Unilinks - Ph.D. (Hospitality and Tourism Management)(all year round)

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

The ABAC Ph.D. in Hospitality and Tourism Management (Ph.D. HTM) Program is the first International Tourism PhD program in Thailand and continues to be the pre-eminent program with small class sizes, and students from ASEAN. The program is delivered in English by international faculty members, all of whom have a wealth of experience in Tourism and Hospitality sectors.

The Ph.D. HTM program is delivered through a series of seven modules arranged in a combination of conventional lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops and out-of-class activity-based learning experiences. With one intake per year registration can be made at any time with the program commencing in September each year.

This program will be delivered using a mixture of on-campus, remote and multi-modal classes to support and engage all students, from all parts of the world.

KEY INFORMATION

Degree

PhD

Language

English

Location

Bangkok, Samut Prakan

Intake Start Date

Data not available

Study Format

Hybrid

Duration

3 years

Program Highlight

Standard Program

Total Semester

Total Tuition Fees

1,500,000 THB In Total

Application deadline

Data not available

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

Assumption University

Hua Mak Campus, 592/3 Soi Ramkhamhaeng 24, Ramkhamhaeng Rd., Hua Mak, Bang Kapi, Bangkok Thailand 10240 Thailand

Asia Ranking 2025

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Students

112,152

Assumption University originated from Assumption Commercial College in 1969 as Assumption School of Business. In 1972, it became "Assumption Business Administration College" (ABAC) with approval from the Ministry of Education. It was accredited in 1975 and granted university status in 1990.

It is a non-profit institution administered by the Brothers of St. Gabriel, a Catholic religious order founded in France in 1705. The congregation has run educational institutions in Thailand since 1901. Assumption University is an international community of scholars, enlivened by Christian inspiration, pursuing truth and knowledge through interdisciplinary approaches and cybertechnology.

Vision

Assumption University of Thailand envisions itself as an international community of scholars, enlivened by Christian inspiration, engaged in the pursuit of Truth and Knowledge, and serving human society, especially through the creative use of interdisciplinary approaches and technology. It envisions its graduates as healthy and open-minded persons, characterized by personal integrity, an independent mind, and creative thinking. They are expected to be professionally competent, willing to exercise responsible leadership for economic progress in a just society, and able to communicate effectively with people from other nations and participate in globalization.

Mission

Assumption University, an International Catholic University, is committed to be the light that leads learners and its stakeholders from all parts of the world towards wisdom, Truth, and Christian values and to discover “Treasure Within” themselves. Through effective teaching and research pedagogies of international standards, along with community engagement, the University aims to form individuals to be intellectually competent, morally sound, and spiritually enriching, accountable, righteous, and service-minded citizens who excel in serving communities comprising diverse cultures.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

The total number of credits of the program is 54 credits.

Required Foundation Courses non-credit

Required Courses 9 credits

Elective Courses 9 credits

Dissertation 36 credits

TUITION FEES

Tuition fees

1,500,000 THB / In Total

Application fees

1,000 THB

Application fee cannot be refunded.

Available Scholarships

Find scholarships suited to your goals. We’ll help you with the application process to secure the support you need.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s Degree Transcript 2 copies

2. Master’s Degree Transcript 2 copies

3. Bachelor’s Degree Certificate 2 copies

4. Master’s Degree Certificate 2 copies

5. Citizen identification card and residence registration -

For Thai Applicants 2 copies

6. Passport - For Non-Thai Applicants 2 copies

7. Recent Photo (1x1” size) 6 photos

8. Resume 1 copy

9. Statement of Purpose 1 copy

10. Recommendation letter 2 letters

11. Recent TOEFL score (minimum 580) or IELTS (minimum 6.5)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for admission to the program applicants must :

1. Have at least 3 years of work experience in organisations in the area of interest and expertise.

2. Hold a Master’s Degree in related fields (MBA, Msc in Tourism) or equivalent degrees in any other fields, with GPA above 3.50 on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent.

3. Obtain TOEFL score of 575 PBT or 213 CBT or an IELTS (Academic) overall band of at least 6.5 or

4. Obtain GMAT score of 550. (The scores are valid for 2 years). Any applicant who does not obtain the required score must take the English

Entrance Examination.

Submit two letters of recommendation from either former instructors or employers.

