On the morning of July 20, 2024, the School of Banking and Finance at National Economics University (NEU) held a graduation ceremony for 23 master’s students in Cohorts 8 and 9 of the International Executive Master of Business Administration Program (PGSM).

An overview of the ceremony

Representing France at the ceremony were Marine Bruder, Director of University Projects at the French Embassy in Vietnam; Dr. Alain Kruger, Director of ESG GROUP and PGSM; Dr. Aymeric Chomel, Director of Regional and External Relations at ESG GROUP and PGSM; Dr. Rosse Roussel, Director of the DBA Program at the Paris School of Management and International Business (ESGCI); and Pham Thi Thu Hang, Chief Representative of PGSM in Vietnam.

Representing NEU were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Huu Nghi, Vice Dean of the School of Banking and Finance; and representatives of the leadership of departments, faculties, schools, institutes, and centers. Also attending were the new master’s graduates from Cohorts 8 and 9, along with many family members and friends.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, delivers remarks.

On behalf of NEU, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, warmly welcomed the delegates and all the new master’s graduates attending the graduation ceremony for Cohorts 8 and 9 of the PGSM International Executive Master of Business Administration Program.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, said that since its launch in 2015, the International Executive Master of Business Administration Program jointly offered by NEU and the Paris Graduate School of Management has gradually established its reputation and quality, attracting many master’s students. With a philosophy focused on practical solutions, problem-solving skills, and business strategy development, the program equips students with the knowledge and tools to address practical production and business challenges as effectively as possible. It helps master’s students not only become the best versions of themselves but also contribute more to businesses and to life beyond work.

On behalf of the University leadership, Assoc. Prof. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, also thanked the master’s students for placing their trust in and choosing the PGSM master’s program. “Given the program’s strengths, I believe you have made a wise choice. Combined with the modern, up-to-date knowledge you have gained, this will provide a solid foundation for greater confidence as you build your careers, particularly in today’s era of Industry 4.0 technologies, AI, and global competition. I hope and trust that you will continue to succeed and achieve even greater success on the journey ahead.”

Assoc. Prof. Bui Huy Nhuong also expressed his confidence that cooperation between NEU and PGSM has considerable potential for further development in education and scientific research. He wished for their partnership to continue to grow, contributing to the development of both institutions as well as the strong diplomatic relations between Vietnam and France.

Marine Bruder, Director of University Projects at the French Embassy in Vietnam, speaks at the ceremony.

On behalf of the French Embassy in Vietnam, Marine Bruder congratulated the new master’s graduates attending the day’s graduation ceremony. She noted that, over more than five decades since the establishment of diplomatic relations and more than a decade since the relationship was elevated to a Strategic Partnership, the friendship and strong cooperation between Vietnam and France have grown increasingly close and substantive, with comprehensive, diverse, and effective cooperation across all fields, particularly education and training. Marine Bruder also emphasized that France has always considered education and training a priority in its cooperation with Vietnam, focusing primarily on French language teaching and development and undergraduate and postgraduate human resource training in various fields, including economic management, banking, finance, law, and new technologies.

Every year, France proudly welcomes more than 2,000 Vietnamese students seeking to experience French culture and the best of France and to give themselves the best opportunities for future success. We therefore offer higher education scholarships each year to help them realize their dreams and determine their career paths. Recently, the French Embassy has also worked closely with Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training and the French Ministry of Education, Training and Research to secure recognition in Vietnam for students’ MBA-ESGCI (Paris Graduate School of Management) degrees.

Addressing the new master’s graduates, Marine Bruder emphasized: “As you receive your International Executive Master of Business Administration degrees, you have every right to be proud of your achievements over the past years. The end of one journey also opens a beautiful new path. After receiving your PGSM master’s degrees awarded by the Paris Graduate School of Management, you will become alumni of France. As a representative of the French Embassy in Vietnam, I warmly welcome you to a community of more than 8,000 members who will accompany you and offer the advice you need to succeed. The French alumni community in Vietnam and UAVF will always be by your side, and I look forward to seeing you again soon at our networking events and galas. I am certain that this graduation ceremony will be followed by many promising new opportunities—opportunities for career advancement. Congratulations, and all the best for the next stage of your journey!”

Dr. Alain Kruger, Director of ESG GROUP and PGSM, speaks at the ceremony.

Also at the ceremony, Dr. Alain Kruger congratulated the new master’s graduates on successfully completing a rigorous program with distinction. Their hard work, enthusiasm, and utmost commitment had enabled them to stand there that day and officially become the International Master of Business Administration graduates of 2024. Dr. Alain Kruger reminded them that they might face challenges in their careers and that their achievements that day were only the beginning and brought with them great responsibility.

Dr. Alain Kruger also expressed his hope and confidence that, with their youthful energy, enthusiasm, and the knowledge and skills gained during two years of study at PGSM, the new master’s graduates would have the confidence to overcome every challenge, accomplish great things, and move steadily forward on the promising road ahead.

New master’s graduate Nguyen Thi Minh Huyen, class representative of Intake 9, speaks on behalf of the new master’s graduates and shares her feelings at the ceremony.

Representatives of the new master’s graduates present flowers to express their gratitude to the lecturers of both institutions.

The Paris Graduate School of Management, known in French as École supérieure de gestion de Paris – ESG and in English as Paris Graduate School of Management – PGSM , was established in 1975 and has built a substantial record of achievements over nearly 50 years of development in France. PGSM is part of Galileo Global Education, a world-leading education group and the largest in Europe, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in business, arts, culture, design, digital technology, health, medicine, and other fields.

The International Executive Master of Business Administration Program was developed through cooperation between NEU and the Paris Graduate School of Management, France. Upon completing the program, master’s students receive a prestigious master’s degree from the Paris Graduate School of Management, known as PGSM.

The International Executive Master of Business Administration Program (PGSM) is among France’s top 10 business schools and offers two specializations: Finance and Banking, and Strategic Management. Both meet international standards in their educational objectives, teaching methods, curriculum, language of instruction, lecturers, and program qualifications. To enroll in the International Executive Master of Business Administration Program (PGSM) at the School of Banking and Finance, applicants must pass three admission review rounds: application review, essay assessment, and an in-person interview. The program is taught entirely in English.

Eligibility for direct admission to the PGSM program requires graduation with a Very Good or Excellent classification from an International, Advanced, High-Quality, POHE, or equivalent program taught in English in Vietnam; graduation from one of these programs with a Good classification accompanied by an IELTS score of at least 5.5; or a bachelor’s degree with a Good classification or higher from an English-taught academic program abroad.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, and Dr. Alain Kruger, Director of ESG GROUP and PGSM, present degrees and flowers to the new master’s graduates.

Dr. Aymeric Chomel, Director of Regional and External Relations at ESG GROUP and PGSM, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Huu Nghi, Vice Dean of the School of Banking and Finance, present degrees and flowers to the new master’s graduates.

NEU and the Paris Graduate School of Management, France, are confident that, by recognizing their strengths and gaining the necessary knowledge, all students completing the program will be ready to become the managers and highly skilled workers that the Vietnamese market demands and seeks, in line with the trend toward international integration.

Some photos from the ceremony:

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