Are you living in Thailand (or elsewhere in Southeast Asia) and dreaming of a university education abroad to launch yourself into a top-tier career? Earning a Bachelor’s degree in Europe requires, on average, three to four years of full-time academic study abroad. A Bachelor’s degree from the United States can take even longer, with most students needing four to five years to complete all their requirements. That’s a lot of time and a lot of money.
What if you could fast-track your degree, gain hands-on job experience and earn an internationally recognised qualification—all without spending several years in a traditional university setting? What if you could earn an international degree with only one year of study abroad? That’s exactly what BTEC at AIHM offers.
AIHM offers you three different fast-track paths to an international education.
Are you interested by a future in business or marketing? Maybe you want to seek a high-powered corporate job. Alternatively, you might want to go into business for yourself and pursue a life as an entrepreneur? Choose the Higher National Diploma in Business and Marketing.
Want to tap into Asia’s booming tourism sector? Dreaming of making memories in the travel industry? Select the Higher National Diploma in Travel and Tourism.
Are you a bit younger and ready to get a head start? You want to prepare yourself for university-level study and entrance into an international degree programme? The Level 3 diploma is a foundation programme that helps students to gain entrance to a British university.
Could AIHM’s BTEC diplomas be your key to an international degree? Which diploma is the best match for your future goals? Discover more about each of these three options below.
A 2-year diploma designed for students aiming for careers in business management and marketing. This programme provides in-depth knowledge, practical experience and a fast-track option to a full Bachelor’s degree. Includes a 3-month internship.
✔ High school students who are about to graduate and eager to start a career in business or marketing.
✔ Students looking for a more hands-on alternative to traditional degrees.
Perfect for students passionate about the hospitality and tourism industry. This 2-year programme prepares students for leadership roles in tour operators, airlines, hotels, government tourism ministries, event management companies and other tourism-related businesses. Includes a 3-month internship.
✔ Soon-to-graduate high school students who love travel and hospitality.
✔ Those who want a practical, globally recognised qualification.
A foundation-level qualification designed to introduce students to key business concepts and practical applications. It provides a solid base for further studies or entry-level employment. Equivalent to UK A-Levels (the final year of high school).
✔ High school students looking for a business foundation.
✔ Students who want a broad business diploma that will prepare them for university-level business studies.
BTEC is a UK diploma for real-world success. The Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) qualifications, awarded by Pearson, are internationally recognised programmes designed to provide practical, hands-on learning combined with academic knowledge.
If you love learning by solving problems, working on real projects and thinking creatively, BTEC is the perfect path. Instead of spending years memorizing theories and abstract lessons, you’ll be building skills, testing strategies and applying knowledge in real-world settings.
Unlike traditional degrees that focus primarily on exams, BTEC courses emphasise real-world application and industry-relevant skills. Employers value BTEC diplomas because of their hands-on approach and the practical experience learners gain along the way. Many students love BTEC because these diplomas are not assessed with exams, removing the stress and anxiety of traditional testing. Instead, students are assessed on their ability to solve problems and apply their new skills and knowledge in practical scenarios that closely mirror the challenges of a real workplace. As a replacement for test scores, students receive feedback on their performance to help them develop and master skills over time.
AIHM is excited to offer local students the opportunity to earn BTEC diplomas from the UK while studying at our campus in Bangkok, Thailand. These internationally recognised qualifications, offered in partnership with Pearson, are a launchpad to global career success.
Unlike other colleges, AIHM doesn’t just teach business—we connect you with industry leaders through our exclusive partnership with Minor Hotels. That means internships, networking opportunities, and pathways to careers in top hospitality brands and other enterprises.
AIHM brings a world-class education closer to home by offering BTEC programmes that are globally accredited, industry-focused and career-driven:
Whether you dream of running a five-star resort, launching your own business or leading an international marketing team, AIHM’s BTEC diplomas give you the skills, experience and global connections to make it happen.
**Apply today and take your first step toward success.**