The Faculty of Business Administration and Accountancy, Khon Kaen University (KKBS), has officially been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) on November 3, 2025. This recognition places KKBS among the world’s top business schools, marking it as the first institution in Northeastern Thailand and the ninth in the country to achieve this distinguished international standard. Only about six percent of business schools worldwide across more than 70 countries have earned this accreditation.
KKBS joined AACSB membership in 2018 and has continuously developed its quality assurance system in alignment with AACSB’s rigorous standards. The final peer review visit took place on June 22–24, 2025, under the leadership and dedication of Assoc. Prof. Pensri Jaroenwanit, Ph.D., former Dean of KKBS and currently Vice President for Student Affairs and Innovation Commercialization. The process was successfully completed under the stewardship of Assistant Professor Asst. Prof. Pongsutti Phuensane, Ph.D., the current Dean of the Faculty.
This achievement represents a major milestone in elevating the quality of business education at KKBS to international standards. It marks a transformation toward an outcome-based education system, curriculum development that responds to the needs of the global business environment, the strengthening of business and industry partnerships, and the enhancement of student competencies to meet the demands of the rapidly changing world.
(Asst. Prof. Pongsutti Phuensane, Ph.D., Dean, Faculty of Business Administration and Accountancy, Khon Kaen University)
(Assoc. Prof. Pensri Jaroenwanit, Ph.D., former Dean of Faculty of Business Administration and Accountancy and currently Vice President for Student Affairs and Innovation Commercialization, Khon Kaen University)
Asst. Prof. Pongsutti Phuensane, Ph.D., Dean of KKBS, stated that AACSB accreditation is a significant and proud achievement for the faculty, reflecting the strength of its academic management and commitment to excellence. “AACSB is one of the most respected global accreditations in business and accounting education, with a network of more than 1,900 member institutions worldwide. Being recognized by AACSB affirms KKBS’s position as a globally trusted and leading institution in business education,” he said.
He further emphasized that this accreditation brings direct benefits to students by expanding their career opportunities with multinational corporations, international organizations, and leading global accounting and financial institutions. It also reinforces industry confidence that KKBS graduates possess globally recognized knowledge, skills, and professional standards.
Asst. Prof. Pongsutti Phuensane, Ph.D. expressed sincere gratitude to faculty members, staff, students, alumni, and collaborative partners who have supported the faculty’s journey with dedication and unity. “The hard work of our academic and administrative teams, the excellence of our students and alumni, and the strong support from our networks have been vital forces driving KKBS toward global recognition,” he added.
Looking ahead, the Dean reaffirmed that KKBS remains committed to advancing education, research, and innovation, producing graduates who are competent, ethical, and socially responsible—ready to contribute to sustainable national and global development. This mission aligns with the faculty’s vision:
“KKBS is a Premier Business School Focused on Industrial Integration for Sustainable Economic Development.”
The AACSB accreditation not only underscores KKBS’s commitment to producing quality graduates and fostering social responsibility but also strengthens Khon Kaen University’s vision of becoming “A World-Leading Research and Development University.”
Currently, only nine institutions in Thailand have achieved AACSB accreditation:
- Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University (SASIN)
- NIDA Business School, National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA)
- Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, Chulalongkorn University (CBS)
- Thammasat Business School, Thammasat University (TBS)
- College of Management, Mahidol University (CMMU)
- International College, Mahidol University (MUIC)
- Faculty of Business Administration, Chiang Mai University (CMUBS)
- Graduate School of Management and Innovation, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (GMI)
- Faculty of Business Administration and Accountancy, Khon Kaen University (KKBS)
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