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GLOBAL CONNECT International Relations at PIM Newsletter

July-August 2015

CONTENTS South Australian Higher Education Delegates Find FPT University (Vietnam) draws comparison with PIM Similarities with CP’s Engagement in Education Asia Exchange explores PIM international programs The Royal Embassy of Belgium expresses interest in PIM PIM joins Curtin University alumni networking event PIM: A Study Tour Destination Zhejiang University includes visit to PIM, INTERNSHIPS + STUDENT EXCHANGE as part of summer camp Japan’s international university, Ritsumeikan Rasami British International School pays courtesy visit Asia Pacific University (APU), selects PIM for shortto PIM term study Delegates from Taiwan’s National Chengchi University Lert Lah School to work closely with PIM, CP ALL (NCCU) visit PIM Fuji Xerox Deputy President strongly believes in CP’s Osaka Sangyo University and Sasin Japan Center dedication to people, industry, and the country explores retail business expertise at PIM Satake Corporation to support PIM's ideas Hankuk University of Foreign Languages Korea outlines areas for academic collaboration with PIM

July - August 2015

CONTENTS South Australian Higher Education Delegates Find Similarities with CP’s Engagement in Education The Royal Embassy of Belgium expresses interest in PIM PIM joins Curtin University alumni networking event Zhejiang University includes visit to PIM, as part of summer camp Rasami British International School pays courtesy visit to PIM Delegates from Taiwan’s National Chengchi University (NCCU) visit PIM Osaka Sangyo University and Sasin Japan Center explores retail business expertise at PIM Hankuk University of Foreign Languages Koreaoutlines areas for academic collaboration with PIM FPT University (Vietnam) draws comparison with PIM Asia Exchange explores PIM international programs PIM: A Study Tour Destination INTERNSHIPS + STUDENT EXCHANGE Japan’s international university, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU), selects PIM for short term study Lert Lah School to work closely with PIM, CP ALL Fuji Xerox Deputy President strongly believes in CP’s dedication to people, industry, and the country Satake Corporation to support PIM's ideas

ABOUT GLOBAL CONNECT NEWSLETTER Welcome to Panyapiwat Institute of Management's (PIM) newsletter focusing on global engagement activities. This newsletter is published every two months to provide PIM’s partners and friends updates on the Institute’s international academic collaboration, student exchanges, and networking activities.

Editorial Team : Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Ms. Kim E. Kiatiwongse, and Mr. Kritsadathan Kacathan For inquiries and feedback, please contact : Ms. Kim E. Kiatiwongse Manager, International Relations kimkia@pim.ac.th 2

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South Australian Higher Education Delegates Find Similarities with CP’s Engagement in Education

Twelve high level representatives of leading South Australian higher education institutions visit PIM, together

Australian delegates representing key institutions including the University of Adelaide and TAFE SA

Phacharintanakul recounted CP ALL’s 16-year long contribution to higher education. Today, CP ALL cooperates with the Kingdom of Thailand’s Ministry of Education to operate 116 vocational schools, Panyapiwat Technological College (PTC), Panyapiwat Learning Center (PLC), and PIM. “Evidence of PIM graduates’ high employability and the consistent use of innovative teaching techniques, has steadily increased enrolment and decreased the drop-out rate from 30% to only 8%,” Mr. Phornvit continued.

Mr. Robin Murt, Chief Executive, TAFE SA expressed similarities in PIM’s model with many institutions in South Australia. He mentioned that working closely with industries and employers give students the best opportunity for employment. Cathie Brown, who handles business development and regions for TAFE SA, added that the feedback from their partners is their graduates are ready to work.

Several topics and issues were discussed during the emphasis, and teaching approaches and philosophies.

The Australian educators collectively expressed their interest in learning from PIM’s mentoring model, one of the Institute’s core approaches widely used in international programs.

Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert moderated the session and provided more details about PIM’s academic and operational structures. She also shared some international activities that PIM is currently involved and looking to intensify and launch.

The delegation included Ms. Madeleine Frost, Head of Tourism Hospitality and Creative Arts, TAFE SA Group; Ms. Cath Duncan and Ms. Julianne Kuhlmann, Directors, OzAsia Leaders; Mr. Tony Mitchener, General Manager, Careers Australia Group; and Mr. Nicol Morrison, Marketing Manager, ARO Education.

and global engagement is a critical part of the operations at The University of Adelaide (UoA). Dr. Glen handles academic and global relations of UoA, SA’s sole member of the prestigious research-intensive university coalition, Group of Eight (Go8).

