Program information
Curriculum
MASTER OF ARTS AND SCIENCE PROGRAM IN BUSINESS STRATEGY (SPECIAL PROGRAM)
Level
Master's
Faculty / Institute
FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES
Website
https://graduate.mahidol.ac.th/
Degree Designation
MASTER OF ARTS AND SCIENCE(BUSINESS STRATEGY)
Additional advantages of the programme
The Master of Arts and Science in Business Strategy is a one-year intensive graduate program designed to integrate knowledge in competitive strategy, leadership, finance, and business sustainability. The program aims to develop strategic thinkers and ethical leaders who are well-prepared to meet the challenges of today’s increasingly complex and dynamic business environment.
This program is jointly developed by the Graduate School, Mahidol University, and Newton Business School, with the support of distinguished international business partners, including Pearson, Swissotel, E.ON, IKEA, and True Corporation. Such collaboration ensures that academic learning is seamlessly connected with real-world business practices and global perspectives.
Courses are delivered on weekends (Saturday and Sunday) at Siam Scape, Siam Square, Bangkok, providing students with convenient access to a vibrant learning environment located in the heart of the city.
Graduates of the program will be well-positioned for advancement in diverse professional fields, including careers as strategic executives, business analysts, and innovative entrepreneurs.
Admission Requirements
Curriculum Structure
Plan 2 Profession
Required Courses
24
Credits
Elective Courses not less than
6
Credits
Independent Study
6
Credits
Total not less than
36
Credits
Job Option after Graduation
- Chief Strategy Officer: CSO
- Strategic Planner/Analyst
- Corporate Strategist
- Management Analyst
- Business Development Manager
- Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
- Business Consultant
- Investment Analyst/Manager
- Marketing Strategist
- Operations Manager
- Policy Analyst
Course Requirements
Plan B
| Required Courses | Credit | ||
| MODULE 1: UNDERSTANDING COMPETITIVE STRATEGY - THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO COMPETITION AND STRATEGY | |||
| GRBS501 : WORLD OF COMPETITION - ESSENTIALS OF COMPETITION | 3 | ||
| GRBS502 : WORLD OF STRATEGY - ESSENTIALS OF STRATEGY | 3 | ||
| MODULE 2: UNDERSTANDING CEO - THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT | |||
| GRBS503 : WORLD OF MANAGEMENT (CHO, COO) - ESSENTIALS OF MANAGEMENT | 3 | ||
| GRBS504 : WORLD OF LEADERSHIP (LEADERSHIP, CEO) - ESSENTIALS OF LEADERSHIP | 3 | ||
| MODULE 3: UNDERSTANDING CFO - THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO FINANCIAL AND RISK MANAGEMENT | |||
| GRBS505 : WORLD OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT - ESSENTIALS OF FINANCIAL, COMPLIANCE, AND FUNDING | 3 | ||
| GRBS506 : WORLD OF STRATEGIC FINANCE - ESSENTIALS OF INVESTMENT AND COMPANY VALUATION | 3 | ||
| MODULE 4: UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS SUSTAINABILITY - THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO SUSTAINABILITY AND BUSINESS ETHICS | |||
| GRBS507 : WORLD OF GEOPOLITICS AND CLIMATE CHANGE - ESSENTIALS OF SUSTAINABILITY | 3 | ||
| GRBS508 : WORLD OF BUSINESS - ESSENTIALS OF BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY AND BUSINESS ETHICS | 3 | ||
| Elective Courses | Credit | ||
| GRBS509 : INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSES IN THE REAL WORLD - THE COMPREHENSIBLE GUIDE TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND CULTURE | 3 | ||
| GRBS510 : THAI BUSINESSES IN THE REAL WORLD - THE COMPREHENSIBLE GUIDE TO BUSINESSES AND CULTURE IN THAILAND | 3 | ||
| GRBS511 : MARKETING STRATEGY IN THE REAL WORLD - THE COMPREHENSIBLE GUIDE TO MARKET AND SALES | 3 | ||
| GRBS512 : BUSINESS STRATEGY IN THE REAL WORLD - THE COMPREHENSIBLE GUIDE TO CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS | 3 | ||
| GRBS513 : BUSINESS IDEAS IN THE REAL WORLD - THE COMPREHENSIBLE GUIDE TO SOLVING SOCIAL PROBLEMS AT PROFIT (SHARED VALUE) | 3 | ||
| GRBS514 : BUSINESS INNOVATION AND DISRUPTION IN THE REAL WORLD - THE COMPREHENSIBLE GUIDE TO CHANGES AND ADOPTION (TECHNOLOGY AND AI) | 3 | ||
| GRBS515 : THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE OF NATIONS - THE DIFFERENCES IN PROSPERITY OF NATIONS | 3 | ||
| GRBS516 : CURRENT TOPICS IN BUSINESS STRATEGY | 3 | ||
| GRBS517 : WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE REAL WORLD - THE ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE IN REAL WORK AND BUSINESS PRACTICE | 6 | ||
| GRBS518 : FINANCIAL WISDOM | 3 | ||
| GRBS519 : THE EVOLVING SELF | 3 | ||
| GRBS520 : OVERSEAS BUSINESS TRIP | 3 | ||
| GRBS521 : BUSINESS ENGLISH COMMUNICATION | 3 | ||
| GRBS522 : DESIGN THINKING FOR BUSINESS | 3 | ||
| GRBS523 : BUSINESS DRAMA | 3 | ||
| Thematic Paper | Credit | ||
| GRBS696 : INDEPENDENT STUDIES | 6 | ||
Program Lecturer
- Assistant Professor Dr. ORNLATCHA SIVARAK (PROGRAMME DIRECTOR)
- Associate Professor Dr. VEERA BHATIASEVI
- Associate Professor DR. YINGYOT CHIARAVUTTHI
- Associate Professor Dr. AMONRAT THOUMRUNGROJE
- Associate Professor Dr. NUNTANA UDOMKIT
- Associate Professor Dr. VIRIYA TAECHARUNGROJ
- Associate Professor Dr. SUPARA KAPASUWAN
- Associate Professor Dr. CHANCHAI PHONTHANUKITITHAWORN
- Assistant Professor Dr. DISSATAT PRASERTSAKUL
- Assistant Professor Dr. MALINVISA SAKDIYAKORN
- Assistant Professor Dr. CHOMPUNUCH PONGJIT
- Assistant Professor Dr. THANYAWEE PRATUMSUWAN
- Assistant Professor DR. BENJALUX SAKUNASINGHA
- Lecturer Dr. NASSIM DECHOUCHE

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