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International Airline Business (IAB)

The International Airline Business (IAB) program at Sripatum International College is a fully English-taught aviation and airline management degree in Bangkok, Thailand. This 3.5-year international program combines academic knowledge with practical airline industry training to prepare students for careers in airline operations, aviation business management, customer service, airport operations, and global airline markets.

Students gain hands-on experience through a mock-up airline workplace simulation designed to replicate real airline environments, including in-flight passenger service, ground operations, and ticket reservation systems. The curriculum integrates modern aviation industry practices, business management skills, and international service standards to prepare graduates for careers with airlines and aviation-related organizations worldwide.

 

Graduates of the IAB program pursue careers in areas such as cabin crew services, airline customer relations, airport operations, aviation business management, and international airline services.

Program Highlights

The following are the key highlights of the International Airline Business (IAB) program:

  • It is the first and only ICAO-standard aviation course offered by a private higher education institution in Thailand;
  • It is the first and only program in Thailand that collaborates with a world-class international aviation organization such as Lufthansa Services Thailand (LST);
  • It is taught by experienced industry professionals with expertise across all areas of the global aviation industry;
  • It develops students with the qualifications and professional competencies required to meet international aviation industry standards;
  • It allows students to choose their preferred internship within the aviation sector to enhance practical experience and career readiness;
  • It offers opportunities to participate in international Student Exchange Programs, including partner institutions in China, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, Switzerland and Germany.

Details and Career Opportunities

International Airline Business (IAB)

Program name: Bachelor of Arts in Airline Business (International Program)
The International Airline Business (IAB) program is a comprehensive international aviation degree that provides students with intensive course content aligned with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards. The program emphasizes practical aviation training to prepare students for quality operational roles within the global aviation industry. This includes building professional networks with international and domestic aviation organizations and participating in real-world aviation business operations.

 

The program covers three core areas of aviation service professionalism aligned with international aviation standards: in-flight service, airport ground service, reservations and ticketing operations. This ensures that graduates are well-prepared for diverse career opportunities within the aviation industry and related sectors.

 

The program’s main objective is to provide real-world aviation industry experience through learning from world-class aviation professionals, enabling graduates to apply their knowledge and skills across a wide range of aviation career paths.

 

Graduates of the International Airline Business (IAB) program may pursue careers such as:

Career Opportunity

  • Flight Attendant;
  • Air Traffic Controller;
  • Cargo Manager;
  • Airport Operations Manager;
  • Aviation Safety Inspector;
  • Airline Customer Service Representative;
  • Ramp Service Officer;
  • Aircraft Dispatcher;
  • Customer Relationship Management Manager.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Basic Knowledge and Communication Skills for Aviation Industry

Students gain fundamental knowledge and skill regarding Aviation Industry.
Languages and Communication
Advance English
Chinese for Communication
Chinese Conversation in Everyday Life
Chinese Reading
Intermediate English
Fundamental English
Basic Aviation Knowledge
Aviation Terminology 1
Aviation Terminology 2
Aviation Terminology 3
Personality and Identity Development
Service Psychology and Cross Cultural Communication for Aviation Industry
Communication for Aviation Industry
Knowledges for Aviation Industry
IT and Others
Tools for Accessing Digital Works
Use of Computers in Business
Principles of Marketing
Introduction to Statistics

Year 2: Ground Service and Airport Management

Students can apply knowledge to perform Passenger Service Agent job process in the Airport.
Aviation Specific
Aviation Safety and Security
Aviation Laws
Airport Services
Reservation and Ticketing
Passenger Ground Service
Budget Airline Management
Career Path in Aviation Industry
Business Skills in Aviation Industry
Organization Behavior
Consumer Behavior
Principle of Management
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Comparative Society and Cultures
Asia in the Modern World

Year 3: Know Deeper in Airline Business + Some Manager Skills

Students will study advance airline specific knowledge and selected management courses. This is to prepare their readiness whether they land their job in the AIR or in others part of Aviation Industry.
Airline Advance
In-flight Service
Nutrition and Airline Catering
Crew Resource Management
Service Management
Air Traffic Service and Scheduling Management
Career Preparation for Aviation Industry
Airport Ramp Service
Skills on the Ground
Innovation and Change in Management
Design Thinking as a Strategy for Innovation
Marketing Strategy for Hospitality Industry
The Art of Leadership
Solopreneurship

Year 4: The chance to apply and refine your skills through an internship in the aviation industry.

Students can apply the holistic knowledge and skill obtained to perform optimal duties required from organization according to international standard in Aviation Industry.
1st Semester
Cooperative Education
  • Applying for Internship in airline you like
  • Or you can choose to land in Hospitality businesses
  • Use your skills in real airline and hospitality services
  • Learn how to deal with your real customer expectation
  • Get a chance to start your career
2nd Semester
Graduation

Remarks:

The International Airline Business (IAB) program is subject to factors such as staff availability, student enrollment and program resources; therefore, not all subjects may be offered each academic year. Course registration is subject to quota availability.

 

The program structure and subject details (e.g. course descriptions, offering patterns and class timetables) may be reviewed and revised periodically in accordance with university academic policies.

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