SEA Bridge partners with CITU to empower future leaders and drive innovation in Thailand. This collaboration bridges academia and industry, offering students hands-on learning, entrepreneurial training, and regional business expansion opportunities.
On 20 Feb 2024, SEA Bridge and Thammasat University’s College of Innovation (CITU) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in talent development, entrepreneurial training, and cross-border business expansion. This strategic partnership aims to empower future leaders and drive innovation, aligning with SEA Bridge’s Vision 2030 and CITU’s commitment to fostering cutting-edge education and research.
The MoU was signed by Dean of College of Innovation, Asst.Prof. Dr. Chayakrit Asvathitanont and Founder of SEA Bridge, Casper Sermsuksan, marking the beginning of an impactful collaboration that will support students, young professionals, and businesses looking to scale within Southeast Asia and beyond.
Through this partnership, SEA Bridge and CITU will collaborate on:
By leveraging SEA Bridge’s expertise in market expansion and CITU’s innovative academic approach, this collaboration will create a sustainable pipeline of future business leaders equipped with the necessary skills to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
The MoU reinforces SEA Bridge’s mission of driving regional growth by supporting SMEs, fostering talent, and promoting cross-border collaborations. It also complements CITU’s vision of integrating innovation into Thailand’s education and business landscape.
“This partnership reflects our shared ambition to cultivate the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia,” said Casper Sermsuksan, Founder of SEA Bridge. “By combining academic excellence with real-world industry exposure, we can create more opportunities for young talents to excel on a global scale.”
Dr. Chayakrit Asvathitanont, Dean of CITU added, “The collaboration with SEA Bridge aligns with our mission to provide students with future-ready skills. We look forward to empowering young innovators to turn ideas into impactful ventures.” The Dean of CITU emphasized that this partnership offers excellent opportunities for students to gain international exposure, further enhancing their academic and professional growth.
Additionally, the Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kom Campiranon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research, a participant and speaker at ASEAN Future Talent Forum 2024 himself expressed strong interest in joining the ASEAN Future Talent Forum 2025 again and working closely with SEA Bridge to support startups and SMEs. This initiative will provide students with real-world business cases, enabling them to apply innovative strategies to drive economic growth.
As SEA Bridge continues to expand its regional footprint, partnerships like this with leading academic institutions play a crucial role in ensuring the success of its Vision 2030—helping 1% of Southeast Asia’s GDP grow by training top talent and supporting SME expansion.
With this milestone, SEA Bridge and CITU set a strong foundation for impactful programs that will shape the future of business, education, and innovation in Thailand and the region.
Stay tuned for upcoming joint initiatives, training programs, and expansion opportunities as we embark on this exciting journey together!
Established in 1991, the College of Innovation at Thammasat University was founded with a vision to integrate innovation into Thailand’s education system through interdisciplinary learning. Offering a balanced curriculum that merges science, technology, social sciences, and humanities, CITU prepares students to address global challenges while responding to Thai society’s evolving needs. Guided by the principles of synergy from diversity, excellence with ethics, and innovation for holistic development, the College is committed to global-standard teaching and pioneering research. It offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in areas such as service innovation, creative industries, digital transformation, cultural and technology management, and data science. With the rise of digital education, CITU introduced an Online Master’s Degree Program in Data Science in 2020, enabling flexible and accessible learning for students worldwide.
Founded in 1934, Thammasat University (TU) is one of Thailand’s most prestigious institutions, recognized globally for its academic excellence. TU is internationally accredited and ranked among Asia’s top universities, with a strong reputation in law, business, economics, and political science. With a commitment to fostering leadership and social responsibility, TU continues to produce graduates who contribute to regional and global progress.
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