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Assumption
University was initially originated from Assumption Commercial College in 1969
as an autonomous higher education institution under the name of Assumption School of
Business. In 1972, with the approval of the Ministry of Education, it was
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Assumption
Business Administration College or ABAC.In May 1975,
it was accredited by the Ministry of University Affairs. In 1990, it was
granted new status as "Assumption University" by the Ministry of
University Affairs. The University is a non-profit institution administered
by the Brothers of St.Gabriel,a worldwide catholic religious order,
founded in France in 1705 by St.Louis Marie De Montfort, devoted to
education and philanthropic activities. The congregation has been
operating many educational institutions in Thailand since 1901. The
University is an international community of scholars, enlivened by
Christian inspiration, engaged in the pursuit of truth and knowledge,
serving the human society, especially through the creative use of
interdisciplinary approaches and cybertechnology. |
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 General Information |
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Philosophy |
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In loyalty to its Christian mission, Assumption University
stands for
- - the inculcation of
respect for the three institutions of the Nation: Religion, Country, the King and
a democratic way of life.
- - the belief that a man
justifies himself and his existence by the nobility of his work.
- - the commitment to be a
light that leads men towards the true source of all knowledge and life.
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Objectives and Policies |
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Assumption
University exists for the main purpose of serving the nation by providing scientific and
humanistic knowledge, particularly in the business education and management
science through
research and interdisciplinary approaches. To this end it aims at forming intellec-tually
competent graduates who :
- - are morally sound,
committed to acting justly, and open to further growth.
- - appreciate freedom of
expression, imbibe right attitudes and ideologies through a carefully
integrated curriculum of Ethics, Science, Languages and Business
Management.
- - achieve academic
excellence through hard work, critical thinking, and effective decision-making.
MOTTO : LABOR OMNIA VINCIT |
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Accreditation |
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The University is fully accredited by the Ministry of
University Affairs. Its graduates enjoy the privileges accorded to State University
graduates. Its academic standards are accepted by the Civil Service Commission of
Thailand. Assumption University is recognized in the USA and other
countries and the transfer of credits from the University are accepted abroad.
Graduates from the
University can pursue advanced Degrees anywhere in the world.
Assumption University
is listed in the Handbook of Universities and other Institutions of the INTERNATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITIES in Paris, France.
The University is
recognized by :
- - The Association of
Christian Univer- sities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA)
- - The Association of
Southeast Asian Institution of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
- - The International
Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
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Medium of Instruction |
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English is the officially approved medium of instruction at the
University. Five courses
are in the Thai language but only for Thai speaking students. Students whose native
tongue is not Thai follow the same courses in English. |
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Non- Discrimination |
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Assumption University does not discriminate in its programs and activities
against any person because of race, color, ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, age and sex.
This non-discrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, treatment of
individuals, and access to programs. Inquiries concerning this policy may be directed to
the Personnel office or the Office of the Registrar. |
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