice President, Academic Affairs and CP ALL and PIM representatives
AIT Solutions of Asian Institute of Technology paid a visit to PIM on 20 February 2018. They were warmly welcomed by Dr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul, Vice President of PIM Academic Affairs. During the visit, Dr. Naveed Anwar, Executive Director of AIT Solutions introduced the institute and proposed some collaborations in future activities such as co-organizing “Hackathons” program, participating in the AIT-Tiger Leong International Innovative & Leaders Camp, etc. Apart from activities, Dr. Naveed also looking for opportunities in terms of innovation, solutions, research and development with PIM. Moreover, PIM will introduce AIT Solutions to their partner universities especially the Faculty of Engineering and Technology.
International School Bangkok 19 January 2018 PIM pays courtesy visit to International School Bangkok (ISB) On 19 January 2018, a PIM delegation led by Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, Vice President, Administrative Affairs, PIM, paid a courtesy visit to ISB. “Both educational institutions are located in the proximity with each other thus finding mutual cooperation may prove to be useful”, Mr. Siam cordially said, thanking the hosts led by Dr. Andrew Davies, Head of School. Dr. Andrew was accompanied by Mr. Marc de Vries, Deputy Head of School/CFO and Mrs. Usa Somboon, Headmistress. Initial discussion points involved possible collaboration through internships via PIM, career-oriented programs, and use of facilities. PIM reciprocated ISB’s hospitality and will be hosting a luncheon at the new signature restaurant, Chef’s Kitchen. Chef’s Kitchen is a CP ALL and PIM joint
PIM executives led by Mr. Siam Choksawangwong (fifth from left) with ISB management team at ISB’s black panther, the school mascot
project wherein the concept and operations will be handled by PIM’s Faculty of Food Business Management (FBM). ISB reciprocated, and visited PIM on 27 February 2018.
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Oscar
Agren Testimonial
Oscar
Agren
University of Boras, Sweden
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Program: Master’s degree in International Modern Trade Business Management (iMTM) I think my exchange term in Thailand will help me in many different ways in my future. An exchange term is what most employers look for and I have now got an international experience which have made me understand more about different cultural and given me a wider perspective on things. I have absolutely enjoyed my stay in Thailand at PIM. Thailand is truly the land of smiles; there is a happy atmosphere here. That’s why I would recommend PIM to my fellow students, of course! The way we got treated during our stay at PIM is astounding.
Martina Kraemer
DHBW VillingenSchwenningen, Germany
Program: Master’s degree in International Business Administration (iMBA)
I’m very grateful for this great opportunity to be work and study in PIM!
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Since January until mid May 2018, I have been part of iMBA batch 5. I have been joining the fun classes and eye-opening company visits. Additionally, the Deutsche Networking Center offers me the possibility to be part of their networking acvities with well-known German companies and other institution like the Thai-German Chamber of Commerce. Furthermore, I have been even a chance to support the editorial team of this newsletter and learn how the International Office at PIM operates.
STUDENT MOBILITY
University of Boras Program: International Modern Trade Business Management (iMTM)
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Six exchange students with academic advisor, Dr. Klas Hakan Alm (center) upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi airport on 15 August 2017
Six students from Sweden’s University of Boras select PIM as their host for their semester abroad from August to December 2017. Enrolled in the Business Informatics program under Dr. Klas Hakan Alm, Program Director, University of Boras, the students will be taking courses on modern strategic management and applied statistics for business decisions, to name a few, at PIM, through the international bachelor program in modern trade business management (iMTM). Prior to beginning their studies, the students: Mr. Rasmus Hansson, Mr. Oscar Wennberg, Mr. Oscar Agren, Mr. Sintan Siman, Ms. Lisa Myrnas, and Mr. Max Kellerth participated in CP ALL PIM’s signature welcome program highlighted by an executive welcome; attendance in an advisory meeting chaired by Mr. Korsak Chairasmisak, Chairman of the Executive Committee, CP ALL; dermatoglyphics
overview and testing at P-PAC; and a visit to Luxellence Center. A company visit to CP Group’s Royal Umbrella Thai Rice Factory and cultural visits to Ayutthaya, Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall, and Asiatique were also arranged as part of the students’ immersion program. The Swedish students then joined the new student orientation for the international master’s program in business administration (iMBA) at Buriram on 22-24 August 2017. In addition to their class work, the students have been invited to join several institute-level programs including opportunities to assist in teaching English for IT support professions, cooking classes, PIM International Night, and a business seminar for 7-Eleven.
By the Chao Phraya River at Asiatique
First day of class
Orientation trip at Buriram province
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After the finger scans at P-PAC
South West University 11 January 2018 PIM welcomes 7th batch of students from South West University, China On 11 January 2018 PIM welcomed a group of students from South West University, China who are going to undertake a five month Chinese teaching program in Thailand schools. They were welcomed by Mr. Pollasak Ruongpanyaroj, Executive Director Office of the President and Mr. Adisorn Wongjittapoke, Vice Executive Director Office of the President. The program which is customized with field work was designed to help the students gain more academic and industry experience. This is the seventh annual initiative in collaboration with the
South West University joins PIM’s Chinese teaching program
two institutions through the networks from PIM’s Faculty of Liberal Arts (Business Chinese Program).