South Australian Higher Education delegates with PIM management team

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July - August 2015

The Royal Embassy of Belgium expresses interest in PIM Mr. Nicolas Nihon, Deputy Head of Mission visits Panyapiwat Institute of Management (PIM) on 25 August Mr. Nicolas Nihon articulated that understanding Asia is a priority for many Belgians, adding that PIM could be something very interesting and unique for those seeking education and some industry experience in Thailand. “I understand that it’s very important cultures,” he noted.

Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, Office of International Relations said that being Thailand’s corporate university, with established industry links, sets PIM apart from all other universities and higher education institutes in Thailand. “Employing work-based education allows students to be hands on and exposed to the realities of employment, making them job-ready by the time they graduate,” Dr. Usanee stated.

Opportunities for prospective Belgians were outlined during the session which included possibilities for short term courses, immersion trips, and networking activities. PIM was acknowledged as an entry point to Asia, thanks in part to CP Group’s deep experience in a wide range of industries in 20 countries, including priority countries such as Myanmar where CP has been operating livestock activities for almost 20 years.

Mr. Siam Chocksawangwong leads the PIM team in welcoming Mr. Nicolas Nihon (far right) and Ms. Marie-Charlotte Debouche from the Royal Embassy of Belgium

Mr. Atit Koirala, who handles marketing for PIM’s international programs, added that students are currently coming from 13 countries, mostly from Asia.

“We are eager to welcome more students to PIM from Europe,” he said, invitingly.

Belgian diplomats with PIM and CP ALL’s international networking team

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PIM joins Curtin University alumni networking event CP ALL and PIM’s international team explore opportunities for collaboration with Curtin University and the Following a fruitful meeting at the PIM campus with Curtin University’s Bangkok representative, Mr. Adam networking in Bangkok at Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square last 14 August 2015.

The event was graced by Mr. Paul Robilliard, Ambassador of Australia to Thailand who encouraged alumni to enrich their lives after earning an education from Australian higher learning institutions.

Mr. Paul Robilliard

Assoc. Prof. Simon Leunig

Highlights of the event included a talk by Associate Professor Simon Leunig, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Curtin International. He shared Curtin University’s master plan and expressed his views on the importance of internationalization in higher education.

Discussions continued from Mr. Adam’s last visit to PIM wherein similarities beginning with study models called work integrated learning while PIM uses work based learning. Both universities are closely aligned to industries and emphasize on equipping students with skills to respond to the dynamic demands of the workplace.

Mr. Paul Robilliard, Ambassador of Australia to Thailand with CP ALL and PIM’s international team led by Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert

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July - August 2015

SPOTLIGHT ON PIM

Zhejiang University selects PIM as part of study tour A member of China’s elite C9 league of universities, Zhejiang University (ZJU), visit PIM as part ZJU’s College of Education Summer Camp on 21 August 2015.

SAIC Motors and PIM forge automotive alliance with MG Motors Thailand ZJU summer camp participants with Dr. Kan Yue (ZJU), Ms.Wannapa Pliansri (AIT), and PIM management team

PIM was privileged to welcome delegates from one of China’s oldest and prestigious universities, Zhejiang University (ZJU), situated in the city of Hangzhou. ZJU has over 3000 faculty members, and more than 46,000 full-time students.

ical Research (TISTR), Institute for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ISMED), and Kasikorn Bank join PIM to promote and develop science, technology, and innovation for enterprises

The group was comprised of 22 students led by Dr. Kan Yue, Associate Professor & Assistant Dean, College of Education. They were accompanied by Ms.Wannapa Pliansri from the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), a ZJU partner.

An overview of the activities of the CP Group was introduced to the students, followed by a discussion on athletic leagues, programs on entrepreneurship, and logistics.

Nok Air signs MOU with PIM to enable academic collaboration for the Aviation Business Management Program

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Delegates from Taiwan’s National Chengchi University (NCCU) visit PIM

Twenty delegates from Taiwanese university, NCCU, led by Dr. Jia-Chi Huang, Professor and Chairman of the Department of Business Administration, NCCU who also serves as Director of the MBA program, visit PIM as part of their study tour in Southeast Asia.

