Khon Kaen University organised a seminar for the formulation of its Operational Plan for the Fiscal Year 2027, held from 22 to 24 February 2026 in Chiang Mai. The event aimed to collectively define strategic direction through the Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) framework, aspiring to elevate the organisation towards excellence and sustainability in all dimensions.   

From 22 to 24 February 2026, Khon Kaen University’s Administration Division and the Strategy Division of the Office of the President held a seminar on the formulation of the Operational Plan for the Fiscal Year 2027 at the U Nimman Chiang Mai Hotel in Chiang Mai Province. The purpose of the seminar was to review and establish the direction for implementing the university’s strategic plan in alignment with its mission and the policies of the University Council. 

The seminar was attended by the President, Vice Presidents, Assistants to the President, heads of divisions, heads of units, and the Strategic Analysis and Forecasting Committee. They gathered to collaboratively set a clear course for organisational management and to foster long-term sustainability. Assoc. Prof. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University, presided over the opening ceremony and led strategic planning and vision-sharing sessions, which included:

• Dinner Talk: A presentation on ‘Organisational Management for Excellence (TQC)’ by the Deans of the Faculty of Engineering, the Faculty of Dentistry, and the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts.
• Special Lecture: A talk on ‘Key Focus Areas for Khon Kaen University Administration in 2027’ by Associate Professor Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University.
• Lecture: A presentation on ‘Organisation Performance and Screen Result’ by Assistant Professor Tala Thammaroj, M.D., Vice President for Administration.
• Strategic Presentations: Presentations on key issues for driving the 2027 strategy by the various Vice Presidents.

The event also featured workshops where participants brainstormed ideas based on four key pillars:

• Academic Excellence and Innovation
• Smart Campus and ESG Integration
• Optimisation of University Resources for Growth and Sustainability
• Societal Contribution via Cultural Involvement and Community Integration

The outcomes of the seminar are expected to produce a clear and actionable Operational Plan for the Fiscal Year 2027. This plan will guide the organisation toward achieving its visionary goals and delivering tangible results in academia, research, administration, and social dedication.

This seminar serves as a crucial mechanism for setting the direction and propelling Khon Kaen University forward as an organisation of excellence, poised for stable and sustainable growth in the future.

 

News: Benjamaporn Mamook 

Information / Photography: Administration Division and Strategy Division, Office of the President, Khon Kaen University