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B ACHELOR OF A RTS (B.A.) IN I NTERNATIONAL T OURISM M ANAGEMENT management positions in the tourism industry or operating We offer a high quality learning experience that your own tourism business. Our degree is the ultimate seeks to develop the students’ potential to the fullest and preparation to open up your career path as follow; enable them to become successful professionals in the tourism industry. The program is designed in response to the growing and fast-changing business environment by incorporating the skills needed in the growing trends of the E-tourism and MICE industry. We also established a close network with travel agencies, hotels, event organ- izers, airlines and overseas educational institutes that provide students with the sound practical training as well as an extended education program. Hands-on extensive practical work experience is as requirement of gradua- tion.           The course is designed to create the entrepre- neurial spirits of the tourism industry. Our courses offer a variety of exciting activities to enrich the students’ educa- tional experience, including local and overseas training and field trips. The program incorporates ongoing advances in information technology for the tourism industry and we emphasize the concept of creativity and entrepre- neurship in most of our courses. We frequently invite guest speakers who are experts in various sectors of the tourism industry to share their professional experience. Career Opportunities If you are interested in the tourism industry, there is world opportunities for many exciting careers. This program is carefully designed to meet your needs and to open up your career path, whether advancing to top Travel Entrepreneur Travel Consultant Event Organizer Flight Attendant Hotel Staff Airline Staff Spa Owner National Tourism Organization Staff Wedding Planner Restaurant Owner Bachelor of Arts International Tourism Management Major Degree plan Total Number of Credits General Education Professional Education Core Courses Major Requirements Major Electives Free Electives Professional Internship 24 credits 30 credits 30 credits Total 30 credits 84 credits 6 credits 13 credits 133 credits BANGKOK UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL 89