NCCU’s Dr. Jia-Chi Huang with PIM’s Thai dance troupe and NCCU’s MBA study tour delegates.

Dr. Jia-Chi was accompanied by Dr. Li-Ming Chen, Assistant Professor, Department of Business Administration, National Cheng Chi University; and Ms. JiaChun Chen, Project Manager, Sinyi School, National Cheng Chi University. Seventeen students joined this 7-day study tour on regional economics and industry development in Southeast Asia. The program, which includes emphasis on exploring business innovation in Southeast Asia, also works in close collaboration with the Sasin Graduate Institute of Business Administration, Chulalongkorn University.

The study group was welcomed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sompop Manarungsan, President; Mr. Siam Chocksawangwong, Vice President, Administration and Vice President, CP ALL together with members of PIM’s management team.

Prof. Dr. Tang Zhimin

Prof. Dr. Tang Zhimin, Dean, International College then delivered a special lecture on “Thai Economics in the ASEAN”. He mentioned Thailand’s central role in the region due to its location and strategic import and export industry. The students were eager to learn about the expansion plan of 7-11 and compared the franchise penetration in Taiwan with CP ALL’s thriving business.

The students were shown around campus tour particularly the library, the Convergent Media Studio, classroom areas, and CP Food World. To conclude their visit, the study group was also brought to the CP RAM Food Innovation Center, a subsidiary of CP ALL that produces frozen, chilled, and baked goods distributed in 7-11 stores domestically and exported to several countries.

PIM management team and NCCU study tour leaders

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July - August 2015

Osaka Sangyo University and Sasin Japan Center explores retail business expertise at PIM Prof. Yoshiro Fujioka of Japan’s Osaka Sangyo University visited PIM on 4 August 2015 to learn about CP ALL’s activities including PIM’s contribution to education and Thailand’s marketing and distribution industry.

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) returns to PIM, part of Global MBA Program Twenty- one delegates from HUFS Global MBA Program learn Thai and Korean Way of business and management style during a special course in at PIM.

HUFS Global MBA Program students with CP ALL and PIM representatives

Prof. Yoshiro Fujioka of Osaka Sangyo University (right) and Mr. Taro Seko (left) of Sasin Japan Center

and distribution management, Prof. Yoshiro was interested in related programs that PIM is currently particularly due to the success of operating the second largest number of 7-11 food convenience stores in the world.

Prof. Yoshiro was accompanied by Mr. Taro Seko of Sasin Japan Center (SJC), Sasin Graduate Institute of Business Administration, Chulalongkorn University.

Mr. Taro inquired whether PIM would be open to SJC including PIM as part of immersion trips and short courses for selected Japanese companies and universities. PIM’s Director of International Relations, Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert said that SJC was very welcome and proceeded to explain further about the

Led by Dr. Yun Sung Koh, Professor, College of Business Administration, HUFS students were treated to a special seminar about the Thai and Korean Way of business and management styles.

Two industry experts were invited to give special lectures on topics. Mr.Supat Metheeworapote, Policy and Plan Analyst attached to the Cabinet Secretary gave a talk about Thailand’s growing role as the gateway to ASEAN. This session was followed by a lecture that depicted the Thai way of business and management style by Mr. Aswin Techajareonvikul, Mr. Aswin noted the changes in varying sectors in the region brought about by cross cultural diversity under globalization.

of Berli Jucker

and regulations related to operating food convenience stores in Thailand

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Vietnam’s FPT University Asia Exchange explores PIM draws comparison with PIM international programs FPT University representatives visit PIM and begin talks to establish student mobility and academic collaboration on 10 August 2015.

Co-founder of Asia Exchange (AE), Finland-based student exchange service provider, Mr. Harri Suominen, meets with PIM’s international networking team on 27 August 2015.

Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, PIM (left) discuss similarities of both Mr. Harri Suominen, Asia Exchange (AE) institutions with FPT University’s Global Business Director, Business Director, Mr. Henry Nguyen Thanh Binh (far right) Mr. Harri, who is also Managing Director of AE was

Following a detailed discussion about PIM’s programs and activities, Mr. Henry Nguyen Thanh Binh, FPT University’s Global Business Director said he was impressed by PIM’s study model of which has many similarities his own university’s industry focused programs. Mr. Henry added that he is looking for interesting locations to send students from FPT University to undergo meaningful internships. He also invited the PIM management team to visit FPT University during their next visit to Vietnam.

