SIAM UNIVERSITY - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PROGRAM
Study Business at Siam University as an exchange student or complete a full BBA degree!
Study abroad in Bangkok at one of Thailand’s best private universities! Study international business for one or two semesters or complete a full BBA degree. It’s easy to apply and your study placement at Siam University can be confirmed as quickly as in a day.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
SEMESTERS
Semester 2 (Jan – May),
Semester 3 (Jun – Aug),
Semester 1 (Aug – Dec)
MAX. CREDITS
ca. 30 ECTS /
18 US credits
Program content
Lectures,
assignments and
cultural and business excursions
Levels of study
Bachelor, GAP year
Fees
Study Fields
Business, economics, management, social sciences, tourism, hospitality
SIAM UNIVERSITY
TOP 10 OF THAI UNIVERSITIES #301 - 400 WORLD RANKING
#11
BEST UNIVERSITY IN THAILAND
#3
IN GOOD HEALTH AND WELLBEING RANKING
#11 in Sustainable cities and communities
Semester Dates
SEMESTER 2
- Semester dates
- January 16th, 2023 – May 20th, 2023
- Orientation
- January 16th, 2023
- Application Deadline
- December 18th, 2022
- Holiday
- TBA
SEMESTER 3
- Semester dates
- June 12th, 2023 – August 11th, 2023
- Orientation
- June 12th, 2023
- Application Deadline
- May 14th, 2023
- Holiday
- TBA
SEMESTER 1
- Semester dates
- August 21st, 2023 - December 23rd, 2023
- Orientation
- August 21st, 2023
- Application Deadline
- August 5th, 2023
- Holiday
- TBA
*) Dates still tentative
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Program Highlights
Choose among an amazing number of business and management courses or complete a full Bachelor’s degree in business
Gain international experience in one of Asia’s most thrilling cities
Get to know Thailand and Thai culture, and explore Southeast Asia
Improve your intercultural communication and English skills
Meet new people from all over the world and build an international network
Enjoy a variety of free time activities, both in Bangkok and on campus
STUDYING IN SIAM UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PROGRAM
The Siam University International Business Program (IBP) is an undergraduate (Bachelor’s) degree program taught in English.
It’s the perfect choice for anyone aiming for a serious career in international business or just to boost their existing degree with some business courses. You can either complete the full degree program (4 years) or join it as an exchange student for one or two semesters.
Who is this Siam University program for?
- You’re a university student, a high school graduate, or in between degrees
- You want to boost your business knowledge and skills
- You want to improve your English and intercultural communication skills
- You want to get to know people from all over the world.
- You want to explore the dynamic city of Bangkok in your free time
Completing a full BBA degree at Siam University
The Bachelor’s degree program in International Business at Siam University takes four years in total to complete. The program is an excellent way for you to develop a genuinely global mindset and skillset and gain numerous opportunities both for a career and post-graduate/Master’s studies in business abroad.
To apply, you only need an upper secondary degree. There is no entrance exam. To complete your studies, you need to have a good command of English. There is a possibility to take English language courses at the beginning of your studies.
Study Abroad Semester
As an exchange student in the IBP, you have plenty of options when making your course selections. You can pick your courses freely from the level (year) and the subject area most suitable and interesting for you. Joining the IBP as an exchange student doesn’t require a previous background in business studies. There are some courses in social sciences as well and you can also choose courses from the International Program in Hotel & Tourism Management. There are approximately 20 courses arranged each semester. You can choose 3–6 courses per semester. Two of the six courses can also be picked from the MBA program. You can also choose extra courses for an additional fee (~120 EUR) after arriving at the university.
Course documents
You can find a list of all the courses together with short descriptions in the course list and summaries. See also the general study plan, which shows you the semester the courses are usually arranged. You can find all the available detailed course descriptions by clicking on the link below:
The syllabi are exemplary and available for most courses. The remaining syllabi will be handed out at the beginning of lectures at the latest. In the course schedule documents, the terms “first”, “second,” etc., refer to first-year studies, second-year studies, etc., meaning the year in which degree students are expected to take the courses.
Availability of courses
The Core Courses (2.1) and the Required Courses in the Major Field (2.2) listed in the course catalog occur every year in either semester 1 or 2. When choosing the courses, make sure they will be organized during your semester by looking at pages 2 and 3 of the catalog. The courses listed under General Education and Major Electives cannot be guaranteed. If you wish to choose one of these courses, it is recommended to choose one of the core courses as a plan B. A precise course schedule will be available at the beginning of the semester.
eCampus
In addition to the courses mentioned above, you have the chance to attend additional distance learning courses in the fields of Economics, Marketing, Sociology, and Politics. All the courses are taught from a distance and can be joined independently from place and time. This gives you the ultimate flexibility to combine your study abroad experience with various academic courses.
All information about the eCampus can be found here.
You have the chance to opt for distance learning courses during your application process. Please note that each distance learning course is worth 5 ECTS and comes at an additional charge of 149€ / 167USD.
After completing your eCampus courses, you will receive an academic transcript issued by Undiknas University. Additionally, you will receive a participation certificate for each completed distance learning course.
