On the morning of October 2, 2024, National Economics University (NEU) held a graduation ceremony for 256 new bachelor’s graduates of its cohort 62 advanced programs.

A view of the ceremony

Attending the ceremony were Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU; 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 of NEU; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU; Dr. Nguyen Huu Dong, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the NEU Trade Union; and Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs. Also present were members of the Party Committee; representatives of the Trade Union and Youth Union; leaders of the University’s schools, departments, faculties and institutes; lecturers teaching in the programs; and, especially, 256 new bachelor’s graduates of the advanced programs, together with their families and friends.

Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU, delivers remarks.

Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU, said that throughout its nearly 70-year journey of establishment and development, NEU has always taken pride in pioneering innovation, developing and disseminating knowledge in economics, management and business administration; attracting and educating talented individuals; and providing high-quality human resources to serve the country’s sustainable development.

The University has made breakthrough advances by establishing three constituent schools, becoming a multidisciplinary institution spanning multiple fields, and leading the way in digital transformation and the application of technology to education and scientific research. The University has affirmed its global standing and reputation with a high position in The University Impact Ranking. It is an institution that educates leading politicians, entrepreneurs and scholars in economics, management and business administration nationwide.

According to Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, today’s graduation ceremony marked a special milestone for every student in the University’s advanced programs. They had impressively demonstrated their resilience and inner strength in completing a four-year journey of learning, acquiring knowledge and developing essential soft skills.

“With what you have achieved today, I am confident that you are ready to effectively apply the knowledge and skills you have learned to your work and lives, think independently, and turn difficulties and challenges into opportunities to establish yourselves and create positive values for yourselves and society. Whatever positions you hold, you will always work with passion and dedication, contributing to the proud tradition of one of the country’s leading educational institutions,” the President told the graduates.

Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong also noted that the graduates were entering the world of work amid considerable global uncertainty and risks ahead, but also numerous opportunities to access humanity’s remarkable achievements in the digital age. Difficulties and challenges always go hand in hand with opportunities.

“This is precisely the environment in which you can demonstrate the resilience of advanced program students—people who truly deserve to be called advanced and pioneering members of their generation,” said Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, announces the Decision recognizing the graduates.

MSc. Nguyen Hoang Ha, Head of the Department of Political Affairs and Student Management, announces the Decision on commendations and master’s scholarships for the new bachelor’s graduates.

University leaders present certificates of merit and flowers to the top graduates in each specialization.

University leaders present certificates of merit to students actively involved in Youth Union activities.

Representatives of the University’s unit leaders present master’s scholarships to the new bachelor’s graduates.

New bachelor’s graduate Le Ba Ngoc Khanh, a student in Advanced Finance class 62C, shares his reflections and presents flowers to express gratitude to his lecturers.

Speaking at the ceremony, new bachelor’s graduate Le Ba Ngoc Khanh, a student in Advanced Finance class 62C, said he felt deeply honored and proud to represent nearly 300 new bachelor’s graduates in sharing his feelings about their four-year journey at NEU.

Le Ba Ngoc Khanh shared, “We come from different regions of our country, from different backgrounds, with different dreams and aspirations, yet we have stayed together throughout our four-year journey at NEU, in our AEP home…

And today, as we officially hold our university degrees in our hands, we have received a fitting reward for our tireless efforts. The road ahead will bring many challenges, and although each of us will follow a different path, always remember that the resilience, spirit and distinctive character of NEU remain with us. Thank you, NEU and AEP, for becoming a brilliant part of my youth, and thank you to all my friends for being part of those years. May all of us reach our dreams, move forward confidently and always strive to become citizens who contribute to society. In these final words as a student of NEU, on behalf of all those graduating today, I would like to express our gratitude to all our lecturers, parents and distinguished guests, and wish you health, happiness and success. We will carry the image of NEU students far and wide, living up to the expectations of our lecturers and families and proving ourselves worthy students of the AEP Institute and NEU—Where talent shines,” Ngoc Khanh said.

Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU, presents degrees to the new bachelor’s graduates.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the University Council, presents degrees to the new bachelor’s graduates.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, presents degrees to the new bachelor’s graduates.

Dr. Nguyen Huu Dong, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the NEU Trade Union, presents degrees to the new bachelor’s graduates.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, presents degrees to the new bachelor’s graduates.

Representatives of the leadership of constituent schools, faculties and institutes present degrees to the new bachelor’s graduates.

Speaking after the ceremony, Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, said that 75% of the advanced program students graduating in this round achieved very good or excellent classifications. Despite its very high graduation requirements, the advanced program has one of the highest rates of students receiving their degrees on time.

Launched in 2006, the advanced program is a project of the Government and the Ministry of Education and Training. NEU was the first university to pilot the program, initially with the Advanced Finance program within the Finance and Banking major. NEU now offers five advanced programs: in addition to Advanced Finance, these include Advanced Accounting, Advanced International Business Administration, Advanced Financial Planning and Advanced Business Administration.

According to Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, there are four fundamental differences between advanced programs and regular academic programs.

First, advanced programs use the curriculum of a foreign partner university—in NEU’s case, California State University, Long Beach, United States. Alongside the foreign partner university’s curriculum, students still take subjects required under Vietnamese law, such as political theory, national defense education and physical education courses. Second, 100% of courses are taught in English.

Third, students use original textbooks from reputable universities worldwide, all provided free of charge. Fourth, approximately 30% of courses are taught by professors currently holding positions abroad, using textbooks and curricula similar to those of the partner university.

Advanced program students can also transfer to partner universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, the Netherlands and other countries. They can therefore receive degrees from both the partner university and NEU. Students also participate very frequently in practical activities at businesses.

All of NEU’s advanced programs are accredited by ACBSP (United States), a reputable global accreditation organization for business academic programs.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc also said that NEU’s advanced program students are highly regarded by the business community. This is why the University has continued to expand from one initial program to five programs.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc further noted that, starting with the 2025 admissions cycle, the University’s advanced programs will admit students directly from the outset under two admissions codes. Students will select the advanced programs when submitting their applications for admission review and, once admitted, will choose their preferred academic program within the relevant admissions code.

MSc. Bui Duc Dung, Head of the Department of General Affairs, hosts the ceremony.

Some photos from the ceremony:

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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