News & Activities 2011
October – December 2011
Kusa Panyarachun Scholarship Awarded at the PATA Quarterly Luncheon Meeting
On November 23, Khun Kusa Panyarachun, a pioneer in the Thai tourism industry, presented the first Kusa Panyarachun Scholarship scholarship to Mr. Phaithoon Kosiumnuay from the MSI (Service Innovation) International Program – at the PATA Quarterly Luncheon Meetingat JW Marriott Hotel, Bangkok. Mr. Phaithoon was chosen for the best continuing student scholarship based on four factors: academic achievement, leadership skills, level of personal development and commitment to his studies.
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Scholarships by PATA Thailand Chapter for MSI Student
The MSI program is very fortunate to have received three scholarships from the Thailand Chapter of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA Thailand Chapter). This is a strong indication of the industry’s support for the Program and a strong recognition by an international association of the Proram’s leadership role in increasing the level of service in the industry.
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MSI Director at the Special Working Group Meeting on ASEAN Marketing and Communication, September 9, 2011, Bangkok
On September 9, 2011, MSI Director Prof. Dr. Walter Jamieson and Ms. Pawinee Sunalai attended the Special Working Group Meeting on ASEAN Marketing and Communication to present a progress report on the ASEAN Marketing Strategy.
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MSI Study Trip to Hong Kong & Macao SAR, August 18-21, 2011
From August 18-21, 2011, the MSI program organized a study trip for the MSI students to Hong Kong & Macao SAR. The intent of the trip was to provide the students with a total learning experience. Hong Kong was chosen since it offers a significant range of cultural, entertainment and culinary experiences from the incredibly inexpensive hawkers stands to upscale restaurants. Hong Kong and Macau also provide an opportunity to understand a unique blend of cultures and the impact this reality has on service and experience delivery.
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