OIA’s Open House on the 10th

September 2010

The President of National Institute of Development Administration graciously presided over the Office

of International Affairs Open House 2010 held on the 10th

September 2011 at the Hall of Fame, Sayam

Boromrajakumari Building. Vice President for Academic Affairs and Assistant to the President for International

Affairs also attended the opening ceremony. In moving forward to the internationalization of NIDA, such

activity aimed to introduce international affairs teamwork and skillful officers. Of great important is a

prosperous relationship built through the OIA Open House ceremony.

OIA’s Outing Activity 2010

The Office of International Affairs provided a study visit for international students on Saturday

27th

November 2010. Organized at the Ancient City, Samutprakarn province, and the Erawan Museum, the

activity allowed students and OIA staff to exchange experience and practical ideas, to enhance melodious

relationship, and more importantly to promote Thai cultural heritage through a pleasant trip.

Valentine’s Day Outing Activity

The International Student Club joined with the OIA staff visited Rajaprajasonggroh School to make a

generous contribution towards handicapped children on the 14th

February 2011. On this occasion, a charitable

lunch including enjoyable activities and special gifts of love was cordially delivered to 50 RAJVITHI orphan girls

to bring happiness for all.

Thai Language Class Activity

The International Student Club and the OIA staff offered a Thai language course for 15 international students during the 9

th

April 2010 to the 6th

August 2010. Performed at the International Student Club on the 2nd

floor of the NIDA Sports Club and Student Union, the teaching and learning activities were introduced by

lecturers from Suma Pasa Language and Cultural School.

OIA’s Dhamma Delivery International Night 7 October 2011

The Office of International Affairs introduced English Dhamma On the 7th

October 2011, the President of National Institute of Development Lecture on the topic of “To live a peaceful life” at NIDA Administration graciously presided over the International Night 2011, conference room 202 on the 2

nd

floor of Sayam Boromrajakumari a recreation activity proposed by the OIA. Fifty-nine participants including Vice Building. The program was presented by Phra Manas Atthateepo, President for Academic Affairs, Curriculum Directors, international students,

a keynote speaker from Wat Arunrajawararam Rajaworamahavihara. Staff from other relevant offices, and auspicious guests joined this special

event in enhancing intimate relationship and cross-cultural unity.

2.3 NIDA International Graduate Program and Training Courses Package (NIDA IP)

The OIA has officially publicized NIDA International Graduate Program and Training Course packages for

prospective students. According to the international courses, 11 incentive programs proposed by 6 graduate

schools have been recently offered, with 33 scholarships granted for international candidates. Additionally,

a variety of training courses have been promoted for particular interests. Subsequent to this announcement,

there has been a growing body of interest in wide-ranging academic and training programs emerged from

various academic institutions, including government and private sectors such as The United Nations

Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Consulate of Swaziland, Laos Embassy, Cambodia

Embassy, and Sudan National Electricity Corporation. Moreover, Ministry of Education in Bangladesh has

showed keen interest in joining students training program featured on negotiation launched by NIDA Training

Center. The international programs and training courses are extensively presented as follows.

- NIDA International Graduate Programs: Providing 11 international programs offered by 6 graduate

schools, including School of Public Administration, School of Business Administration, School of Language

and Communication, School of Applied Statistics, School of Development Economics, and School of

Human Resource Development. Highlighted programs are: Doctor of Philosophy in Development

Administration, Doctoral Program in Business Administration, Master Program in Business Administration,

Doctor of Philosophy in Development Economics, and Master of Arts in Language and Communication.

- International Training Courses: Featuring on 11 training programs, including An Innovation in Public

Administration and Reinforcement, Women’s Empowerment for the Future World Leaders, Negotiation

for the 21st

Century, and Effective Conflict Management.

3. NIDA Academic Collaboration within 4 regional sectors: China, African Continent, Russia, and

Middle East.

Given a proactive strategy in fostering international collaboration, the NIDA executive team has implemented

a collaborative scheme called “Relationship Management Program: RMP”. The program, which is now in

progress, aims for creating network collaboration, mutually fruitful relationship, including student and

academic exchanges within 4 regional parts: China, African Continent, Russia, and Middle East. Underlying the

RMP program, NIDA has planed to visit various institutions in the China in a forthcoming March 2012.

www.oia.nida.ac.th

OIA Supervisor

(Assistant to the President for International Affairs)

Associate Professor Dr. Judhaphan Padunchewit Tel: 0-27273146

Chief of Office of International Affairs

Ms. Nipa Chumsuk Tel: 0-27273320

OIA’s Staff

Scholarship & Funding Advising and Collaboration Abroad

Ms. Jintarat Aukkamanung Mr. Chanokpan Srimongkolpitak

Tel: 0-27273321 Tel: 0-27273321

International Students and Scholar Services

Mr. Phanu Boonma Mr. Peeradej Koomwongthai Mr. Napol Woraprateep

Tel: 0-27273322 Tel: 0-27273327 Tel: 0-27273327

Administrative and General Affairs

Mr. Yingyos Chitteeraphap

Tel: 0-27273323

Contact Us via Email Address: nida_oia@yahoo.com