Dr. Pisit Charnkeitkong, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology expressed interest in FPT University’s similar orientations to preparing work-ready graduates.

Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, Office of International Relations continued the discussion by outlining possible one-week internships for ten to Ms. Shatshaya Kuwongbundit and Ms. Nirada Jutagasut of CP ALL also joined the session.

welcomed to PIM by a team led by Ms. Parichart Buakao, Assistant to the President for Organizational Communication.

A vibrant and fruitful discussion transpired covering how PIM and AE can cooperate in terms of attracting more European students to study in PIM’s short courses, study tours, and international programs.

Ms. Parichart noted AE’s dynamic approach and mentioned that PIM is looking to attract more international students to experience PIM’s industry focused study model. Mr. Atit Koirala, who handles marketing for international programs, added that choosing PIM could open doors to Europeans looking to enter Asia for education and even employment.

Mr. Harri commended PIM’s vision to bring more diversity to the Institute, emphasizing that CP’s business network will be seen as an advantage for aspiring exchange students and those looking for internship placements.

PIM's international networking team with Mr. Harri

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July - August 2015

PIM : A Study Tour Destination Cambodia’s Zaman University kicks

Sixty-six students from Sias International

Shantou University Business School, China visits PIM, part of Thailand study tour

“iMBA’s corporate mentor program was a life changing experience for me. I received unwavering support from industry experts who drove me to turn my dream into a reality”.

Pitipon Pluemworasawat

Pitipon’s search for the right idea to turn into a real business began when he enrolled in PIM’s international MBA program (iMBA). As an IT professional, he was admittedly unsure where to begin.

PIM opened Pitipon’s eyes to limitless opportunities; the network he was able to access, the friends he made, and the quality of education he experienced are all pivotal to reactivating his dream. PIM’s iMBA program instilled an entrepreneurial zest which Pitipon maximized as he developed his business plan together with expert facilitators. Soon, he launched “London Smood”, a now popular and creative ice-cream venture located in Bangkok, Thailand.

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INTERNSHIPS + STUDENT EXCHANGE Cheng Shiu University Over twenty delegates from Cheng Shiu University (CSU),Taiwan joined a 4-week intensive internship arranged

by CP-ALL and PIM from 13 July to 7 August 2015.

CSU students join internship program at CP-ALL and PIM

Mr. Siam Chocksawangwong, PIM (right) and Mr. Chainarin Naowacharoenlak, CP ALL (left) with Mrs. Lee Wu Shu Hsin

Located in Niaosong District, Kaohsiung, CSU is a private university with strengths in engineering, international trade, education, business administration, and languages.

The program consisted of lectures covering business, politics, culture with immersion trips to MG/ Saic Motors; CPRAM Innovation Center; Thai Glico Co.,Ltd.; Thai Lotte Co.,Ltd.; Indra Ceramic; the Luxellence Center; and PIM’s Convergent Media Studio, bakery and food laboratories, and the Panyatara Training Center.

Nineteen students were welcomed to CP-ALL and PIM on 13 July 2015. Seventeen students enrolled in business programs were assigned to intern at CP ALL while two education majors were placed in PIM’s Faculty of Liberal Arts. The group was led by Dr. Tai Cheng Shuenn-Ren, Vice President. They were accompanied by Mrs. Lee Wu Shu Hsin, Director; Mr. Liang Wei Chun, Assistant to Director; and Mr. Lee Yan Yi, Board Secretary.

One of the highlights of the four-week program was an opportunity to meet CP ALL’s Chairman, Mr. Korsak Chairasmisak at the CP Towers on 15 July 2015. The interns were also given an appreciation course on the Go (围棋) Board-Game of Strategic Wisdom at the Panyapirom Club, VIP GO Room.

Study trip destinations included the 7-Eleven mock-up food convenience store and MG/Saic Motors

PIM management team led by Dr. Sompop Manarungsan, President and Associate Professor with CSU delegates

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July - August 2015

INTERNSHIPS + STUDENT EXCHANGE Japan’s Kansai University Ehime University students selects PIM as partner for begin internship and study tour at PIM Fieldwork Immersion PIM welcomed 22 Japanese students from Kansai 4 August 2015.

