Author: Peeraphol Kanjanakan

Dusit Thani College, an educational institution specialized in hospitality businesses under Dusit International, has recently sent Mr. Thanakon Chuangrattanawan, student of Culinary Arts and Kitchen Management Program, to participate in the Culinary competiton of World Skills ASEAN 2023 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, the Republic of Singapore. Mr. Thanakon has proudly made himself to the fourth runner-up of total score and received a Medallion of Excellence, earning a reputation to the college and Thailand.

Dusit Thani College, Thailand’s leading higher education in hospitality industry under Dusit International, has recently visited Saint Joseph Bangna School under the lead of Dr. Praweena Kasai, Vice Rector of Student Affairs, and Ms. Pichaya Noranitiphadungkarn, Director of Industry and International Relations at Dusit Thani College, in order to sign “an academic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)” between Dusit Thani College and Saint Joseph Bangna School which is represented by Mr. Prasit Kanjanaket, Head of Student Affairs, and Ms. Thidarat Imjai, Head of Academic Affairs.

After the relief of Covid-19 pandemic, the return of global tourism has been on the rise again. Just like in Thailand, there has been such a constant increase of Thai and international travelers since the beginning of 2023 that now reached the number of 30 million. A factor which partly contributes to this growth is the People’s Republic of China’s country reopening because Chinese tourists, the main target of Thailand’s tourism industry, have gradually visited the country. Siam Commercial Bank Economic Intelligence Center (SCB EIC) has estimated that the return of hotels and other hospitality businesses will recover to the point before Covid-19 within the end of year 2024.

Dusit Thani College’s International Hospitality Management and Pathway Program students, instructors, and staff visited the newly opened dusitD2 Samyan in Bangkok last June 30, 2023. The team was graciously welcomed by no less than the General Manager and the section managers of the hotel. GM Jean-Matthieu Beroujon shared about his inspirational journey in the hospitality industry, highlighting the value of building networks and fully understanding hotel operations.  Khun Nok (Chalatip Nahuanmalin, Learning and Development Manager) talked about the Dusit brand and the story behind dusitD2 signifying the second generation of Dusit hotels. The Executive Housekeeper, Khun Uan (Sununta Puengpo)) introduced her team and explained the roles and challenges in the housekeeping section. Khun Bank (Aekawit Kaewpakdee), one of the duty front office duty managers highlighted the importance of learning a third language in providing excellent guest experience. 

Dusit Thani College is proud to announce that three of our students from the International Programs have advanced to the semi-final round of this year’s Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC) in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from over 40 universities from around the globe,. This consistent achievement underscores the college’s commitment to fostering innovation and sustainability in the hospitality industry. 

International students from the Hospitality Management Program at Dusit Thani College made a significant impact at the 6th edition of the South East Asia Hotel Investors’ Summit (SEAHIS) in 2023. This prestigious event, held at the Westin Bangkok, Thailand, was a unique opportunity for our students to gain insights into the global hospitality industry and network with industry leaders. 

Dusit Thani College, led by Associate Rector for College Operations Ajarn Korakot Montrisuksirikul, has recently brought the college’s working team on energy management to visit the solar rooftop at Seacon Square Srinakarin, the college’s neighboring shopping center. Seacon Square Srinakarin is one of the private sectors which emphasizes the importance of energy and environment. The company has invested in installing solar panels all over the rooftop of the shopping center which do not only save a huge amount of annual electrical costs, but also save the nation’s energy.