In a significant move to strengthen higher education governance, Khon Kaen University’s Academic Service Office orchestrated an intensive four-day training program from December 16-19, 2024, at SD Avenue Hotel, Bangkok, that brought together top administrators from Thailand’s most prestigious universities. The “Administrative Law for Higher Education Administrators” workshop, held at the elegant SD Avenue Hotel in Bangkok, marked a pivotal moment in educational leadership development.
In a notable highlight of the training program, Prof. Dr. Supachai Pathumnakul, the newly appointed Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, delivered a compelling keynote address on “Policies for Managing Higher Education Institutions.” His presentation offered valuable insights into the future direction of Thailand’s higher education landscape.
The significance of the occasion was marked by a graceful ceremony where Asst. Prof. Pongthorn Suwannathada, Deputy Director of Academic Services, extended warm congratulations to Prof. Dr. Supachai on his prestigious appointment as Permanent Secretary.
The course covered key topics, including:
– Policies for Managing Higher Education Institutions: Strategies for organizational development to keep pace with change.
– Administrative Procedure Law: Proper operations within higher education institutions.
– Procurement and Public Asset Management: Transparent use of resources.
– The Role of Administrators in Financial Discipline: In accordance with the State Financial and Fiscal Discipline Act, B.E. 2561 (2018).
– Personnel Management and Civil Service Discipline Laws: Managing human resources within organizations.
– Anti-Corruption and Tort Liability Laws: Preventive measures and investigation procedures.
The training featured distinguished speakers, including:
– Dr. Prasat Pongsuwan, Chair of the Personnel Administration Division, Supreme Administrative Court.
– Mr. Pranai Wanitchanon, Presiding Judge of the Supreme Administrative Court.
– Mr. Itthiporn Jirapattanakul, Chief Judge of the Administrative Court of First Instance, Supreme Administrative Court.
– Prof. Dr. Supachai Pathumnakul, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation.
– Mr. Surapong Intarathaworn, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
– Mr. Thanapol Komarakul Na Nakorn, Deputy Auditor General.
– Mr. Somsak Phusakul, Deputy Director-General of the Comptroller General’s Department, Acting Advisor on Financial and Fiscal System Development.
– Mr. Piroon Phienlumlert, Former Advisor on Civil Service Systems, Office of the Civil Service Commission (OCSC).
The success of this intensive training marks a significant milestone in the ongoing journey to elevate educational management standards nationwide, setting a new benchmark for professional development in Thailand’s academic sector. As participants return to their respective institutions, they carry with them not just enhanced knowledge, but also a renewed vision for excellence in educational leadership.