FULL DEGREE
Course documents
You can find all the available course summaries by clicking on the link below:
The syllabi are exemplary and available for most courses. The remaining syllabi will be handed out at the beginning of lectures at the latest In the course schedule documents, the terms “first”, “second,” etc. refer to first-year studies, second-year studies, etc., meaning the year in which degree students are expected to take the courses.
International Business Program (IBP) degree plan
Download the degree plan for the whole program below.
The studies in the degree program can be started either in the 1st or the 2nd semester.
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One completed course at Siam University is worth 3 credits, which usually translates into 5 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits or 3 US credit points. Read more about credit conversion
Siam University tuition fees:
Tuition fee (exchange semester): / semester
Application fee:
See what’s included in the fees.
Many of our students apply for national student funding such as PROMOS, BAföG, or CSN.
Are you from outside of Europe? Find out more about the fees.
Benefits when applying via Asia Exchange
- Confirmation even in one day
- Asia Exchange Guide with lots of information about studies, visas, accommodation, and other tips
- Orientation days
- No English proficiency test required
FULL DEGREE
The price for the BBA degree is about
Payment procedure
The tuition for the first two semesters is
Siam University application requirements:
Minimum requirements
- Minimum age of 18 years
- To follow the instruction, you should have sufficient English skills (B2 level). No language test is required, however.
See the additional requirements.
- An official transcript of records. If you are not currently enrolled at an institution of higher education, a copy of your high school diploma or a similar document.
- A copy of the identification page of your passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months after arriving in Thailand. A passport with a validity of 18 months is sometimes required when applying for a one-year Multiple Entry Visa. Please note this also when sending Asia Exchange your application for the study abroad program.
Apply to study abroad at Siam University
APPLICATION
Fill out and submit the online application form together with the required documents (same for both an exchange semester and a full degree)
- Flexible application: You can apply even if you’re not yet certain of your plans. Cancel at no extra cost up to 1 month before the semester starts.
- When you apply for two semesters: 100 EUR discount on the second semester
- Get access to comprehensive information materials such as an Asia Exchange Guide and an interactive orientation webinar after you apply
INSTRUCTIONS
- Scan all the required attachments to your computer in PDF format.
- Fill out the online application form below and submit it with the required attachments.
Uploading and submitting the attachments
- Please upload the attachments in PDF format.
- If possible, please submit all the attachments together with the application. If you’re missing some attachment(s) when you first apply, you can later send the missing document(s). However, please note that we won’t process applications without any attachments whatsoever.
- All attachments must be sent to us within 30 days of applying or by the application deadline at the very latest.
- You can submit all the documents electronically. Please don’t send anything via regular mail.
- There is a late application fee for applications or attachments submitted after the application deadline.
Confirmation, official acceptance letter, and visa
You’ll get a confirmation of your study placement in 1-7 days, starting from when your application is complete with all the required documents. You’ll receive the official acceptance letter 1.5 months before the semester starts at the latest. We’ll send it to the street address you have provided in your application. Please let us know if this address changes at any point. You need the official acceptance letter to apply for a student visa.
Fees
The application fee invoice will be sent to you soon after the initial acceptance letter. This fee will be due within 10 days of receiving your confirmation. The application fee is non-refundable even if you decide to cancel (see below). You’ll receive the invoice for the tuition fee about 2.5 months before the semester starts.
Cancellation
You have the right to cancel your participation in the program up to 1 month before the semester starts with no extra cost (the application fee will not be refunded, however). Let us know about your cancellation by writing us an email at info[at]asiaexchange.org. Cancellations notified via phone, SMS, or by any other means will not be considered. For more detailed information on our cancellation policy, please see the terms and conditions for cancellation. We also reserve the right to cancel your participation if any of your fees becomes overdue. For more information, please see our terms and conditions.
Travel insurance
You are required to have a valid accident and health insurance from your home country for the whole duration of the program. The university may request a copy of the insurance certificate at the beginning of the semester. See our recommended travel insurance providers.
About Siam University
Siam University (SU) is Thailand’s fifth-largest private university and has several exchange agreements worldwide. It is a popular exchange location among international students: 400 international students participate in Siam University’s international programs every year. Read more about Siam University
Address:
Siam University 235 Petchkasem Road Phasi-Charoen Bangkok 10163 Thailand
Contact person at Siam University:
Mr. Rengson Mualchontham
- the Global University Network for Innovation (GUNI)
- World Association of Cooperative Education (WACE)
UNIVERSITY ACCREDITATION
- Ministry of Education in Thailand
- International Association of Universities (IAU)
- Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
- International Association of University Presidents (IAUP)
- Association of Universities in Asia and Pacific (AUAP)
- International Association of Europe Hotel Schools (EUHOFA)
- The Asian Regional Training and Development Organization (ARTDO)
- University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP)
- Member of The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
- Global University Network for Innovation (GUNI)
- World Association of Cooperative Education (WACE)
Siam University: activities outside class
Siam University has dozens of sports, arts, and career skills clubs that you can join. The sports center is located at the university’s back, at the left-hand corner of Building 19, with a large open space for parking. The sports center serves all students with free basket and volleyballs, badminton rackets, and ping pong rackets. The students of Siam University can use the fitness gym and play almost all indoor games inside the center and outdoor games outside the center.
