Assumption University (Thailand)

Assumption University (AU, Thai: มหาวิทยาลัยอัสสัมชัญ, RTGS: Mahawitthayalai Assumption, abbreviated ABAC), is an internationally private and non-profit catholic university in Bangkok, Thailand. By the spirit of His Eminence, Emile Genest August Colombet (The founder of the third oldest school in Thailand, Assumption College), Bro. Bernard Mary, Principal of ACC, initiated a private college, so called ASB in 1969 and subsequently, the Brothers of St. Gabriel in Thailand developed and transformed the school to Assumption School of Business, the english program-intensive business school. In 1972, Rev. Bro. Prathip M. Komolmas made use of a piece of land in Hua Mak to establish Assumption Business Administration College (ABAC) accredited by the Bureau of University Affairs. Rev. Bro. Sompong Jirananda was appointed the first president in 1972; serving as the college Director (President). ABAC was granted a new status as Assumption University (AU) by the Ministry of University Affairs on May 22, 1990. The naming of Assumption, besides its religious meaning in glorification of the Mother of Christ, has yet another meaning in Thai, namely ” the Abode of Abiding Knowledge” and rightly, “Assumption University” is the Seat of Wisdom.


Assumption University
of Thailand
มหาวิทยาลัยอัสสัมชัญ (Thai)
Educating Intelligence and Minds to Change the World
Other name
AU, ABAC
Former names
Assumption Commercial College (-1969)
Assumption School of Business (1969-1972)
Assumption Business Administration College (1972-1990)
MottoLabor Omnia Vincit (Latin)
Motto in English
Work conquers all things
TypePrivate Catholic Research Non-profit Coeducational Higher education institution
Established1969 (1969)
FounderMontfort Brothers of St. Gabriel
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
(Gabrielite Brothers)
Academic affiliations
ACUCA ASAIHL IFCU
PresidentRev. Bro. Dr. Bancha Saenghiran f.s.g.
Vice-presidentRev. Bro. Dr. Achin Tengtrakul, f.s.g. (Acting VP for Student Affairs) Rev. Bro. Dr. Amnuay Yoonprayong, f.s.g.
(VP for Moral Development Education)
Students19,870
Location
592/3 Soi Ramkhamhaeng 24 Ramkhamhaeng Rd., Hua Mak, Bangkok
,
Samut Prakan
,
Thailand

13.756018°N 100.627617°E / 13.756018; 100.627617
CampusSuvarnbhumi Campus
Huamark Campus
City Campus
Medium of InstructionEnglish
MascotHorses
Websitewww.au.edu

History

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 officially established as 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.

Assumption University is recognized in the USA and other countries to transfer credits from the University to abroad. Graduates from the University can pursue advanced degrees at any partner universities 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 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.

Locations
  • Suvarnabhumi Campus
  • Huamak Campus[1]
  • City Campus

Sedes Sapientiae: The Seat of Wisdom

It is a tradition handed down for centuries that Christians venerate the Mother of Christ as "the Seat of Wisdom". (Sedes Sapientiae)

According to Christian belief, Christ is the wisdom seated on the Throne. This implies, on the one hand, that the Mother of Christ is the Dwelling Place of the Supreme Wisdom of all science.

On the other hand, the university is the Alma Mater, or our Mother who is also the "Dwelling Place of Knowledge". In this context, "Assumption" which, besides its religious meaning in glorification of the Mother of Christ, has yet another meaning in Thai, namely" the Abode of Abiding Knowledge" Rightly, "Assumption University" is the Seat of Wisdom.

Accreditation

The University is accredited by OHEC (Office of Higher Education Commission), Thailand and ONESQA (Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment).

The University is also recognized by:

  • The ASEAN Universities Network (AUN)
  • The Association of Southeast Asian Institution of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • The Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA)
  • The Association of Southeast Asian Institution of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • The International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • The U.S. Veterans Administration, Washington D.C.
  • The United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)

Academic programs (2018)
No. School Bachelor's Degree Program Master's Degree Program Doctoral Degree Program Total
1 Martin de Tours School of Management and Economics 12 2 1 15
2 Theodore Maria School of Arts 4 - - 4
3 Bernadette de Lourdes School of Nursing Science 1 - - 1
4 Vincent Mary School of Science and Technology 2 2 2 6
5 Vincent Mary School of Engineering 4 - - 4
6 Albert Laurence School of Communication Arts 6 - - 6
7 Thomas Aquinas School of Law 1 2 - 3
8 Theophane Venard School of Biotechnology 2 1 1 4
9 Montfort del Rosario School of Architecture and Design 4 - - 4
10 Louis Nobiron School of Music 2 - - 2
11 Graduate School of Business and Advanced Technology Management - 7 5 12
12 Graduate School of Human Sciences - 5 4 9
38 19 13 70

Institutions and research centers
  • ABAC Consumer Index
  • ABAC Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise (ICE Center)
  • ABAC Business Legal and Advisory Center
  • ABAC SIMBA (ABAC Social Innovation in Management and Business Analysis)
  • Confucius Institute
  • ODI (Organization Development Institute)
  • PAN AM International Flight Academy
  • Tsinghua – ABAC AEC Research Institute
  • Institute for Research and Academic Services (IRAS)

Notable alumni

References
  1. "Campus Direction". Assumption University.
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