Twenty-first-century life places complex demands on graduates, which is why it’s essential to enable students to develop self-confidence, resilience, and passions.
Cultivating lifelong skills through experiential and personalized learning
The International Baccalaureate® Career-related Programme (IB CP) is a pre-university program for students in Grades 11-12 who have a known passion they intend to pursue. It encompasses the best of both worlds—the theoretical principles and academic rigor of the Diploma Programme (DP) courses, along with tailored career-related studies at a university level and practical work experience.
The IB CP is another pathway for Grade 11 and 12 students, particularly those looking to engage in career-specific learning while gaining transferable skills and cross-cultural exposure.
Students study two to four IB Diploma Programme (DP) courses alongside distinctive Career-related studies, plus the IB CP Core classes: Reflective Project, Personal and Professional Skills, Language and Cultural Studies, and Community Engagement. The result is well-rounded students ready to pursue their passions in a university setting.
The IB CP is a globally recognized qualification offered by 400 schools in over 50 countries around the world. The program is increasingly valued by universities as it leads to practical internships and increased employment opportunities.
Why the IBCP at KIS?
Integrates academic learning with hands-on, real-world experiences.
Provides an alternative route for students aiming for higher education, internships, or employment.
Includes career-focused courses tailored to students’ passions, interests, and career aspirations.
Awards a high school diploma, IB CP certificate, Career-related studies certificate and/or transcript, and may include opportunities for university credits.
Components of the IB CP core curriculum:
Personal and Professional Skills: A course focused on building practical skills for personal growth and workplace readiness.
Language and Cultural Studies: Learning a second language to improve communication in diverse cultural settings.
Reflective Project: A research project requiring students to analyze an ethical issue relevant to their studies.
Community Engagement: Connecting academic learning with service to foster empathy and social awareness, and create a positive impact.
University and Business Connections
IB CP students have the opportunity, through dual enrollment with universities, to earn university credits and gain advanced academic experience while still in high school. Partnerships with businesses also provide hands-on learning experiences, allowing students to develop practical, real-world skills. Each IB CP-certified school customizes its version of the CP to reflect the unique needs, backgrounds, and contexts of its students.
At KIS International School Bangkok, students can pursue their passion in Information Technology, Sports, Arts, and more through Career-related studies providers such as Arizona State University, SCAD and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
The coursework incorporates practical, hands-on activities such as work experience, industry visits, talks by industry professionals, and internships.
The IB CP is as rigorous as the IB DP as it can involve more independent study and a higher level of self-discipline and organization than the IB DP.
Students in the CP develop skills for university and beyond
- Linguistic proficiency
- Critical thinking skills
- Maturity and responsibility
- Time management skills
- Strong work ethic
- Social and communication skills
A research study on CP alumni found that 75% of students felt well-prepared for higher education and 83% reported that they were coping well in their university studies.*
Hear from KIS International School Bangkok IB CP Students
“IB CP is ideal for individuals with a clear career path in mind, the IB CP offers me the skills and knowledge earlier on, making my future look brighter. Overall, the IB CP offers an excellent approach that aligns more closely with my interests and goals.”
– Nano, KIS Bangkok IB CP Student
“IB CP has made me independent and taught me how to face my difficulties onwards, IB CP has also made me grow in my skills of creating and visualizing. IB CP really pushes me to be a university-level student.”
– Win, KIS Bangkok IB CP Student
