From international business strategy to emerging technologies, students from Assumption University of Thailand (AU) gained a firsthand look at China’s evolving business landscape during a visit to Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group in Shanghai.
The delegation, led by Rev. Bro. Dr. Achin Tengtrakul, a member of the Assumption University Council, included university vice presidents, faculty members and students from the Smart Integration in Management and Business Analytics (SIMBA) program, as well as master’s and doctoral students.
The group was welcomed by Thanakorn Seriburi, Senior Vice Chairman of CP Group and President of the Thai-Chinese Investment and Trade Promotion Association, whose decades of experience in China have helped establish the Thai conglomerate as a major player in one of the world’s largest economies.
A pioneer of CP Group’s expansion into China, Thanakorn has played an important role in developing the company’s interests across agriculture, food, pharmaceuticals and the automotive industry, including its involvement in Thailand’s MG automotive business.
During the visit, AU students and faculty exchanged perspectives on international business, innovation and technological developments reshaping China’s economy.
For SIMBA students, whose studies integrate business management, analytics and practical industry experience, the visit offered an opportunity to see how business concepts translate into real-world decision-making. Discussions with experienced business leaders provided insights into how multinational companies navigate international markets, respond to technological change and identify opportunities across industries.
The Shanghai visit also highlighted the importance of international exposure in preparing future business leaders. By engaging directly with industry executives, students gained a broader understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing businesses operating across borders.
The visit reflects Assumption University’s continuing efforts to bring academic learning closer to industry, strengthen international connections and prepare graduates to succeed in an increasingly interconnected global economy.
WRITER: THE AU LIBRARY
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