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Thai Language Professional Development Seminar

Overview


The Thai Language Professional Development Seminar is an intensive two-day professional development program designed for executives, business owners, government representatives, and professionals seeking to build successful relationships and conduct business confidently in Thailand.


The seminar combines practical business knowledge, cultural awareness, and essential Thai language skills to provide participants with the confidence to engage effectively with Thai organisations, government agencies, and local business partners. Rather than focusing solely on classroom theory, the program emphasises practical communication, relationship building, and understanding the cultural values that underpin successful business in Thailand.


Participants will gain insights into Thailand's current business environment, government priorities, negotiation styles, business etiquette, and communication techniques while developing practical Thai language skills that can be immediately applied in meetings and everyday interactions.


An optional third day provides a unique opportunity to experience one of Thailand's most important networking environments—a golf day where participants learn the etiquette and informal relationship-building practices that often accompany successful business partnerships in Thailand.

Learning outcomes

Day 1 Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

  • Understand Thailand's current economic and business landscape.
  • Learn the importance of relationships, trust and respect in Thai business.
  • Develop confidence using basic Thai business language.
  • Build connections with fellow participants during the evening networking dinner.


Day 2 Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

  • Understand current government policies affecting business.
  • Learn practical approaches to conducting meetings and negotiations.
  • Improve spoken Thai in professional settings.
  • Develop strategies for building long-term business relationships in Thailand.

Program

Day 1 – Understanding Thailand and Building Relationships

  • Formal Thai terminology
  • Informal Thai language
  • Practical conversation with native speakers


Day 2 – Understanding Thailand and Building Relationships

  • Military terminology
  • Regional conflicts
  • Improving Thai language training

Optional Day 3 – Business Networking Through Golf

Building Relationships Beyond the Boardroom. Golf plays an important role in relationship building throughout Thailand's business community. This optional practical day allows participants to experience how informal networking contributes to successful long-term business partnerships. The day includes:
  • Business golf etiquette in Thailand
  • Networking strategies on and off the course
  • Building trust through informal conversation
  • Practical Thai language used during golf and social interactions
  • Lunch and post-round business discussion
  • Reflection on relationship-building techniques

Participants who do not play golf are welcome to attend and will receive guidance on golf etiquette, networking, and business conversations while accompanying the group.

Cultural Engagement Anzac Day Dawn Service at Hellfire Pass (Optional)

The April 2027 Thai Language Professional Development Seminar 1/27 is timed to allow the optional attendance at the Anzac Day Dawn Service at Hellfire Pass, Kanchanaburi.

Who should attend

This seminar is ideal for:

  • Business executives and managers
  • Small and medium enterprise owners
  • Government officials
  • Defence personnel
  • Trade and investment professionals
  • Companies expanding into Thailand
  • Anyone working with Thai clients, suppliers, or partners

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Dates

Dates
Course
Duration
Who this course is for
Cost
28-29 Apr 27


(Can add Anzac Day (25 Apr 27) in Hellfire Pass)

Thai Business Culture and Language Seminar 2027 A
2 days
(3 days with optional golf networking day)
  • Business executives and managers
  • Small and medium enterprise owners
  • Government officials
  • Defence personnel
  • Trade and investment professionals
  • Companies expanding into Thailand
  • Anyone working with Thai clients, suppliers, or partners
From AUD $1000
08-10 Sep 27
Thai Business Culture and Language Seminar 2027 B
2 days 
(3 days with optional golf networking day)
  • Business executives and managers
  • Small and medium enterprise owners
  • Government officials
  • Defence personnel
  • Trade and investment professionals
  • Companies expanding into Thailand
  • Anyone working with Thai clients, suppliers, or partners
From AUD $1000







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