Present a brief research proposal in the field of hospitality and tourism studies.

ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

• Applicants with a Master’s Degree from other fields will be admitted subject to passing an oral entrance examination.

• All applicants must pass the research proposal examination.

Possible Career Pathway

This doctoral program in hospitality and tourism focuses on deep research into contemporary issues and advanced management practices in the field. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in academia, where they can teach and conduct cutting-edge research, or in high-level consultancy roles that influence industry standards and practices. Potential career paths include university professor, senior researcher, or consultant specializing in tourism and hospitality. The program’s emphasis on dissertation work allows graduates to contribute original insights to the field, shaping future developments in hospitality and tourism management.

STUDENT's TESTIMONIALS

FAQs

Question :

Do we have to register English or can we not the English courses?

Answer :

All students must register all English courses every semester until they have passed English 4.

Question :

For each semester, how many Business Ethic Seminar courses can I take?

Answer :

You can only take one course per semester but, you can register past Business Ethic Seminar courses that you haven’t passed. For example, in the past semester you haven’t passed BG14031. In this semester, you are able to register for BG14032 and BG14031 (the course you haven’t passed).

Question :

During the pre-registering period, how many times can I modify my schedule?

Answer :

You are able to modify your schedule up to 3 times.

Question :

How come there is a room with 60 seats but the seat availability is only 50?

Answer :

The number of seat available is appropriated by the faculty not Registrar office and is not up to the number of seats there is in a room.

Question :

Why does my friend have the status of ‘expecting to graduate’ but I don’t even though we’re in the same batch/year?

Answer :

Students expecting to graduate have had reached their expected amount of credits in the first semester and second semester of 120 credits and above. For summer terms, they must have 133 credits and above.

Question :

Are we able to register courses that have an Exam Time Conflict?

Answer :

Students that are graduating the semester they are registering their courses can have exam time conflict courses. However, that is only for students who are graduating the semester they are registering for.

Question :

Am I able to register a pre-requisite course with a course that requires the pre-requisite?

Answer :

Students that haven’t passed the pre-requisite course the semester before must pass the pre-requisite course first. For example, MGT 3907 has a pre-requisite course of English 4. Thus, you must have passed English 4 first before registering MGT 3907. - In the case where the student has to pre-register a class requiring a pre-requisite. For example, English 4 and the grade releases after you have paid for MGT 3907 you can come and delete the course afterwards during the adding period (the first two weeks once the semester opens) you will be refunded for the total amount of the course.

Question :

Where can I check the pre-requisite for a course?

Answer :

Ask your faculty’s information center - From the webpage of your faculty - In the AU Spark, once you have selected your course and section there will be details concerning the pre-requisite.

Question :

I have to register more than the allotted Credit Limits, what do I have to do?

Answer :

In the case that the credits do not exceed 22 credits, write a petition detailing the reason for registering more than the allotted credit limit and ask for the signature of the chair person or the dean. Once signed, bring the petition to the Office of Registrar during the registration period - In the case that the credits exceed 22 credits, write the petition as stated above then you must get the signature of the dean afterwards bring the petition to the vice president for academic affairs to sign, then bring the petition to the office of registrar during the registration period.

Question :

In which case do we receive a full refund for deleting a course or changing a section during the adding period?

Answer :

The course or subject is closed - When the grade is released and have not passed the pre-requisite course

Question :

I wasn’t able to register a subject in time but I’m graduating this semester (have checked the semester before) and it’s a mandatory subject, what do I have to do?

Answer :

The University Registrar has no jurisdiction to increase the seat limit the faculty has appropriated. If the student needs to register the course with that section and that section has all available seats filled, contact the faculty to increase the seat limit.

Question :

Can I register my classes from the webpage and my mobile phone app?

Answer :

It is not recommended to do so as registering from both platforms will increase the amount of strain on the registration system. There is also a chance that registering from both platforms will use up all allotted modifications to the schedule.

Question :

During what times can we modify the schedule?

Answer :

During the designated pre-registration block - Between 16.00 – 17.00 of each pre-registration day

Question :

When registering course with one instructor, once the semester begins it is another instructor that teaches the course?

Answer :

Because the faculty changes the instructor due to a variety of reasons. For example, the said instructor has resigned from his teaching role in the university without prior notice.