Mahldol University's Strategic Plan 2009-2012

Mahidol University originates from Thailand's first hospital, Siriraj Hospital, founded by H.M. King Chulalongkorn in 1888, and the hospital's medical school is the oldest institution of higher learning in Thailand, granting its first medical degree in 1893. Later becoming the University of Medical Sciences in 19421 the University was renamed with great honor in 1969byH.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej after his own father, H.R.H. Prince Mahidol of Songklo, who is widely regarded as the 'Father of Modern Medicine and Public Health in Ihoitond'.

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Maf1idol University's Strategic: Plan 2009-2'012

Since then. Mahidol University has developed into a well-established rnultl-disciplinorv university consisting ot 16 foculties. 6 colleges, 8 institutes, 4 teaching hospitals, and numerous research centers. The major campuses of the University are in Bangkok and the vicinity, including campus sites at PhayathaL Bangkok Not and Salayo, as well as a high-rise" Jl" building on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road. It has also established three provincial campuses in KanchanaburL Nokhon Sawan and Amnaj Charoen provinces. Although Mahidol University has now become an internationally acclaimed institution, it has retained the spiritual legacy of H.R.H. Prince Mahidol in developing its motto; philosophy, aspiration, and core values.

Attanarh upamariJ ................ Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.

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Philosophy:

True success is not in the learning, but in its application to the benefit of mankind.

Determination Statement:

Wisdom of the Land

Core Values:

M A H I D o l

Mastery Altruism Harmony Integrity Determination Originality Leadership

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Mahidol University's Strategic Plan 2lJ09 .. 2012

As. Mahidol University continues to develop in the pursuit of academic excellence, the University reaffirms the following Joint vision and mission statement.

Vision:

Mahidol University is determined to be a world class university.

Mission:

To excel in health, sciences, arts and innovation with integrity for the betterment of Thai society and the benefit of mankind.

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Mahldol University's Strategic Plan 2009 .. 2012

The University has developed 4 key strategic approaches to accomplish the University's mission and to strive toward the vision as follows.

Strategy 1 ..... Research Excellence

1 . Produce, support, recruit and retain high quality researchers who have internationally accepted research skills andl or peer recoqnitlon.

2. Foster research competitiveness and leadership capacity in both national and international arenas.

3. Support research that benefits local and global communities.

4. Support collaborative research with the public and private sector that is lnnovotive. adds volue and develops economic and industrial competitiveness.

5. Develop a management system and facilities that support integrated and multidisciplinary research.

6. Create a knowledge repository and an effective public relations system.

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Strategy 2 ..... Teaching and Learning Excellence

1 . Encourage students and personnel to develop professional skills and to have enquiring minds, capable of lifelong learning.

2. Produce graduates who exhibit the characteristics of Mahidol University's core

values and culture.

3. Strive for academic excellence in order to compete at the international level.

4. Develop an environment conducive to learning.

5. Create systems and mechanisms that support research in education.

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Mahidol University's Strategic Plan 2009-2012

Strategy 3 ..... Healthcare and Services Excellence

1. Promote the provision of services with the spirit of human dignity.

2. Elevate the provision of healthcare services to be an internationally recognized academic medical hub.

3. Maintain status as the leading medical service provider at the super-tertiary care level.

4. Strive to become the leader in developing systems for providing national healthcare services.

5. Promote cooperation with all sectors.

6. Create HMahidol University" standards.

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Strategy 4 ..... Internationalization

1. Instill the awareness that Mohidol University is a part of the global community.

2. Foster cooperation and exchange of knowledge with various organizations at the international level.

3. Enhance the visibility of Mahidol University in the global arena.

4. Advance the potential of students and staff to achieve international recognition as global scholars.

5. Support internationalization internally.

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Mc'hldol l!Jnl¥erslt,'s Strategic Plan 2009-2012

In order to fulfill the University's mission, Mahidol University strives to encourage harmony in diversity, the usage of modern information technology and the effective administration of resources within the University.

Harmony in Diversity

With its diverse background and the maintenance of several campuses, Mahidol University recognizes the importance of promoting 'harmony in diversity'. In pursuit of this goal, the University strives to coordinate the visions and missions of its faculties, institutes and colleges to correspond with those of the University. Additionally, the University works towards promoting its core values and instilling a sense of corporate loyalty and pride among its academic staff, personnel. students and alumni. In creating this unity, it promotes the establishment of networks and mechanisms to support cooperation between diverse sectors infernally and externally. Furthermore, Mahidol University also strives to develop a community where the stakeholders work together in hormonv.

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Mahldol University's Strategic Plan 2009·2012

ICT-Based University & Resource Optimization

In support of its strategies, Mahidol University aims to develop an leT system, a management information system and a data warehouse for effective education, learning, research and management. In addition, the University seeks to promote and ensure optimum utilization of resources through effective financial end budgetary administration and the use of the most appropriate technology to augment capacity and produce the greatest benefits.

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Mahldol University's Strategic Plan 2009-2012

Human Capital

The University's vision to become a sustainable world class university requires the development of human capital at aU levels, including students, academic staff, and other personnel of the University. This effort includes personal and professional development, creation of a conducive learning environment and a stimulating research atmosphere, as well as the building of stroteqic partnerships. Moreover, recruiting, supporting and retaining diverse talents witl be essential for the University to achieve excellence in research, learning, healthcare services and internationalization.

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