School of Economics and Investment

About

School of Economics and Investment

The School of Economics and Investments at Bangkok University was first authorized by the University Bureau to offer undergraduate programs in 1986. The school began by offering a Bachelor of Economics program in the field of Development Economics. In 1992, the school added a Bachelor of Economics program in the field of International Economics. A third program, a Bachelor of Economics program in the field of Business Economics, was added in 1994. In 2008, the school began to continuously revise its curriculum to meet the needs of the labor market and the university's identity. In 2010, the school discontinued the Bachelor of Economics program in the field of Development Economics.

Currently, the School of Economics and Investments offers a single undergraduate program, the Bachelor of Economics program. This program includes three elective specializations: International Economics, Business Economics, and Finance. The school also offers a single graduate program, the Master of Science program in Finance. This program was launched in 2014 and was developed in collaboration with Siam Commercial Bank Public Company Limited to ensure that it meets the needs of employers.

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Vision and Mission

Philosophy

The School of Economics and Investments at Bangkok University is committed to producing graduates who have a strong foundation in economics, both theoretical and applied. In addition, graduates should be equipped with knowledge and skills in finance, investment, and entrepreneurship. They should also have the following characteristics that are in line with the university's identity: creativity and global citizenship. These graduates should be able to guide society in making economic and business decisions that lead to sustainable development.

Mission

The School of Economics and Investments at Bangkok University is focused on producing graduates with knowledge and expertise in economics, strong moral and ethical values, and knowledge and skills in other relevant areas. In addition, graduates will have a strong understanding of interdisciplinary studies, the ability to conduct independent research, and the ability to apply economic principles and concepts effectively to other disciplines. This will contribute to the continued development of the country's economy and society.

Objectives

  1. To develop graduates who have knowledge and skills in economics, both theoretical and applied, and who have strong moral and ethical values.
  2. To develop graduates who have knowledge and skills in finance, investment, and entrepreneurship.
  3. To develop graduates who have the characteristics of the university's identity: creativity, entrepreneurship, and global citizenship.
  4. To develop graduates who have other necessary skills (Soft Skills), such as language skills, information technology skills, presentation skills, sales skills, and negotiation skills.
  5. To develop graduates who have the characteristics that meet the needs of the labor market.
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Internships

Internships and Cooperative Education

The School of Economics and Investments at Bangkok University has partnerships with leading businesses in Thailand to send students to internships under the cooperative education program. These internships provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the workplace and to develop their skills and knowledge.

  • Finansia Syrus Securities Public Company Limited
  • Phillip Securities (Thailand) Company Limited
  • TISCO Bank Public Company Limited
  • Trinity Securities Company Limited
  • Bualuang Securities Public Company Limited
  • Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives
  • CP All Public Company Limited
  • Millennium Hilton Hotel Bangkok

The program receives cooperation in teaching, organizing activities to developing skills, such as the Professional Development Project, the Final Fieldwork Project, and guest speakers. The program emphasizes internships and cooperative education with both public and private agencies and institutions.

Admission
School of Economics and Investment
Scholarship available
Preparation
With a cumulative GPA of 4 more semesters, you can apply for admission immediately.