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Bachelor's degree · Business + Hospitality Diploma
Launch a hospitality career, with real industry experience.
Study the Two Degree Business program in Bangkok and add a Hospitality Diploma (AQF Level 5), with bootcamps, industry placements and a guaranteed internship.
Part A · Years 1–2
Start in Bangkok
Siam University curriculum, taught in English with support classes
Part B · Choose your route
Complete in Bangkok or overseas
2 years in Bangkok, or 1–2 years at LTU in Australia
You graduate with
Two degrees and a Diploma
Siam University and LTU degrees in Business, plus a Hospitality Diploma (AQF Level 5) and a guaranteed internship in Bangkok. One LTU degree if you transfer to Australia.
Intakes January · June · September
Entry Minimum of High School Grade 12 + IELTS 5.0 in all sub skills or equivalent. See details
Fees THB 220,000 per year in Bangkok. See fees
The two degree route is awarded by
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Two Degree route graduates receive a degree from each university, plus a separate Hospitality Diploma. Students who transfer to LTU in Australia receive a single LTU degree.
Why study Hospitality at Global Academy
Two degrees and a Diploma
Graduate with degrees from Siam University and La Trobe University, an Australian university, plus a separate Hospitality Diploma (AQF Level 5), without leaving Bangkok.
Hands-on from Year 1
Try hotel and hospitality work early through optional bootcamps and summer placements, then complete a guaranteed internship as part of your degree.
Flexible study route
Stay in Bangkok for two degrees and the Diploma, or transfer to LTU in Australia for a single degree. You can make your final decision during Part A of the program.
Hospitality in action
Learn hospitality by doing it
Hospitality is learned on the job. From your first year, you can step into real hotel and hospitality settings through bootcamps, industry placements and a guaranteed internship.
Bootcamps
Industry bootcamps
Industry placements
Placements and work experience
Guaranteed internship
Your internship (co-op)
Your hospitality experience
From first bootcamp to graduation
Years 1–2
Explore
Optional bootcamps and summer placements let you try hotel and hospitality work early, with no pressure on your grades.
Years 1–4
Build
Year 4 · Term 1
Prepare
Year 4 · Term 2
Intern
Hospitality Diploma
Add a Diploma to your degree
- AQF Level 5 Hospitality Diploma, studied alongside your Business degree
- Industry placements and work experience can contribute to the Diploma
- Part of the Bangkok route (two degrees and a Diploma)
Part A: What you will study
Years 1 and 2 follow the Siam University bachelor’s curriculum, which the La Trobe University program maps to.
By the end of Part A, you’ll need to have met the progression requirements to move on to Part B, including minimum academic scores and reaching minimum IELTS 6.0 in all subskills.
YEAR 1 COURSES
- Fundamental English
- Advanced English
- AI, Digital Technology and Cyber Security in Daily Life
- Digital Tools for Lifelong Learning
- Dreams, Ideas and Sustainability according to Sufficiency Economy Philosophy
- Contemporary Business Practice
- English for Professional Purposes
- Design Thinking and Sustainable Strategy
- Business Canvas and Project Management
- Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
- Principles of Accounting
- Human Experience Management for Global Business
- Principles of Marketing
YEAR 2 COURSES
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Corporate Finance and Capital Market Investment
- Digital Marketing and Data Visualization
- Project Management in the Digital Age
- Business Law
- Taxation
- Managing Sustainably
- Strategic Management
- Import-Export Operations
- Business and Managerial Economics
Indicative – The courses, majors and their order reflect studying all 4 years in Bangkok, and are subject to change. Progression to ‘Part B’ (Years 3 & 4) of the program, is subject to meeting the academic, English, and attendance requirements as outlined in the Student Handbook.
Part B: Your two options
After completing Part A and the embedded Hospitality Diploma, and meeting the academic, English and attendance progression requirements, choose where you complete your Business degree.
Part B - Route 1
Stay in Bangkok
Global Academy, Bangkok
Two degrees plus one diploma:
- Bachelor of Business Administration (from Siam University)
- Bachelor of Business, majoring in International Business (from La Trobe University)
- AQF Level 5 Diploma in Hospitality Management
What you will study
YEAR 3 COURSES
- International Business Innovation and Sustainable Management
- International Service Industry and Retail Business
- International Human Capital and Cross Border Management
- International Economics, Trade, and Business Policy
- Statistics, Data Analytics and AI
- International Finance
- International Marketing Channel, and Logistics Management
- Digital Transformation in International Business
- Storytelling, Business Communication and Negotiation
- Business Events
YEAR 4 COURSES
- International Brand Management
- Tourism, Hospitality and Event Futures
- Supply Chain Analytics and Digitalization
- Business in the World Economy
- International Business Learning Experience for Abroad
- Cooperative Education Preparation
- Cooperative Education
Indicative – The courses, majors and their order reflect studying all 4 years in Bangkok, and are subject to change. Progression to ‘Part B’ (Years 3 & 4) of the program, is subject to meeting the academic, English, and attendance requirements as outlined in the Student Handbook.
