KH Academy recently held the closing ceremony for the sixth cohort of its ‘Prep for Investment Analyst’ program, a professional development course aimed at preparing university students for a career in securities analysis. The event saw the presentation of certificates to participants who completed the program, as well as the awarding of a 50,000 baht team scholarship to the winners of the investment analysis workshop.
The ceremony took place on October 28, 2026, and was presided over by Mr. Chanchai Sanguanwong, Director of Kaohoon Turakij, who presented certificates to all 53 graduates from seven leading universities: Chulalongkorn University, Thammasat University, Kasetsart University, Srinakharinwirot University, Khon Kaen University, University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, and Rangsit University.
In his congratulatory address, Mr. Chanchai encouraged all graduates to leverage the knowledge and experience gained from the course as they progress in their future professional paths. He emphasized the value of systematic thinking, business analysis, and data-driven decision-making, noting that even those who do not become investment analysts will benefit from a strong foundation in financial and investment knowledge in any career they pursue.
He also expressed his hope that the graduates, drawn from across seven universities, would continue to build lasting relationships and establish networks for mutual learning and support, becoming key contributors to the country’s future development.
A highlight of the closing event was the announcement of the winners in the team-based investment analysis workshop, which tasked participants with preparing a comprehensive analysis and valuation plan for TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Company Limited (SET: TOA). Students were required to apply an appropriate valuation methodology, present well-founded and credible assumptions, assess sustainability (ESG) factors relevant to risk mitigation, and provide actionable investment recommendations or alternative proposals, supported by rational justification.
The competition saw participation from eight teams, labeled A through H. Team A emerged as the winner, earning the 50,000 baht scholarship prize, with Mr. Burapha Sanguanwong, Deputy Director of Kaohoon Turakij and Founder of KH Academy, presenting the award. The team was mentored by Mr. Anakepong Putthapibal, First Vice President of the Fundamental Research Department at Bualuang Securities.
Members of Team A included: Ms. Chanyapat Supharathcharoen, 4th year, Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, Thammasat University; Mr. Akkarapong Kaewsangthong, 4th year, Faculty of Business Administration, Kasetsart University; Ms. Hataichanok Ganjananonth, 4th year, Faculty of Business Administration for Society, Srinakharinwirot University; Mr. Chotpong Pookajorn, 4th year, Faculty of Humanities, Srinakharinwirot University; Mr. Phacharaphon Sopprasong, 2nd year, UTCC Business School, University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce; Mr. Nunthaphan Jirathanyapat, 2nd year, Faculty of Business Administration for Society, Srinakharinwirot University; and Mr. Chayangkul Kongkavitool, 2nd year, Faculty of Business Administration for Society, Srinakharinwirot University.
The sixth ‘Prep for Investment Analyst’ program offered participants a comprehensive curriculum of 12 classes delivered over a month, combining theoretical instruction with practical experience. The program also included intensive company visits and workshops conducted by experts from leading brokerage firms such as Bualuang Securities, Krungsri Securities, and CGS International Securities (Thailand), as well as seasoned investors and academic faculty members from Thammasat Business School and Mahidol University International College (MUIC). This holistic approach was designed to ensure that students could apply the knowledge and skills acquired in both their academic studies and future professional roles.
KH Academy is an initiative under Kaohoon Turakij, established with a mission to nurture the next generation of professionals in finance and investment, offering all training free of charge. The academy operates in collaboration with numerous private sector partners, including B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited (BGRIM), PrimeStreet Advisory (Thailand) Company Limited, BCPG Public Company Limited (BCPG), PSG Corporation Public Company Limited (PSGC), Charoen Pokphand Group Company Limited, BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited (BTS), Krung Thai Bank Public Company Limited (KTB), Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT), Millennium Group Corporation (Asia) Public Company Limited (MGC), Srinanaporn Marketing Public Company Limited (SNNP), SKY ICT Public Company Limited (SKY), TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Company Limited (TOA), Smothong Group Public Company Limited (SMO), G-Able Public Company Limited (GABLE), Petchsrivichai Enterprise Public Company Limited (PCE), and TQM Insurance Broker Company Limited (TQM).