Ehime University (EU) students led by Dr. Tsuchiya Yuka, Professor, International Relations attended the welcome program and orientation to mark the start of their two-week internship and study tour in Thailand on 17 August 2015.

KU students begin their fieldwork program at the CP ALL Academy building

As one of oldest institutions of higher learning in Japan, Kansai University (KU) proudly boasts a history and tradition engrained in Osaka, and has prospered together with the city since 1886.

Led by Dr. Tamura Hiroshi, Professor and Associate The students were placed in four groups according to their skill and career aspirations; business, social work, teaching, and football coaching.

The program consisted of a variety of lectures covering business and culture, and immersions at several workplaces including secondary schools, orphanages, home for the aged, and the CP ALL headquarters.

Fields trips included a visit to the Bangpu Education Centre, Samutprakarn Province where students participated in mangrove forest rehabilitation, company visits to Glico Thai Co. and Toyo Pack, together with The closing ceremony was marked by the awarding KU and PIM students. Honorable guests included Mr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul, Vice President for of Cross Cultural Center, Faculty of Liberal Arts; Ms.Tipawan Apiwanworarat, Dean, Faculty of Liberal Arts; and Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, International Relations.

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Dr. Tsuchiya Yuka (third from left) with three Ehime University students and PIM representatives led by Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert (second from left), Director, International Relations

The delegation was welcomed by Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, International Relations who provided an overview about PIM’s history and mission in Thailand education and international engagement.

The program continued with introductory videos and presentations about the CP Group, CP ALL, and PIM, including the international business administration the session was Ms. Dusadeerat Kosumsiri-Robertson, The afternoon session commenced with a full orientation

by Ms. Natinee Potigul Deputy Section Manager, International Business Networking Management, CP ALL. She was assisted by Ms. Pasinee Tantiwitchayanggoon, also Deputy Section Manager. Ms. Natinee provided the pertinent details regarding the students’ internship program which will mainly be conducted at the CP ALL headquarters in Silom, Bangkok and at PIM, Chaengwattana, Nonthaburi. The two-week program will be highlighted by business training, company visits, exposition and cultural tours.

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Japan’s international univer- Rasami British International School pays courtesy visit to University (APU), selects PIM PIM for short-term study Ms. Arwenun Klipbua, Executive School Director of APU, a university famed for its establishment as

to choose PIM as a partner for international study programs.

APU students meet CP ALL and PIM management executives

Situated in Beppu, Ōita, APU has an approximate annual enrollment of 5,500 and a 56-44 domestic-international ratio. Students originate from 84 countries and regions. During this visit, 27 students participated in key activities including an immersion trip to the PIM campus on 27 August and a trip to CPRAM Innovation Center in Chonburi province, the next day.

Mr. Siam Chocksawangwong, Vice President for Dr. Kikkawa Takuro, Associate Professor, College of exchange at APU. He was accompanied by Ms. Okada Kei who is responsible for short-term programs.

Ms.Tipawan Apiwanworarat, Dean, Faculty of Liberal Arts expressed her admiration for APU’s modern teaching methods and myriad student activities. Dr. Kikkawa mentioned how impressed he was with CP network, PIM’s attractive and practical learning model, and the Institute’s state-of-the-art facilities.

Rasami British International School (RBIS) pays a courtesy visit to PIM and explores possible collaboration on 19 August 2015.

Ms. Arwenun Klipbua, Executive School Director (second from left) with PIM top management.

wong greeted visitors from RBIS together with Dr. Pichit Ritcharoon, Associate Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Education.

Ms. Arwenun Klipbua, Executive School Director said she impressed with CP All and PIM’s performances and growth. She also expressed her interest in PIM’s students currently enrolled in the Chinese Teaching major, who may want to explore employment at RBIS in the future.

She commended the bachelor degree program in International Modern Trade Business Management (iMTM) that PIM is planning to launch next year, 2016, noting that its focus is distinctive and attractive. She invited PIM to visit RBIS and share more details about iMTM. In concluding, Mr. Siam invited Ms. Arwenun to bring RBIS students to visit CP ALL and some of its subsidiary companies, including PIM.

