On the afternoon of November 9, 2025, National Economics University (NEU) held the graduation ceremony for Cohort 8 and the opening ceremony for Cohort 12 of the joint International Bachelor’s Program in Accounting and Finance (BIFA) between Cardiff Metropolitan University (United Kingdom) and NEU.

A view of the ceremony

Representing Cardiff Metropolitan University at the ceremony were Dr. Mukul Madahar, Vice Dean for Partnerships; Dr. Ramakanta Patra, Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance and Link Tutor for the partnership with NEU; and Dr. Ingy Shaaban, Partnerships Manager. External guests included Tran Minh Phuong, Chief Representative of TMC Singapore in Vietnam; Vu Le Huong, Head of the Hanoi Office of ICAEW Vietnam; and Le Thi My Hanh, Representative of ACCA Vietnam.

Representing NEU were Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Anh, Dean of the School of Accounting and Auditing; leadership representatives from its schools, departments, faculties, institutes, and centers; representatives of socio-political organizations; and lecturers teaching in the program. Notably, the ceremony welcomed new students of Cohort 12 and new graduates of Cohort 8 of the International Bachelor’s Program in Accounting and Finance (BIFA), along with their families and friends.

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU, delivers remarks

Speaking at the graduation and opening ceremony for the joint International Bachelor’s Program in Accounting and Finance (BIFA) between Cardiff Metropolitan University (United Kingdom) and NEU, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU, warmly welcomed the delegates, lecturers, parents, and especially the program’s new graduates and new students.

Prof. Nguyen Thanh Hieu expressed his pride in seeing the new graduates complete their studies after years of dedicated learning and personal development at NEU. Their international bachelor’s degrees not only attest to their academic journey but also mark the beginning of a new chapter, in which each student must continue learning, develop their capabilities, and prepare to integrate and compete in the global labor market.

Addressing the new cohort of BIFA students, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu welcomed them to a dynamic, creative, and globally connected university. Becoming a student in an international program presents both opportunities and challenges, requiring each individual to be proactive, confident, willing to be different, and ready to assert themselves. The Vice President expressed his hope that they would cherish their years at NEU, a place that not only imparts knowledge but also nurtures a spirit of learning, creativity, and the aspiration to excel.

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu expressed confidence that, with a solid foundation of knowledge, comprehensive skills, and an international outlook, BIFA students would become confident, dynamic, and creative global citizens, helping affirm NEU’s reputation and standing in the international education landscape.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dinh The Hung, Vice Dean of the School of Accounting and Auditing, announces the Decisions

New graduates of Cohort 8 of the joint International Bachelor’s Program in Accounting and Finance (BIFA) between Cardiff Metropolitan University (United Kingdom) and NEU

Dr. Mukul Madahar, Vice Dean for Partnerships at Cardiff Metropolitan University, delivers remarks

Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Mukul Madahar, Vice Dean for Partnerships at Cardiff Metropolitan University (United Kingdom), expressed his pride in the students of Cohort 8 for successfully completing their academic journey to become graduates of an international bachelor’s program.

Dr. Mukul Madahar shared his joy at seeing the graduates’ growing maturity and confidence, while expressing his hope that they would effectively apply the knowledge and skills they had acquired to their future work and lives. He also congratulated the new cohort of students, encouraging them to cultivate creativity and a passion for learning to achieve success in their studies and future endeavors.

Dr. Truong Dinh Duc, Deputy Head of the Department of Political Affairs and Student Management, announces the commendation Decision

For the new graduates, the past four years have been a journey marked by sustained effort as they overcame numerous difficulties and challenges in their studies, meeting academic and skills development requirements in line with the standards of an international bachelor’s program. To recognize these efforts and honor students with notable achievements in their studies and activities, NEU and Metropolitan University presented certificates of merit to graduates with outstanding achievements throughout the program.

Leaders of the University and representatives of unit leaders present certificates of merit to the new graduates

Representatives of unit leaders and partners present gifts and scholarships to new graduates and new students

New graduate Nguyen Nhu Thuy speaks on behalf of the graduates and presents flowers to thank the lecturers

The ceremonial handover of the program’s symbol from the outgoing cohort to the new students of Cohort 12

During this formal ceremony, representatives of the new graduates of Cohort 8 handed over the traditional symbol of the International Bachelor’s Program in Accounting and Finance (BIFA) to representatives of the new students of Cohort 12. This is the traditional flag of the International Bachelor’s Program in Accounting and Finance (BIFA), representing talented graduates with professional ethics, global citizenship skills, and expertise that meets international standards. Under this flag, new students are encouraged to always strive, work hard, and give their best in keeping with the proud traditions of NEU, Cardiff Metropolitan University, and the BIFA International Bachelor’s Program of the School of Accounting and Auditing.

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU, presents degrees to the new graduates

Dr. Mukul Madahar, Vice Dean for Partnerships at Cardiff Metropolitan University, presents degrees to the new graduates

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Anh, Dean of the School of Accounting and Auditing, presents degrees to the new graduates

Dr. Ramakanta Patra, Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance at Cardiff Metropolitan University, presents degrees to the new graduates

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dinh The Hung, Vice Dean of the School of Accounting and Auditing, presents degrees to the new graduates

Today is a special and deeply emotional day for the new graduates. After today, they will continue along their chosen paths, with the doors to the future open before them. It is hoped that they will embark on their lives equipped with knowledge and life experience and make substantial contributions to building the country. We also wish the new students success in developing their abilities, exploring their potential, nurturing their qualities, and acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to become global citizens.

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