About

Immerse yourself in the diverse cultures of Korea, Vietnam and Thailand, where you will gain the skills and knowledge to navigate business and cultural realms in an increasingly interconnected world.  

Join us on an exciting journey that will take you across Asia to deepen your understanding of how business and historical culture intersect. Instructors Kenneth Wong and Avram Agov will lead you through a 24-day itinerary to South Korea (Seoul and Asan), Vietnam (Hanoi and Da Nang) and Thailand (Bangkok), packed full of experiential learning through visits to local businesses, as well as historical and cultural sites. You'll gain valuable international and cross-cultural experience while putting your knowledge to test.

Each city will be a unique classroom, offering lessons in unexpected places such as airports, subways, and even the night markets and convenience stores – all illustrating the important social, economic and political landscapes. You will be able to actively observe and appreciate the enormous scale of modernization as well as efficiency of South Korea, Vietnam and Thailand, driven by their enthusiastic and energetic populace, in a business context heavily influenced by rich culture.

Earn university-transferrable credits while you travel

The Asia Field Studies program includes 6 credits:

Equivalent to:

  • INTB 2000: Introduction to International Business
  • ASIA 3386: Asian Century: Modern Korea

Total: 6 university-transfer credits

Itinerary

Field Studies dates:

Early May to early June 2025 

Field Studies itinerary (subject to change):

Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam's Business and Historical Culture

South Korea (Seoul) – 8 nights/9 days
Vietnam (Hanoi and Da Nang City) – 8 nights/9 days
Thailand (Bangkok) – 7 nights/8 days

  • April 29–May 8, 2025: Mandatory lectures and pre-departure orientation at Langara campus
  • May 11–June 4, 2025: in South Korea, Vietnam and Thailand (24 days/23 nights)

Itinerary details (subject to change):

  • May 11: Departure from Vancouver to Seoul
  • May 12–19: South Korea - Seoul and Asan, 8 nights
  • May 20–27: Vietnam - Hanoi and Da Nang, 8 nights
  • May 28–Jun 3: Thailand - Bangkok, 7 nights
  • Jun 4: End of program
Seoul and Asan (4 nights each, total 8 nights)
  • Activities at Yonsei University in Seoul (other universities TBC)
  • Activities at Soonchunhyang University in Asan
  • Taekwondo class
  • City tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace; Blue House; Insadong; N Tower; Korean War Museum
  • Everland Theme Park
  • Company visit
Hanoi and Da Nang (4 nights each, total 8 nights)
  • Activities at FPT University
  • City tour: Vietnam Military War Museum; Independence Palace; Temple of Literature
  • Ha Long Bay (UNESCO Heritage Site)
  • Community Outreach
  • Company visit
  • Free time to explore Da Nang coastline
  • Visit to Hoi An Village (UNESCO Heritage)
  • Night markets
  • Cultural activities
Bangkok (7 nights)
  • Activities at Panyapiwat Institute of Management
  • Company visits
  • Cultural activities
  • Visit Train Market
  • Night markets
  • Ancient capital Ayutthaya (UNESCO Heritage Site)

Contact

For course/ program related questions:

Kenneth Wong
Instructor, School of Business
Office: B247m
Phone: 604-323-5511, x2228
kwong@langara.ca

Avram Agov
Instructor, Department of Asian Studies
Office: A208
Phone: 604-323-2387
aagov@langara.ca

For application and payment related questions:

Mercedes Bueno
Program Coordinator International Programs and Partnerships
Office: Langara Global (room A107)
Phone: 604-323-5696
globalengagement@langara.ca