Part B - Route 2
Transfer to LTU in Australia
LTU, Melbourne or Sydney
1–2 years
- Bachelor of Business, majoring in International Business (from La Trobe University)
- AQF Level 5 Diploma in Hospitality Management
What you will study
You follow LTU’s Business courses, at LTU’s pace. LTU sets the course structure and requirements, so please check the LTU website for the latest information. View the LTU course page →
Subject to meeting progression requirements, obtaining a visa to Australia and paying the international tuition fees of LTU. Learn about LTU →
Learn in English, with support all the way
Regular English checks
Extra support when you need it
You join additional English support classes when the tests show you would benefit.
Strong English already? Students with a high English level can replace their English classes with Thai language classes.
Careers and Employability
Employability is at the heart of Global Academy: you get hands-on support to find work experience, build industry connections and launch your career. Explore employability →
Guaranteed internship (co-op)
Bootcamps and placements in Years 1–2
Optional for all students. Non-credit bootcamps and summer placements, including hotel bootcamps for Hospitality students. Industry placements can also count towards your Hospitality Diploma.
Mentoring and industry access
Summer Business Challenge
Entry requirements and fees
Entry requirements
Minimum of High School Grade 12 pass or equivalent.
Evidence of English ability: Minimum of IELTS 5.0 (in all sub skills) or equivalent.
Minimum IELTS 6.0 (in all sub skills) or equivalent, plus Part A progression requirements.
LTU may update its entry, English and visa requirements for Part B progression to Australia. Talk to our team for the latest information.
Fees
THB 220,000 per year in Bangkok, plus a one-time processing fee of THB 5,800
THB 220,000 per year, Bangkok
Scholarships and discounts are available. See our fees and funding page or contact GA Admissions Team.
Full details: View our entry requirements page →
Ready to apply? View the next steps→
Common questions about Hospitality
If you stay in Bangkok for Part B, you graduate with two bachelor’s degrees in Business, one from Siam University and one from La Trobe University (LTU), plus a separate Hospitality Diploma (AQF Level 5). If you transfer to LTU in Australia, you receive a single LTU degree.
Yes, on the Bangkok route. You study the Hospitality Diploma alongside your Business degree, with industry placements and work experience that can count towards it.
It is possible, but depends on how quickly you complete the diploma requirements during Part A’s work placements.
Optional, non-credit experiences with employers. Bootcamps last 5 days to 2 weeks. Summer placements typically last 2 to 6 weeks. Hospitality students have trained in hotel operations, including front desk, food and beverage service and housekeeping.
No. During Part A it is possible to change your intended study route for Part B. Cases are assessed individually, subject to your progress and the requirements of the partner university.
In Bangkok, tuition is THB 220,000 per year plus a one-time processing fee of THB 5,800. If you transfer, you pay the international tuition fees of the partner university from Part B onwards. Scholarships are available.
You can start in January, June or September.
Yes. Contact the Admissions Team at admissions.siam@nurturehighered.com for details.
A Grade 12 pass or equivalent. Accepted qualifications include A-Level (three subjects, grade A-E), IGCSE O Level (five subjects, grade A-C), GED (145 per subject), IB Diploma (24 points), OSSD (31 credits) and Mathayom 6.
You need an IELTS overall score of 5.0 (in all sub skills) or an equivalent recognised English test to start. The free Pearson Versant placement test is also accepted. To progress to Part B you need IELTS 6.0 in all sub skills.
Your official high school transcript and pass certificate (originals with English translations), an English test score (the Versant score is accepted) and a copy of your passport information page.
Submit your application and documents through the online application portal. Send any questions to the Admissions Team at admissions.siam@nurturehighered.com.
The program normally takes four years: two years of Part A in Bangkok, then two years of Part B in Bangkok, or one to two years overseas if you transfer. It can be shorter, depending on your study plan and partner university.
Yes. Students who stay in Bangkok complete a guaranteed internship (co-op) as part of their degree. Optional work placements and boot camps are also available in Years 1–2, and our Employability Team helps you find a placement. Explore employability.
Many countries can apply for an ED visa online, or at the nearest Thai embassy. The Admissions Team prepares your visa invitation letter and advises you on required documents during your application.