ABSTRACT
Thailand is a country of approximately 63 million people (National Statistical Office Thailand, 2003). Since the 1980s, Thailand has experienced robust economic growth and has been transformed from an agrarian economy to an export-oriented industrializing nation. Over the past two decades, women's participation rate has been relatively high at more than 60 per cent. In 2003, 65 per cent of women participated in the labour force compared with 81.1 per cent of men (National Statistical Office Thailand, 2003). Women's overall status in Thailand has improved significantly, particularly, in terms of health and education (Asian Development Bank, 1998). On the legislative front, changes in legislation to promote greater gender equality in employment and education have been implemented. Furthermore, the rapid transition of the economy has led to a dramatic increase in demand for managers and professionals (Phongpaichit, 2000). But have economic growth and changes in legislation contributed to increased managerial career opportunities for women in Thailand?
