Japanese For International Business
STUDY PLAN
The Department of Japanese for International Business at Assumption University equips students with Japanese language proficiency and international business knowledge. The program focuses on communication, cultural understanding, and business etiquette, preparing graduates for multinational careers. With training in translation, negotiation, and intercultural skills, plus opportunities for internships and exchange programs, students gain practical experience. Emphasis on both Japanese and English gives graduates a strong advantage in global workplaces.
1st Semester
84,300 THB
Full Program
3.5 Years
597,200 THB
*Approximate Fees*
Remark: The aforementioned fees may be subject to change without prior notice.
Program Highlights
- A wide range of courses that students can develop their Japanese language skills from the basic level to the business level
- Exchange programs with Japanese Universities
- Internship programs in Thailand and Japan
Why Study Arts – Japansese ABAC ?
- The program is designed to help students build a strong foundation in industry-specific terminology and concepts commonly used in international business. We place a strong emphasis on developing communication skills in Japanese within a business context. We offer a wide range of courses that students can develop their Japanese language skills from the basic level to the business level.
- All courses are taught by experienced instructors who specialize in language, business and cross-cultural communication. offering you a valuable opportunity to interact with native speakers and gain cultural insight.
- We have a wide range of engaging subjects tailored to Business Japanese, including Japanese for Tourism, Japanese for Airline business and Translation in Business Japanese.
- You can also take advantage of our flexibly study abroad opportunities, including both short-term and long-term exchange programs in Japan, as well as a summer internship program with a Japanese company, hospitality business.
- Our high-quality courses have produced many successful graduates over the years, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in global business environments.
First Year
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BBA 1001 | Business Exploration | 3 |
| BBA 1102 | Data and Information Literacy | 3 |
| ELE 1001 | Communicative English I | 3 |
| GE 2304 | Lifestyles and Sustainability in Dynamic World | 3 |
| JA 1700 | Introduction to Japanese | 3 |
| – | One General Education Elective Course | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BBA 1012 | Entrepreneurial Marketing | 3 |
| CA 1202 | Computer Graphics for Presentation Design for Pitching | 3 |
| ELE 1002 | Communicative English II | 3 |
| GL 1101 | Elements of Spoken Language | 3 |
| JA 1701 | Japanese I | 3 |
| – | One General Education Elective Course | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Second Year
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 2000 | Academic English | 3 |
| GE 2202 | Ethics | 3 |
| GL 2101 | Introduction to Language | 3 |
| GL 2102 | Communication in International Business | 3 |
| JA 2701 | Japanese II | 3 |
| JA 2703 | Basic Reading and Writing I | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 2001 | Advanced Academic English | 3 |
| GL 3104 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
| JA 2702 | Japanese III | 3 |
| JA 2704 | Basic Reading and Writing II | 3 |
| JIB 2705 | Kanji Studies | 3 |
| – | One General Education Elective Course | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Third Year
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GE 2103 | Art of Reasoning | 3 |
| JA 3722 | Japanese Reading and Oral Report | 3 |
| JIB 3747 | Oral Comprehension and Expression in Japanese | 3 |
| JIB 3748 | Intermediate Japanese Grammar I | 3 |
| – | One Business Language Elective Course | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JIB 3749 | Intermediate Japanese Grammar II | 3 |
| JIB 3750 | Japanese in Business Communication | 3 |
| JIB 3751 | Effective Japanese Listening and Speaking | 3 |
| – | One Free Elective Course | 3 |
| – | One Business Language Elective Course | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
Fourth Year
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JA 4701 | Reading in Business Japanese I | 3 |
| JA 4702 | Business Writing in Japanese I | 3 |
| – | One Free Elective Course | 3 |
| – | Two Business Language Elective Tracks | 6 |
| Total | 15 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JA 4725 | Translation in Business Japanese | 3 |
| JA 4726 | Public Speaking in Japanese | 3 |
| – | One Business Language Elective Course | 3 |
| Total | 9 |