Mahidol University International College (MUIC)

1986 as the International Students Degree Program (ISDP),1996 officially designated as MUIC by the Mahidol University Council
  • Prof. Dr. Chulathida Chomchai (M.D. Dean of MUIC)
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Canida Hansawasdi (Assoc. Dean for Research and Academic Services of MUIC)
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Thanarerk Thanakijsombat (Chair of the Business Administration Division of MUIC)
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Olimpia C. Racela (Program Director of Marketing)
  • Assoc. Editor of the Journal of Asia Business Studies (Editorial Advisory Board of Emerald Emerging Markets Case Studies (EMCS))

Company Profile

Mahidol University International College (MUIC), established in 1986, is Thailand’s first public international college and a leading institution under Mahidol University. Located at the Salaya Campus near Bangkok, MUIC offers a globally oriented learning environment with over 4,000 students representing more than 50 nationalities. The college provides more than 18 undergraduate majors. MUIC graduates are known for their adaptability, creativity, and cross-cultural competencies, reflecting the institution’s strong commitment to academic excellence, internationalization, and citizenship. The Marketing major, within its AACSB-accredited Business Administration Division, is recognized for its high international standards in business and marketing education. The Marketing program's curriculum and delivery of practical experiential instruction equip students with strategic thinking, digital fluency, technology capabilities, and consumer insight skills essential for success in today’s dynamic global marketplace.

Research Services

MUIC offers interdisciplinary research support across business, science, and the arts, with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation. The AACSB-accredited Business Administration Division promotes applied research, industry collaboration, and consulting, particularly in international business, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship. Marketing faculty lead research on consumer behavior, brand strategy, digital marketing, and strategic firm growth, contributing to academic publications and industry projects. Research services include access to analytics tools, survey platforms, focus group facilities, and support for joint academic-industry initiatives both locally and internationally.

Key Expertise

Mahidol University International College (MUIC) offers a multidisciplinary academic environment with expertise spanning the sciences, arts, communication, and business. Across its divisions, MUIC emphasizes sustainability, innovation, global citizenship, and interdisciplinary problem-solving. Faculty members bring international academic credentials and industry experience, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and practical skills across diverse fields such as environmental science, creative arts, international relations, and media studies. The AACSB-accredited Business Administration Division is a leader in international business education in the Asia-Pacific region. Its core strengths include international business strategy, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, cross-cultural management, financial technology, and sustainable business practices. Within this division, the Marketing program offers deep expertise in digital marketing strategy, social media analytics, consumer behavior, product and brand innovation, and cross-cultural marketing. Faculty combine academic rigor with practical insight through case-based teaching, simulations, and client-based projects, preparing students to thrive in a global, data-driven marketplace.

Facilities

MUIC’s state-of-the-art facilities, centered in the Aditayathorn Building, include smart classrooms, financial trading and market research labs, multimedia centers, and collaborative workspaces. The Business Administration Division utilizes tools such as business simulations (e.g., Capsim), innovation studios, and behavioral observation equipment to support experiential learning, case competitions, and entrepreneurial projects. Marketing students benefit from access to digital media labs, analytics platforms, and industry-standard databases. All students and faculty have full access to Mahidol University’s extensive academic and digital library systems.