On January 5, 2025, the admissions information event IBD Open Day 2025 took place in the A2 Main Auditorium at National Economics University (NEU). This annual event, organized by the Institute of International Education, provides a comprehensive overview of the IBD@NEU International Bachelor’s Program, while offering information and answering questions from parents and prospective students about admissions rounds during the academic year.

The enthusiastic team of staff and advisors at IBD Open Day 2025

IBD Open Day 2025 attracted more than 400 parents and prospective students, creating a lively atmosphere in the A2 Main Auditorium. With a warm welcome from the Institute of International Education’s staff and professional advisors, the event not only provided useful information about the academic program but also gave parents and prospective students opportunities for firsthand experience through a series of distinctive activities.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Trung Thanh, Dean of the Institute of International Education, provides detailed answers to questions from parents and prospective students at the event

Opening the program, Dr. Le Thi Huong Lan, a lecturer at the Institute of International Education, gave a comprehensive and informative introduction to the academic programs currently offered and managed by the Institute: the IBD@NEU International Bachelor’s Program in partnership with universities in the United Kingdom and the United States. Recently, the Institute also signed a cooperation agreement with the University of Lincoln (United Kingdom), adding new fields of study—six majors in Finance and Economics—and marking a new step in expanding international education options at IBD. She also provided an overview and detailed information about the Spring 2025 admissions round, covering general information about the programs, partners, majors, study pathways, activities, and tuition fees.

Dr. Le Thi Huong Lan presents information about the Institute of International Education’s academic programs and the Spring 2025 admissions round

The Spring 2025 IBD Open Day featured an inspiring talk by special guest Ngo The Cong, an alumnus of IBD’s fourth cohort who currently works as a talent acquisition specialist at a major corporation in Vietnam. His story of his journey from the university classroom to an international workplace provided tremendous motivation for the prospective students attending the event. He shared valuable lessons on seizing opportunities, overcoming challenges, and building a career at one of Vietnam’s leading corporations. His talk was not only a personal success story but also clear evidence of the value of the IBD@NEU program, helping prospective students feel more confident in choosing and pursuing an international learning journey.

Ngo The Cong, an alumnus of IBD’s fourth cohort and a talent acquisition specialist, shares his inspiring journey from the university classroom to an international workplace.

Following the information session and the guest speaker’s talk, parents and prospective students actively raised numerous questions about the academic program, admissions pathways, and career opportunities. Leaders and staff of the University answered these questions directly. Their dedication and professionalism not only provided useful information but also helped parents and prospective students better understand the direction offered by the program. This affirmed IBD@NEU’s commitment to educational quality and gave attendees strong confidence in choosing an international learning journey at NEU.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vu Huy Thong, Dean of the Faculty of Marketing, answers parents’ questions about the Digital Marketing major (a partnership between NEU and Leeds Beckett University)

Advising and hands-on activities at IBD Open Day 2025 took place in a lively atmosphere across several areas of Building A2. ISME’s advisors and staff gave parents and prospective students detailed answers about majors, study pathways, and career opportunities. Meanwhile, sample classes in English, Finance & Banking, Marketing, and International Business Management gave prospective students opportunities to experience a learning environment that meets international standards and explore practical management knowledge and skills. Interactive activities, exhibitions, and games further energized the atmosphere, creating an informative and inspiring open day.

Parents and prospective students participate in advising activities and sample classes at IBD Open Day 2025.

IBD Open Day 2025 concluded as a successful admissions event featuring many meaningful activities of practical value. Parents and prospective students not only received important information about the IBD@NEU International Bachelor’s Program but also had opportunities to participate in sample classes, interact with others, and receive personalized advice. The event affirmed IBD@NEU’s commitment to providing a learning environment that meets international standards, helping prospective students discover their potential, plan their futures, and prepare to become global citizens. Surely, every attendee gained useful information and experiences, along with a clearer understanding of the learning environment at the Institute of International Education, to help them set their direction and choose a suitable program, major, and university.

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