On the morning of March 22, 2025, National Economics University (NEU), in collaboration with the University of Finance – Marketing, held the opening ceremony for the 2025 second intake of the NEU E-Learning distance education program in southern Vietnam.

A view of the ceremony

Attending the opening ceremony on behalf of NEU were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the University Council; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dam Quang Vinh, Director of the Center for Distance Education; and Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Anh, Dean of the School of Accounting and Auditing. Representing the University of Finance – Marketing was Dinh Van Hung, Deputy Head of the Department of Marketing. Also attending were faculty members involved in teaching and class management, along with 342 new learners from southern Vietnam.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, speaks at the event

On behalf of NEU’s leadership, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President, congratulated the 342 new learners from southern Vietnam on officially joining NEU’s second intake of 2025.

At the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong gave a brief overview of NEU’s establishment and development. He also shared with the learners the welcome news of the Prime Minister’s recent Decision changing NEU’s institutional status, marking an important milestone in the University’s development strategy.

The Vice President also introduced academic programs that have been evaluated and accredited by reputable accreditation organizations worldwide, such as ACBSP and FIBAA, with 100% of criteria meeting or exceeding standards. This demonstrates the University’s commitment to ensuring the quality of teaching and education in line with international standards.

Addressing the new learners, Assoc. Prof. Bui Huy Nhuong emphasized: “Learners need to promptly develop study plans for the time ahead and arrange their family and work commitments appropriately and flexibly to stay on schedule and ensure the quality of their learning.” He also affirmed that NEU would always provide the best possible learning conditions for its learners. However, to achieve strong results, learners need to take the initiative and make greater efforts throughout their studies. He also expressed his hope to meet the learners and personally present their diplomas at the upcoming graduation ceremony, marking the achievement of the sustained efforts and dedication of today’s new learners.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dam Quang Vinh, Director of the Center for Distance Education, announces the admission Decision.

New learner Bui Thuy Nhien delivers remarks and receives a congratulatory bouquet from the University’s leadership on behalf of the new learners.

Speaking at the ceremony, new learner Bui Thuy Nhien shared: “At this moment marking the start of a new journey, we are deeply moved and proud to officially become students of NEU. We are even prouder that our cohort will witness the University’s 70th anniversary, and we hope to attend the celebration.”

“In the hearts of each of us here today, NEU has always been a leading university in Vietnam for education in economics, management, business administration, and technology—a dynamic, creative, and professional environment for learning and research. Learners from earlier cohorts told us: ‘While studying at NEU, we gained access to modern knowledge and practical lessons that were highly applicable to our current work.’ We are eager to begin our studies right away and experience what we have long looked forward to.”

Thuy Nhien emphasized: “During our studies, we will inevitably encounter unfamiliar situations, moments of uncertainty, and frustrations in life and work. However, we are determined to overcome every difficulty and will strive to balance our time between study and work, as Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President, advised in his remarks. We will strive to study well, comply fully with the academic program’s regulations, demonstrate our abilities to the fullest, and affirm each individual’s worth so that we always remain worthy of being NEU students.”

Delegates and new learners attending the ceremony pose for a commemorative photo

The ceremony took place in a formal and enthusiastic atmosphere, opening a new learning journey with many opportunities and challenges. Best wishes to the new learners as they maintain their commitment to learning, continue striving, and achieve much success on the journey ahead.

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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