depa x Techsauce Launch Techsauce Academy Empowering Thais for the Digital Workforce

March 3, 2025, Bangkok – depa, in collaboration with Techsauce, has launched Techsauce Academy, a hub for digital learning programs featuring Thailand’s first Enterprise Lab. This program provides students with the opportunity to work on real-world projects from leading companies, gaining hands-on experience in a professional setting. Techsauce Academy aims to play a key role in developing Thailand’s digital workforce, preparing individuals for careers in the digital industry both domestically and internationally.

A Vision for Digital Workforce Development

Asst. Prof. Dr. Nuttapon Nimmanphatcharin, President / CEO of the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa), together with Ms. Orathai Lerdsuwankij, Director of Business Partnerships at Techsauce Media Co., Ltd., officially launched Techsauce Academy, a hub for digital learning programs aligned with the Digital Skill Roadmap, designed to develop digital skills for Thais of all ages and backgrounds. The launch also introduced Thailand’s first Enterprise Lab, a program that allows students to tackle real-world challenges from leading companies, gain hands-on work experience, and create projects that can be used as part of their professional portfolio.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Nuttapon stated that depa is committed to developing Thailand’s digital workforce by enabling Thais to access, learn, and apply digital technology and innovation effectively. depa has introduced the Digital Skill Roadmap, a framework for digital skill development for people of all ages and backgrounds. The roadmap is divided into three key skill categories: Digital Skills for All – Fundamental digital skills for everyone, Digital-driven Career – Digital skills for the modern workforce, and Digital Professional – Advanced digital skills for careers in the digital industry.

Additionally, depa promotes employment and skill development by offering tax incentives for businesses that enroll their employees in digital training courses accredited by depa and its network partners. Companies can claim a 250% corporate income tax deduction on training expenses. Furthermore, businesses can deduct 150% of the first 12 months’ salary expenses for newly graduated employees in digital fields. For individuals, tuition fees for digital-related courses, up to 50,000 THB, can be used as a 100% personal income tax deduction for the 2025 tax year.

"This collaboration with Techsauce aligns perfectly with our mission to develop the country’s digital workforce and meet industry demands. The curriculum at Techsauce Academy is designed in accordance with depa’s Digital Skill Roadmap. Beyond acquiring digital knowledge and skills, learners will gain real-world experience by working on challenges from leading global tech companies. This is a groundbreaking opportunity and a highly valuable experience that will help propel participants into advanced digital careers, both domestically and internationally. This initiative embodies the concept of 'Your Gateway to the New Era of Digital Learning,'" said the President/CEO of depa.

Beyond Training – A Global Learning Platform

Ms. Orathai stated that Techsauce Academy is designed to be more than just a training institute. It serves as a platform for learning and digital skill development through hands-on experience in the Enterprise Lab, where participants are guided by world-class experts. The curriculum is developed in collaboration with international partners, focusing on a life-long learning approach. It provides opportunities for learners of all ages including children, youth, individuals, and professionals to enhance essential digital skills by working on real challenges from leading businesses. This initiative aims to prepare Thais for the digital job market and equip them with the skills to become global citizens capable of competing on an international level.

Additionally, learners will have the opportunity to engage with leading global communities, such as Global Tech Advocates in Data & AI, Blockchain, Quantum, and Young Entrepreneurs, which have networks spanning over 40 countries worldwide. Techsauce Academy has also partnered with School.how, a leading school in the United Kingdom, that is a registered Cambridge International School and is officially approved to offer Cambridge programmes online. This collaboration aims to provide innovative and immersive learning experiences for students, while enhancing internationally recognized education and preparing them for future academic and professional success.

"Techsauce Academy is an ecosystem that helps develop high-quality talent through learning from real-world challenges and global partners, which is part of the country’s technology workforce development plan. The teaching methods at Techsauce Academy represent a new form of education, the first of its kind in Thailand and Southeast Asia. Furthermore, it will contribute to positioning Thailand as the Tech Gateway of the region," said Ms. Orathai.

For those interested in joining Techsauce Academy or organizations that wish to become part of the partner network, please contact [email protected] or find more details at https://techsauceacademy.co