Tourism and Cruise Management

The Tourism and Cruise Management program plays a vital role in the economy, impacting both the country and the global market. At Bangkok University's School of Humanities and Tourism Management, our curriculum emphasizes creative-focused learning, encompassing diverse sectors of the tourism industry, such as Tourism, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), Wellness, and Cruise Management.

Immerse yourself in our comprehensive curriculum that encompasses every facet of tourism business management, offering both theoretical and practical courses led by experienced faculty members. Choose from four specialized groups: Tourism, MICE, Wellness, and Cruise Management.

Additionally, students have the option to select from six foreign language groups, including Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, German, and French. We place a strong emphasis on practical training through BU Travel, providing students with hands-on experiences in tour organizing, hotel booking, and actual travel arrangements.

We also have a Tourism Management and Communication Arts (TMCA) program in partnership with the School of Communication Arts, enabling students to pursue careers as Online Content Creators. Moreover, we offer internship opportunities and cooperative education programs for practical experience.

These opportunities enable students to step confidently into a range of professions within this field, such as:

Travel enthusiasts:

Travel agency owners
Tour operator business owners
Other related businesses, such as transportation services, hotels, restaurants, and souvenir shops
Tour leaders and guides
Marketing professionals and tourism development planners
Employees in travel agencies or tour representative companies
Employees in government and private organizations related to tourism, such as the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Department of Tourism, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, and the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA)

Careers in Cruise Management:
Food and beverage service staff on cruise ships
Banquet and restaurant service staff on cruise ships
Accommodation service staff on cruise ships
Bar and beverage service staff on cruise ships
Sales staff for onboard souvenir shops

Careers in Wellness:
Health-focused food and beverage managers
Recreational leaders for wellness tourism activities
Tour guides specializing in wellness tourism
Employees in businesses related to wellness tourism

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) Careers:
Professional convention organizers (PCOs)
Event project planners
Exhibition and trade show organizers (PCOs)
Business owners in the exhibition and conference industry
Employees in government and private organizations involved in exhibitions and conferences at both national and international levels, such as the Office of Convention and Exhibition, and international promotion associations

For those who have completed an advanced vocational certificate (Vocational Certificate Level 5) in Tourism Business Management, you can complete a degree in Tourism and Cruise Management in 2 years by transferring credits from the certificate.