On September 15, 2026, the National Economics University will host a Program to Meet International Partners on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the development of Advanced, High-Quality, POHE, and Business Analytics programs, with the theme “20 Years of Partnership – Advancing Global Education Together.” The program serves as an opportunity to reflect on two decades of collaboration and integration, while also setting new directions in training, research, and international academic connections.

Program Overview

Attending the program, external delegates include: Ms. Helen Brand OBE – Global Chief Executive of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – ACCA Global.

Representing the National Economics University: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – University Director; Dr. Vu Van Ngoc – Director of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality, and POHE Training; along with representatives of the leadership from Schools, Departments, Faculties, Institutes, Centers; staff, lecturers, and students of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality, and POHE Training.

The twenty-year development of the Advanced, High-Quality, POHE, and Business Analytics programs has been a journey during which the National Economics University has gradually expanded international collaboration, approached advanced training standards, and created additional learning and career development opportunities for students. Throughout this journey, universities, professional organizations, professors, and international experts have not only been collaborative partners but have also become companions with the University in the process of innovation and enhancing the quality of education.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Director of the National Economics University delivers a speech

In his speech at the program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Director of the National Economics University emphasized that internationalization in education is not merely about program exchange or the transfer of teaching technology. More importantly, it is a commitment to jointly elevate standards, broaden perspectives, and prepare students with the capacity to think, work, and lead in a global environment.

Since the implementation of the Advanced programs in 2006, internationalization has increasingly become a significant driving force in the development of the National Economics University. For the University, internationalization is not merely about exchanging academic programs or transferring teaching technology, but also a commitment to jointly elevate academic standards, broaden perspectives, and prepare students with the capacity to learn, work, and lead in a global environment.

Over the years, the National Economics University has established collaborative relationships with many educational institutions worldwide such as California State University, Long Beach and San Bernardino; Macquarie University; Griffith University; Saxion University of Applied Sciences; University of Waikato; University of East Anglia, and many other universities, thereby gradually integrating international academic standards into the University’s educational environment.

Parallel to university collaboration is the connection with international professional organizations such as ACCA, CFA Institute, and ANZIIF. The integration of widely recognized professional certifications into certain academic programs has contributed to strengthening the link between academic knowledge and professional standards, while also enhancing students’ readiness to meet the demands of the international labor market.

According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, building on the established foundation, the National Economics University aims to become a leading multidisciplinary university in the region by 2035, recognized for its quality education in economics, business, and management, while deeply integrating into the global higher education community.

To realize this vision, the University focuses on three orientations. Firstly, it continues to enhance quality and promote international accreditation of academic programs, while expanding collaboration with ACCA, CFA Institute, and ANZIIF into new fields. Additionally, NEU will expand its network of partner universities to increase opportunities for student and faculty exchange, joint research, and the development of dual-degree programs; simultaneously investing in digital transformation and innovative teaching methods to equip learners with the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing world.

In the development orientation of education, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho believes that the quality of education is not only reflected in scale but more importantly in depth, with the goal of training learners with solid expertise, critical thinking, ethical foundations, intercultural competence, and leadership qualities. Therefore, partnerships with international universities and professional organizations continue to play an important role in facilitating students’ access to international environments and pursuing widely recognized academic and professional standards.

In the next phase, the National Economics University will continue to strengthen its Advanced and High-Quality Programs; deepen relationships with professional organizations; attract and develop an outstanding faculty team both domestically and internationally; and create an academic environment where capable students are challenged, supported, and inspired to maximize their potential. This is also how the University continues its 70-year legacy of development and contributes to the development of high-quality human resources for Vietnam in the coming decades.

Ms. Helen Brand OBE – Global Chief Executive of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) speaks

This spirit of collaboration is further reflected in the discussions at the program, where partners and those directly involved in the programs reflect on the milestones of the 20-year journey and explore development directions for the future. Ms. Helen Brand OBE – Global Chief Executive of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) shared about the partnership between NEU and ACCA, the achievements, career opportunities for learners, and future collaboration prospects. Dr. Vu Van Ngoc – Director of the Institute of Advanced Education, High-Quality and POHE, reflected on 20 years of pioneering international integration and development orientation in the AI era. Together with Mr. Siep Littooij – Co-Director of the POHE Project from 2010–2015, Saxion University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands), they shared about the collaborative spaces formed during the implementation of the POHE program.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc – Director of the Institute of Advanced Education, High-Quality and POHE speaks

Mr. Siep Littooij – Co-Director of the POHE Project from 2010–2015, Saxion University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands) speaks

The discussions at the program further clarified the role of collaboration between higher education institutions and international universities, professional organizations, and experts in bringing global standards closer to learners. This also serves as a foundation to expand new opportunities in education, student and faculty exchange, academic research, and other forms of academic collaboration in the coming period.

University leaders present commemorative plaques and express gratitude to partners

On this occasion, the National Economics University presented commemorative plaques to express gratitude to international partners, professors, and experts who have accompanied and contributed to the development of the programs over the years. This activity not only acknowledges the contributions to each academic program but also reflects the appreciation for the relationships that have been built and nurtured throughout the 20-year journey.

The delegates attending the program take a commemorative photo

Two decades mark a milestone to reflect on the achievements that have been built, while also opening a new chapter of collaboration. Based on the foundation of trust and the strong relationships nurtured over many years, the National Economics University, along with international partners, aims to continue expanding the space for collaboration in training, academic exchange, and academic research, jointly creating new values for learners and contributing to the internationalization of higher education.

Scene at the meeting

Previously, at the meeting and working session with the Global Chief Executive of ACCA, the Economics Language Center, National Economics University (ELF) was awarded the commemorative plaque “In Recognition of Outstanding Contribution to Student Success in Vietnam 2026” by ACCA, acknowledging the significant contributions in supporting students to access ACCA exams and international professional standards. The commemorative plaque was personally awarded by Ms. Helen Brand OBE – Global Chief Executive of ACCA, further marking the collaborative relationship between the National Economics University and ACCA in expanding learning opportunities, certification exams, and professional development according to international standards for students.

Ms. Helen Brand OBE – Global Chief Executive of ACCA awards the commemorative plaque “In Recognition of Outstanding Contribution to Student Success in Vietnam 2026”

The delegates attending the meeting take a commemorative photo

Some images within the framework of the program:

Article and photos: Communications Department