Bangkok is also one of the best places to call home if you plan to travel around South East Asia. Its convenient location and excellent transport connections make it possible to visit the many beaches, jungles and mountains, and neighboring countries during the weekends.
CO2 OFFSETTING
Unfortunately, traveling by plane to study abroad increases the carbon footprint of each student. Over the past years, it has become more apparent than ever: we face a climate crisis and air transport is responsible for up to 10% of humankind’s contribution to global warming. But should students stop pursuing their dreams of studying abroad and sacrifice their future goals? We don’t think so!
We see it as our responsibility to preserve our environment, live a sustainable life, and minimize the carbon footprint of each of our students. Consequently, Asia Exchange has chosen to work with Atmosfair, a non-profit organization that actively contributes to CO₂ mitigation and offers Co2 offsetting. You can now easily donate a free amount of money to Atmosfair’s projects dedicated to offsetting Co2 emissions. During the application process for your study abroad program, you have the opportunity to donate and mitigate your flight emissions.
Simultaneously, Asia Exchange will support your efforts to reduce their carbon footprint when studying abroad by doubling your donations and contributing equally. Let’s make this world a better place!
Click here to find out more about offsetting your flight emissions
MOST FREQUENT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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STUDIES & SCHEDULES
Q: Should I choose my courses before the semester starts? A: The course selections will be made after you arrive in Bangkok, preferably before the semester begins.
Q: Are there mandatory courses? A: No.
Q: Can I take Master-level courses even if I’m a Bachelor level student? A: Yes, as a BBA student, you can take up 1-2 MBA courses.
Q: What is the required minimum attendance? A: You must attend a minimum of 80 % of lectures and all mandatory workshops/excursions.
Q: Do I need to participate in the orientation day? A: Preferably yes, you get plenty of useful information during the orientation day.
Q: How long does completing the full degree take? A: The duration of the full degree is 4 years.
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EVERYDAY CONDUCT
Q: Will I wear a school uniform? A: Yes. The upper part is a white-collar shirt. Women wear a black skirt and men wear black trousers. Our students have told us that they got used to wearing it after two days (at the latest) and that it’s convenient – you’re spared the trouble of choosing suitable clothes in the morning!
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VISA & TRAVEL
Q: What is the correct type of visa for studying in Thailand? A: It’s called “Non-immigrant visa ED”.
Q: When can I apply for my visa? A: After you have received your official acceptance letter. What happens at the latest one month before the semester starts, but it can be even earlier. The visa process often takes only 4-5 working days. Read our general visa instructions here.
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ACCOMMODATION
Q: How can I find suitable accommodation options? A: Read our accommodation tips for Bangkok here. We will also send you our Asia Exchange Guide with additional tips. Most students decide to stay near the Siam University campus; it is a nice and inexpensive neighborhood.
Q: Should I book accommodation in advance or after arriving in Bangkok? A: It is completely up to you. Most students prefer checking the accommodation options in person after arrival.
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HEALTH & SAFETY
Q: Which vaccinations do I need to take? A: In addition to the basic vaccinations (MMR and diphtheria-tetanus), travelers are most often advised to get vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B. Vaccinations always depend partly on the individual, so remember to consult your physician.
Q: Do I need to have travel insurance?
A: You are required to have a valid accident and health insurance for the whole duration of the study abroad program. The university may request a copy of the insurance certificate at the beginning of the semester. Additional information and recommended insurance packages. -
COSTS
Q: What kind of costs should I be prepared for? A: In addition to tuition fees, you should be prepared to pay for the student visa, flights, accommodation, and other living costs. The cost of living is relatively low in Bangkok. The real costs depend on your individual lifestyle. Find a list of general living costs here. Read more about budgeting your study abroad semester.
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DOCUMENTS
Q: I need to have my learning agreement/certificate of enrollment signed. What should I do? A: Please fill out the document and send it to info@asiaexchange.org.
Q: When will I receive the Official Acceptance Letter? The official letter of acceptance will be delivered to you 1.5 months before the semester starts at the latest. We’ll send it to the street address you have provided in your application. Please let us know if this address changes at any point.
Q: When will I receive my Transcript of Records? A: The university prepares and sends the transcripts of records usually within 2-3 months after the end of the semester
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WHY COMPLETE A FULL DEGREE IN ASIA?
Although studying abroad for a semester or two has many tangible benefits, such as improved language skills, enhanced intercultural competence and a new network of friends from all over the world, nothing quite compares to completing a full university degree abroad if you want to really kickstart an international career and get ahead. Not only will you obtain an internationally recognized degree, but you will also gain a level of insight into the life and culture of the host country, not possible during a shorter stay. International education is beneficial in multiple ways. Your language skills improve; you will network with people from around the world; and become familiar with different cultures. These are priceless skills in your future career, in the more and more international markets and supply chains of the world. Asia is only going to grow in importance and power in the future. This means more and more employers will be looking for professionals with in-depth knowledge of Asia.
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