15-Month University-run Thai for Business Communication Program
About This Course
Overview of the 15-Month University-run Thai for Business Communication Program:
Our 15-Month University-run Thai for Business Communication Program is designed to help international students improve their Thai language skills with a focus on business communication, in an immersive and supportive environment. The program is taught by experienced Thai language instructors at the university.
This comprehensive program aims to develop students’ Thai proficiency across all four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening, with an emphasis on business-related vocabulary and situations. Through a well-structured curriculum and engaging classroom activities, students will gain the confidence and competence to communicate effectively in Thai in various business settings.
Participants in this program will receive an education visa, allowing them to stay in Thailand while they complete their studies.
Please Note:
The exact name of the course will be provided at the time of application and may differ slightly.
Program Details:
The program includes 150 hours of online lessons, providing students with ample opportunities to practice and enhance their Thai language skills for business communication.
Eligibility:
This program is for those who hold a tourist visa (TR), visa exemption, or APEC visa only. Please note that there may be restrictions for certain nationalities that cannot apply for a visa conversion in Thailand. Please consult with our English-speaking admissions team for more information. Click here to add our Line Official and speak with our English-speaking admissions team.
Background Check:
All applications will undergo a pre-background check. Additionally, a deep background check might be conducted after approval. Please note that the visa will be revoked at any time if the background check reveals any issues.
Program Duration and Visa:
The program duration is 15 months, and students will receive a non-immigrant education visa (ED visa). They will receive an initial 90-day visa and then renew the visa for another 12 months. All immigration fees and services related to visa renewal are included in the program fee.
Visa Processing:
All applicants must visit Chiang Mai Immigration in person to process visa conversion and visa renewal. This cannot be done at other immigration offices due to jurisdiction, as the university is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Applicants must have at least 30 business days of current visa remaining in order to allow enough time for visa conversion processing. For those who don’t have enough visa remaining days, it may still be possible to process on a case-by-case basis but with an additional fee and the need to follow strict dates and procedures.
Class Schedule:
Students are required to attend online classes for 3 hours a week, one day a week, to meet immigration attendance requirements. The class timings can be from 9:00 to 12:00 or 13:00 to 16:00, depending on the time of enrollment. Please note that the specific day and time of the classes cannot be informed in advance, as they are subject to change based on the enrollment period.
Program Fee:
The program fee is 55,900 Baht.
This fee is intended for international students who want to convert their visa inside Thailand. The New Stamford school team will facilitate the enrollment and visa conversion process, but students will be enrolled and hold the visa with the university. Before applying, please check with our team to see if you’re eligible. If you want to apply by obtaining an education visa abroad at a Thai Embassy or consulate, please refer to our other courses.
Included in the Price:
- Tuition fee
In-country visa conversion fee - Immigration extension fee for the duration of the course
Not Included in the Price:
- A student certificate letter for opening a bank account
- A student status certificate letter
- Immigration re-entry fee if you plan to leave the country during your stay
- 90-day reporting (students must take care of this themselves)
- TM30 (students must contact their landlord to handle this step)
Other additional costs outside the normal scope of the application, such as international postage fees, delivery fees, and transportation fees.
Invest in your future by enhancing your Thai language skills for business communication with our 15-Month University-run Thai for Business Communication Program. Join us now and take the first step towards unlocking new opportunities in your professional life in Thailand!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the 15-Month University-run Thai for Business Communication Program:
1. Q: Who is eligible for this program?
A: This program is for those who hold a tourist visa (TR), visa exemption, or APEC visa only. Please note that there may be restrictions for certain nationalities that cannot apply for a visa conversion in Thailand. Please consult with our English-speaking admissions team for more information.
2. Q: How long is the program duration?
A: The program duration is 15 months. Students will receive an initial 90-day visa and then renew the visa for another 12 months.
3. Q: What is included in the program fee?
A: The program fee of 59,500 Baht includes the tuition fee, in-country visa conversion fee, and immigration extension fee for the duration of the course.
4. Q: What is not included in the program fee?
A: The program fee does not include a student certificate letter for opening a bank account, a student status certificate letter, immigration re-entry fee if you plan to leave the country during your stay, 90-day reporting (which students must take care of themselves), TM30 (which students must contact their landlord to handle), and other additional costs outside the normal scope of the application, such as international postage fees, delivery fees, and transportation fees.
5. Q: How many hours of online lessons are included in the program?
A: The program includes 150 hours of online lessons.
6. Q: What is the class schedule?
A: Students are required to attend online classes for 3 hours a week, one day a week, to meet immigration attendance requirements. The class timings can be from 9:00 to 12:00 or 13:00 to 16:00, depending on the time of enrollment. Please note that the specific day and time of the classes cannot be informed in advance, as they are subject to change based on the enrollment period.
7. Q: Where do I need to go for visa processing?
A: All applicants must visit Chiang Mai Immigration in person to process visa conversion and visa renewal. This cannot be done at other immigration offices due to jurisdiction, as the university is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
8. Q: How many days of current visa should I have remaining to apply for this program?
A: Applicants must have at least 30 business days of current visa remaining in order to allow enough time for visa conversion processing. For those who don’t have enough visa remaining days, it may still be possible to process on a case-by-case basis but with an additional fee and the need to follow strict dates and procedures.
9. Q: Will there be any background checks conducted?
A: Yes, all applications will undergo a pre-background check. Additionally, a deep background check might be conducted after approval. Please note that the visa will be revoked at any time if the background check reveals any issues.
Q: How can I contact the admissions team for more information?
A: You can click here to add our Line Official and speak with our English-speaking admissions team for more information and assistance.