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Lert Lah School to work closely with PIM, CP ALL Fifteen administrators and faculty members from respected international school, Lert Lah School, visited PIM to look into academic collaboration last 17 July 2015.

Dr. Sirinun Krisnachinda, PIM’s Head of Program for Communication English for Business, Faculty of Liberal Arts provided a brief on some current activities including a volunteer project wherein PIM students enrolled in the English program hone their teaching skills in public schools, particularly at the primary level.

Ms. Proud Paldetchpong, Assistant Director, Strategy and Development, leading the Lert Lah School delegation, shared her experience in administering Thailand’s only by the Canadian Department of Education annually.

Lert Lah School administrators and faculty members with PIM’s executive team

PIM’s Mr. Siam Chocksawangwong, Vice President, Administration warmly welcomed the delegation from Lert Lah School, noting how both institutions may be able to supplement one another’s strengths.

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Other areas for collaboration include public relations, marketing, CSR development, and activities for the soon to be established Satit PIM secondary school.

PIM can also act as a springboard for Lert Lah School students who are keen to learn about the CP Group and are seeking internships or employment.

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Fuji Xerox's Deputy President S a t a k e C o r p o r a t i o n t o strongly believes in CP's support PIM’s ideas dedication to people, industry, and Thailand Satake, Chairperson, Satake Corporation Japan, enTop management from Fuji Xerox visits PIM and is warmly welcomed by CP ALL and PIM executives on 28 July 2015. The visiting group was led by Mr. Haruhiko Yoshida, Deputy President and Representative Director, Fuji Xerox. He was accompanied by the President of Fuji Xerox Thailand, Mr. Koji Tezuka and Mr. Sommart Bunyasunanond, Vice President and Director of the Board.

Fuji Xerox top management with PIM and CP ALL

Phacharintanakul underlined the Institute’s attention to developing people through work-based education, adding that PIM’s study model is unique to Thailand due to the Institute’s strong alliances with industry partners and focus on experiential learning.

Mr. Haruhiko said that he is pleased to know that CP continues to expand. He expressed that “he strongly believes that the success of CP is because of the company’s dedication to people, industry, and Thailand.”

Leading the group during the special PIM exhibit, Mr. Siam Chocksawangwong, Vice President, Administration shared interesting facts about PIM’s developments, institutional strengths, and future plans. Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, Director, International explained how work-based education is utilized at PIM particularly at the bachelor degree level. Dr. Tang Zhimin, Dean, International College shared the Institute’s enthusiasm behind the international business admini stration programs being delivered in Chinese and English.

gage with CP ALL and PIM management representatives on 11 August 2015.

Pictured above, left to right: Mr. Shoichi Tanaka, Director, Satake Thailand; Dr. Montri Congtrakultien, Dean, Faculty of Innovative Agricultural Management, PIM; Dr. Toshiko Satake, Chairperson, Satake Corporation Japan; Mr. Phornvit Phacharintanakul , Vice wong, Vice President for Administration, PIM; and Mr. Jerasakdi Sa-ngiamkittikul, CEO, Crop Integration Business Group, Charoen Pokphand Engineering

Phacharintanakul expressed that while networking and aligning with industry partners are keys to strengthening PIM’s curriculum, internship opportunities, and future job placement for students, ensuring that PIM’s purpose is understood by society also requires great Mr. Shoichi Tanaka, Director, Satake Thailand, remarked that he will be happy to contribute to PIM’s idea. Internships can be made available to PIM students and programs can be developed to train PIM faculty and students to utilize Satake’s machinery and laboratory techniques particular to rice cropping, he said.

Dr. Montri Congtrakultien, Dean, Faculty of Innovative Agricultural Management expressed his appreciation and looks forward to working closely with Satake.

Mr. Siam Chocksawangwong facilitated a discussion on some of the projects PIM has been developing for industry partners with Ms. Parichart Buakao and Dr. Usanee Kulintornprasert, who added that PIM’s strong networks in the region include deep relationships in the ASEAN countries.

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Explore Global Connections with PIM Contact : Office of International Relations Panyapiwat Institute of Management (PIM) 85/1 Moo 2 Chaengwattana Rd. Bang Talad, Pakkred, Nonthaburi, 11120, Thailand inter_relations@pim.ac.th www.pim.ac.th