The History of Graduate Studies
Office of Academic Promotion and Registration, Chandrakasem Rajabhat University
1996
The Graduate School of Chandrakasem Rajabhat University was established on November 17, 1996. The university formed a committee consisting of representatives from five faculties: the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Science and Technology, the Faculty of Management Science, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, and the Faculty of Agriculture and Industry. This committee was tasked with preparing for the establishment of graduate-level education programs. Associate Professor Phannee Dechkamhang served as the chair of the project.
1999 - 2003
During the implementation of the teaching and learning process for the first cohort of the Graduate Diploma program, Associate Professor Phannee Dechkamhang resigned from the position of Program Chair. As a result, Chandrakasem Rajabhat University appointed Assistant Professor Dr. Boonlert Kangjai as the Acting Dean of the Graduate School, effective from February 26, 1999, until 2003.
2004
Following the enactment of the Rajabhat University Act in June 2004, Chandrakasem Rajabhat Institute changed its name to "Chandrakasem Rajabhat University." Associate Professor Manop Phramanachot was appointed as the university president, and Assistant Professor Dr. Poolsuk Kitratphan was appointed as the dean of the Graduate School. The Graduate School introduced two new programs: the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, and the Master of Business Administration in General Management and Marketing. Additionally, the university expanded its academic services to the Chandrakasem-Sanburi Educational Center in Chai Nat Province.
2008
The Graduate School has appointed a new Dean, with the University Council appointing Assistant Professor Dr. Phanitda Achiriyanon as the Dean. Additionally, the curriculum for the Master of Arts in Social Sciences for Development has been revised, and a new doctoral program has been introduced, specifically the Doctor of Philosophy in Management.
2012
The University Council appointed Associate Professor Dr. Saiwai Fakhao as the Dean of the Graduate School and tasked with implementing academic programs in accordance with the higher education qualification standards. The Graduate School offers six academic programs, which are divided into three doctoral programs: Management, Sports Management, and Educational Technology and Communication, as well as two master's programs: Business Administration and Sports Management, and one diploma program in the field of Teacher Education.
2013 - 2015
The Graduate School offers academic programs in accordance with higher education qualification standards, comprising three programs. These include two Master's degree programs: the Master of Public Administration in Public Administration and the Master of Business Administration in Business Administration, as well as a Graduate Diploma program in Teaching Profession. Currently, student admissions are suspended for certain programs, bringing the total number of available programs to 11.
2016 – 2021
When Associate Professor Dr. Saiwai Fakkao's term as Dean ended on October 31, 2016, the University Council appointed Associate Professor Dr. Thasanee Janvithisuk as the Acting Dean of the Graduate School until July 17, 2017. Subsequently, Associate Professor Dr. Supaporn Tantisantisom was appointed as Acting Dean from July 18 to September 21, 2017, before the University Council officially appointed Associate Professor Dr. Thasanee Janvithisuk as the Dean of the Graduate School on September 22, 2017.
2023
On March 17, 2023, the University Council of Chandrakasem Rajabhat University issued an announcement regarding the internal restructuring, resulting in the Graduate School becoming a unit under the Office of Academic Promotion and Registration. Associate Professor Phisamai Chaturat was appointed as the Director of the Office.