The De-suung Skilling Programme (DSP) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kingston International College (KIC) and EducationPro Group Pty Ltd. (EP), both based in Perth, Western Australia. This historic partnership will mark the launch of the DSP Study Abroad Programme, a new initiative aimed at enhancing the employability of DSP graduates by equipping them with advanced skills and global exposure.

This programme will provide trainee graduates of the DSP with opportunities to pursue international training in Australia, furthering their skills in critical fields and exposing them to global best practices.

The DSP Study Abroad Programme is envisioned to serve as a platform to enhance the professional growth of De-suups and contribute to the development of Bhutan’s skilled workforce in the future.

Speaking on the occasion, Zimpon Wom Sonam Thinley, Executive Director of Skilling and Jobs, DSP remarked, "This partnership reflects our commitment to broadening horizons for our DSP graduates. By connecting them with globally recognized training opportunities, we aim to prepare De-suups to not only meet Bhutan’s workforce demands contributing towards development of Bhutan but also compete on an international stage ”

The Program is anticipated to be materialized by April, 2025!

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We're thrilled to announce the commencement of our Muay Thai (Thai boxing) training program, which kicked off today, June 11, 2024!

This special program, part of the Integrated Fitness Training - Intermediate course, runs from June 10 to 18, 2024, and features 46 dedicated De-suups honing their skills. The training is a collaborative effort with The Royal Thai Embassy (RTE) in Dhaka and the Honorary Consulate General of Thailand in Thimphu, Bhutan. Our Muay Thai sessions are led by two esteemed instructors, Mr. Wittawat Kasom and Ms. Patchayaporn Kasom. This initiative not only celebrates the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Bhutan and Thailand but also aims to strengthen people-to-people connections.

Mr. Wittawat Kasom was Thailand’s National Muay Thai Coach in 2021-2022 and owner of Lanna Fighting Muay Thai Camp. Ms. Patchayaporn Kasom has the following titles: Thailand’s Champion of Muay Thai Talent in 2020; World Champion of Wai Kru in IFMA Virtual Competition in 2020 (under 13 years old); Word Champion of Muay Thai Skills in IFMA Virtual Competition in 2020; Thailand’s Champion of Muay Thai Talent in 2021 (under 15 years old); Thailand’s Champion of Muay Thai Artistic Battle in the National Youth Games in 2022 and World Champion of Wai Kru in IFMA Muay Thai Youth Work Championship in Malaysia in 2022.

Zimpon Wom Sonam Thinley, a member of the DSP Steering Committee, was the Chief Guest at the opening ceremony. We also welcomed Mr. Panupan Chotirangsiyakun, Counsellor from the Royal Thai Embassy in Dhaka, along with officials from the Honorary Consulate General of Thailand in Thimphu.

DSP expresses sincere appreciation and gratitude to The Royal Thai Embassy in Dhaka for their support and to the Honorary Consulate General of Thailand in Thimphu for facilitating this fantastic program.

New Internship and Employment Opportunities for DSP Graduates with BDB!

On May 30, 2024, the DSP and Bhutan Development Bank Limited (BDB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for a paid internship program and subsequent employment opportunities for DSP graduates. This program is specifically designed for graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Accounting and Certificate in Accounting programs. Under the MoU, BDB will offer necessary training and supervision to the interns.

The MoU was signed by Dasho Tashi Dorji, Chairperson of DSP, and Tshering Om, CEO of BDB, representing their respective organizations.