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Grand Tour Study Abroad Since 2016, PIM and the Netherlands’ Stenden University of Applied Sciences (now NHL Stenden), PIM has hosted a total of 382 Stenden students who chose Thailand as their primary destination, participating in the Grand Tour study abroad program.
New Recruits to the Grand Tour Program at PIM 5 February 2018: This semester, PIM welcomed a fresh batch of Stenden students (61) who will be at PIM for a period of 10 weeks.
Cultural Trip to Ayutthya 9 February 2018: Visiting the most preserved historic city of Thailand is an important learning experience for Stenden students hosted by PIM. Several significant destinations included were the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, Wat Yai Chai.Mongkol, and Wat Mahathat.
Welcome Dinner Party at Chef’s Kitchen 14 February 2018: Now a tradition, PIM hosted a welcome dinner party for Stenden students at the newly opened and student-supported Chef’s Kitchen. International students from iMTM (International Modern Trade Management) and iMBA (International Master of Business Administration) programs also joined the party to establish new networks with the new batch and make new friends.
Kathmandu Don Bosco College 10 October 2017 Kathmandu Don Bosco College, Nepal chooses PIM for study tour
KDBC students at the company visit at the Ichitan Factory – Tanland
PIM hosted a group of MBA students from Kathmandu Don Bosco College (KDBC), Nepal led by Mr. Prakash Shrestha, Chief Administrative Officer for a 3-day program study tour during 10 – 12 October 2017.
Lectures on Oriental Wisdom in Management and Entrepreneurship in Globalized Economy were given by Dean of International College, Prof. Dr. Tang Zhi Min together with the 7-Eleven store visit as a highlight of the second day.
On the first day, students participated in lectures on Modern Trade Business Management by Ms. Jirarat Jantawatcharakorn , Associate Director, The Office of Academic Services and CP’s role & Contribution on Modern Trade Business by Ms. Shatshaya Kuwongbundit , Deputy Department Manager, International Business Networking Management, then followed by PIM facilities visit.
Company visit and cultural excursion were main activities for the last day. The morning session started with the great opportunity for KDBC students to visit the Ichitan Factory – Tanland and followed by the Historic City of Ayutthaya as a wonderful ending of the study tour.
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CORPORATE CONNECTIONS Baidu 31 January 2018 Leading AI corporation Baidu, China talks collaboration with PIM On 31 January 2018, Mr. Paul Chen, MD, Baidu Thailand and his technical and management team, is welcome by key management representatives from PIM led by Mr. Siam Choksawangwong, Vice President, Administrative Affairs; Mr. Pollasak Ruongpanyaroj, Executive Director, Office of President; and Prof.Dr. Tang Zhimin, Dean, International College and Director, China ASEAN Studies Center. The meeting started with a brief introduction of CP Group, CP ALL, and PIM. Mr. Paul then presented some background information about Baidu,
including the company’s current activities on Internet technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) Architects Mr. Han Dong and Mr. Zhou Wei showcased some of the company’s recent developments within the scope of AI technology. Dr. Tunyawat Somjaitaweeporn, Center Director, Faculty of Engineering and Technology and Assist. Prof. Dr. Datchakorn Tancharoen, Assistant Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology expressed their gratitude for the team’s kind visit and eagerness to work together on some projects and programs in the near future.
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Mr. Han Dong, Principal Architect, AI Business Product & Solution (seventh from left) and Mr. Zhou Wei, Solution Architect, AI Business Product & Solution (third from left) with PIM management team
GO-EX Market Immersion Mission to Bangkok 15 December 2017 GO-EX Market Immersion Mission to Bangkok
GO-EX (GO-EXPORT) Market Immersion Mission to Bangkok delegates attended networking session
and discussion with PIM and CP ALL international networking teams. Topics of discussion included prospect Malaysian products to import and possibility for shelf space in 7-Eleven.
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17 Malaysian business entrepreneurs led by Mr. Norman Dzulkarnain Nasri, Trade Counsellor in Thailand from Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), visited PIM on 15 December 2017.
Bio-Bijin 31January 2018 Premium tomato producer Japan Agri Challenge Asia Co., Ltd. Company begins cooperation with PIM Mr. Go Noguchi and Ms. Aleena Tangpanichayanont of the Japan Agri Challenge Asia Co., Ltd. were guests at the PIM campus with the representatives of the Faculty of Innovative Agricultural Management (IAM) welcoming them warmly. Introductions of Bio-Bijiin and PIM about their business ideas and concepts formed the basic framework for a discussion about possible cooperations
in the future. Since PIM students are familiar with work-based education, Mr. Go mentioned that they are welcome to work as interns for Bio-Bijiin. Possible collaboration could also include internships for PIM’s Business Japanese students who have completed their foundation language studies.
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Mr. Go Noguchi, Managing Director and Ms. Aleena Tangpanichayanont, General Manager