Yasuhiro Harima
School: Sasin School of Management (Thailand)
April - May 2025
Mr. Harima (second from the left)
Participating in the TSSP at Sasin School of Management in Bangkok was a truly eye-opening and enriching experience. I took two courses – Strategic Management for Emerging Asia and Pricing Strategies – which broadened my understanding of how business in Thailand and ASEAN region navigate post-pandemic volatility and emerging market challenges.
A particularly memorable experience was visiting both a Japanese SME with proprietary technology and a leading commercial bank, where we engaged in discussions with professionals about business expansion – opportunities rarely available outside an MBA setting.
Sasin’s learning environment was both academically rigorous and deeply collaborative. Faculty, entrepreneurs, and alumni shared practical insights, and my classmates – many of whom manage family businesses or lead start-ups – brought vibrant perspectives from the actual markets. I was also welcomed by the entire Sasin community, which made lasting impression on me.
Living in Bangkok for a month allowed me to experience Thai culture firsthand, from its daily life and cuisine to its strong ties with Japan. This program not only provided academic credit but also shaped my global mindset and cultural awareness.
I am sincerely grateful for this opportunity and would highly recommend the TSSP to future students looking to gain practical, cross-cultural insights in an emerging market context.