5 research outputs found
Motivation and decision in choosing civil services as a career of fourth-year students at Chiang Mai University due to the COVID-19 pandemic
No full textBackground: The COVID-19 epidemic is affecting the work of people around the world including students who have to graduate and to decide in choosing a civil servant career. The aim of the study: to explore the motivating factors influencing the decision for the 4th year students of Chiang Mai University to enter the civil service during the COVID era. Materials and Methods: This study was conducted among fourth-year students at Chiang Mai University. The sample in this study consisted of 362 people. Multiple regression analysis was used to find a linear equation that expressed the relationship between motivating factors and decision-making. Results: The findings of this research showed that choosing civil services as a career of fourth-year students at Chiang Mai University during the COVID-19 outbreak was high with an average of 3.60. According to hypothesis testing, the factors affecting levels of favorable decision in choosing a civil service career were statistically significant at the 0.05 level in descending order as follows: security, compensation and benefits, values, career path and job characteristics. The influence of personal factors on choosing civil service jobs were not significantly different at the 0.05 level, except the family income factor that influences choosing civil service jobs. Conclusions: It was found that personal factors which consisted of gender, domicile, grade point average and average family income per month affecting different government career choices and factors in motivation in deciding to choose a government career containing job characteristics, compensation factor and welfare factors career advancement factors, security factor and value factors had a negative effect on the level of decision-making on the choice of civil service careers
Destination City for Digital Nomad\u27s in Thailand: A Case Study of Digital Nomad Community in Chiang Mai
No full textThe popularity of moving abroad for working and travelling at the same time has started to become a lifestyle that gradually breaks the traditional way of working as salaried workers or being known as a Digital Nomad (Müller, 2016). In Thailand, Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket are the top destinations, especially Chiang Mai, which was once chosen as the world\u27s number 1 destination for digital nomads to move to (Chiangmai buddy, 2017). This study aims to understand the factors of nomads’ migration (Pofeldt, 2017). Qualitative research collected data and in-depth interviews with 11 key informants through a digital nomad community in Chiang Mai. Data analysis was performed through the method of content analysis. The results of the research showed that there were three factors supporting a decision of selecting Chiang Mai as a destination city. The first factor is natural and cultural capital, such as its unique culture, various tourist attractions, food, and diverse nature. The second factor is access to work and communication infrastructures through the internet, cafés, internet prices, and services. The third factor is information exchange networks are built, integrating networks of a digital nomad community in Chiang Mai where opinions are exchanged, and activities are performed constantly. This has led to exchange networks that have made Chiang Mai become a top destination for nomads around the world
A Comparative Analysis of STEM Design Curriculum Policy for Country Development: A Case Study of Taiwan and Thailand
No full textThe aim of this comparative study is to analyze the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) design curriculum policies in Taiwan and Thailand, focusing on their potential impact on national development. The research examines three key areas: 1) STEM educational development policies; 2) curriculum frameworks; and 3) teacher professional development. The methods employed in this study include a comprehensive review of relevant literature, policy documents, and curriculum frameworks from both Taiwan and Thailand. The analysis involves a comparative approach to identify similarities, differences, and best practices in STEM education policies and implementation strategies. The results indicate that both Taiwan and Thailand recognize the importance of STEM education for driving innovation and economic growth. However, Taiwan demonstrates a more comprehensive STEM policy
framework and a stronger commitment to developing a skilled workforce. Taiwan’s curriculum framework emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning, interdisciplinary integration, and the incorporation of modern technologies, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills among students. In contrast, Thailand is in the early stages of establishing STEM regulations and aligning curricula with industry needs. Thailand’s evolving curriculum framework shows promise in promoting creativity, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving abilities. Regarding teacher professional development, Taiwan has a well-established system of ongoing training and industry-school collaboration, while Thailand is in the process of creating a STEM teacher competency program. The key conclusion of this study is that Taiwan’s well-developed STEM policy framework, with its focus on curriculum design and teacher professional development, demonstrates a more holistic approach to promoting STEM education compared to Thailand. Despite Thailand’s early stage of implementation, the country is showing encouraging progress in aligning its STEM policies with national development goals. The findings suggest that a comprehensive and integrated approach to STEM education, encompassing policy development, curriculum design, and teacher professional development, is crucial for effectively promoting economic growth and innovation in both Taiwan and Thailand
TRANSFORMING BUSINESS LANDSCAPES: STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE AND INNOVATIVE GROWTH IN THAILAND
No full textThis article explores the innovative business models and strategies that Thai companies are embracing to enhance their competitiveness, foster sustainability, and adapt to the evolving market conditions. By drawing on the work of prominent scholars, the article provides a comprehensive understanding of the transformative processes shaping the future of Thai businesses. Key findings include the adoption of platform-based models, circular economy models, servitization models, collaborative and sharing-based models, and localized and resilient supply chain models. The article also highlights the synergistic framework that integrates digital transformation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and supply chain resilience, driving sustainable and innovative growth for Thai businesses
Holistic Strategic Management Under the New Normal Concept
No full textDue to the outbreak of COVID-19, people’s working lifestyles around the world are affected by lockdown and working from home. Most of the public and private sectors then need to deal with this crisis which causes impacts on humans in various dimensions and brings about new behaviors in a human society. Therefore, this academic article aims to study a new normal of strategic management by using a literature review from various sources such as academic articles, interviews and other relevant information, and then summarizing and synthesizing them into work management strategies, people management strategies as a guideline in management planning for both the public and private sectors’ strategic management in the future
