On the morning of August 3, 2025, more than 3,400 Cohort 66 students from the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs officially departed to attend the National Defense and Security Education course at the Center for National Defense and Security Education, Hanoi Pedagogical University 2.

An overview of the ceremony

Representing the Center for National Defense and Security Education, Hanoi Pedagogical University 2, at the ceremony was Colonel Dr. Ha Manh Hung, Deputy Director of the Center. Representing National Economics University (NEU) were Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs; MSc. Do Xuan Dung, Head of the Department of Inspection and Legal Affairs; Dr. Le Anh Duc, Head of the Department of Academic Affairs; Dr. Pham Xuan Lam, Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology, College of Technology; Dr. Tran Phuoc Huy, Chief of Office of the School of Banking and Finance; and MSc. Do Thu Ha, Deputy Head in charge of the Department of Finance and Accounting. Also attending were representatives of the leadership of colleges and administrative departments of both institutions, faculty members, and students in the advanced, high-quality, Business Analytics and POHE programs.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, speaks at the ceremony

Speaking on behalf of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean, expressed his hope that Cohort 66 students would make the most of this experience to develop themselves and foster discipline, solidarity and responsibility, living up to the image of NEU students as dynamic, resilient and responsible toward the community.

Colonel Dr. Ha Manh Hung, Deputy Director of the Center for National Defense and Security Education, Hanoi Pedagogical University 2, speaks at the ceremony

Speaking at the ceremony, Colonel Dr. Ha Manh Hung, Deputy Director of the Center for National Defense and Security Education, Hanoi Pedagogical University 2, affirmed that the course not only provides basic knowledge and skills in national defense and security but also fosters discipline, teamwork and civic awareness among students in the new context. “We are always ready to support you throughout the course, ensuring a serious, safe and effective learning environment.”

Nguyen Minh Thu, a student in the Cohort 66 high-quality Business Administration class, speaks on behalf of more than 3,400 Cohort 66 students from the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs

On behalf of more than 3,400 AEP Cohort 66 students, Nguyen Minh Thu, a student in the high-quality Business Administration class, expressed her excitement and determination to successfully complete the course: “We see this as an opportunity to strengthen our resolve, overcome challenges and become more mature. We will do our utmost to live up to the expectations of our teachers and the University.”

The National Defense and Security Education course is an important part of the academic program for university students and is organized in accordance with regulations of the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET). During their time at the Center, students will participate in theoretical and practical sessions on military affairs, national defense and security, life skills and teamwork.

This is also an opportunity for AEP Cohort 66 students to gain initial experience in a highly disciplined training environment, helping them build a strong foundation of mental resilience and civic awareness before beginning their specialized studies.

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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