Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, Rangsit University

The Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, also known as IDIS, is a faculty of Rangsit University, located in Bangkok, Thailand. Established in September 2006, IDIS offers a master's program in diplomatic studies.

History

In response to the challenges posed by globalization and the growing demand for skilled professionals in international affairs, Dr. Arthit Ourairat, President of Rangsit University in Thailand, made a strategic decision in 2006 to create an institute specializing in diplomatic studies. The formal approval for the establishment of the Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies (IDIS) was granted by the Rangsit University Council on 22 March 2006.

Degree offered

The Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies offers the Master of Arts Program in Diplomacy and International Studies. The Program takes two academic years to complete. Each academic year will be divided into two semesters. The first semester begins in August and ends in December, and the second semester runs from January to April.

Core courses International Security Studies (IDS 601) International Politics (IDS 610) Public International Law (IDS 620) International Organizations and Multilateral Diplomacy (IDS 630) International Economics, Trade and Development (IDS 640) International Business, Finance and Investment (IDS 641) Human Rights and Transnational Social Issues (IDS 650) The Mechanics of Diplomacy and International Negotiation (IDS 660)

Elective courses Foreign Policy Analysis (IDS 602) Regional Co-operation and Integration; Theory and Practice (IDS 670) Contemporary Political Economy of Southeast Asia (IDS 642) Seminar on NGO’s; Theory and Practice (IDS 690) International Political Economy (IDS 643) Research Design and Methodology (IDS 692) Seminar on Trade and Investment in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam (IDS 691) Taxation and International Business (IDS 644) Thai Studies (IDS 681)

Administration

Since the founding of the Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies in 2006, Dr. Somkiati Ariyapruchya has served as Dean of the institute.

Ambassador Sompong Sanguanbun (Dean)

Associate Professor Dr. Narong Sinsawasdi (Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Head of Department)

Mr. Vudhisit Viryasiri (Associate Dean)

Mr. Jiraroj Mamadkul (Assistant Dean)

Faculty and visiting professors

• Dr. Somkiati Ariyapruchya
• Dr. Darmp Sukontasap
• Dr. Tanasak Wahawisan
• Mr. Vudhisit Viryasiri
• Mr. Jiraroj Mamadkul
• Dr. Kanyarat Bhantumnavin
• Dr. Kiatipong Ariyapruchya
• Mr. Kitti Patpongpibul
• Dr. Paisan Rupanichkij
• Dr. Prapat Thepchatree
• Dr. Somjai Phagaphasvivat
• Dr. Suchati Chutasmit
• Dr. Suthiphand Chirathivat
• Dr. Daniel H. Unger
• Dr. Visoot Tuvayanond
• Mr. Wanchai Roujanavong
• Dr. Narong Sinsawasdi
• Mr. Larry Jagan
• Mr. Sahawarat Polahan

References

• IDIS Webpage