
The International Tourism and Hospitality Management (ITHM) program under Bangkok University International College Programs proudly participated in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony between Bangkok University, Siam@Siam Design Hotel Bangkok, Siam@Siam Design Hotel Pattaya, and Siam Country Club Bangkok & Pattaya at Bangkok University Main Campus.
This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the connection between academia and industry, creating meaningful opportunities for students to gain practical experience and industry exposure in the tourism, hospitality, and service sectors.
Through this partnership, students will benefit from a wide range of experiential learning opportunities, including internships, professional training programs, industry projects, guest lectures, workshops, site visits, and other collaborative activities designed to enhance career readiness and professional competencies.

The ceremony was attended by representatives from Bangkok University, Siam@Siam Design Hotel Bangkok, Siam@Siam Design Hotel Pattaya, and Siam Country Club Bangkok & Pattaya. The event marked an important milestone in fostering long-term cooperation between higher education and leading hospitality organizations, while supporting the development of future tourism and hospitality professionals.

Bangkok University was represented by:
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Somyot Wattanakamolchai
Vice President and Pro Vice-Chancellor for International Education and Partnerships - Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangthida Nunthapirat
Assistant to the President for International Affairs and Acting Dean, Bangkok University International Programs

Industry partners were represented by:
- Mr. Somchai Suebboonsripong
Managing Director, Siam Estate & Co Limited / Siam Country Club Bangkok & Pattaya - Mr. Sherman Eldrido Almeida
General Manager, Siam@Siam Design Hotel Bangkok - Mr. Christian Florian Bernkopf
Cluster General Manager, Siam@Siam Design Hotel Pattaya
This partnership demonstrates a shared vision to provide industry-relevant, experiential education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and professional experience needed to succeed in the global tourism and hospitality industry.
