On the morning of April 18, 2026, National Economics University, in collaboration with the University of Lyon 1 (Republic of France), organized the Graduation Ceremony for the 10th Cohort, the Opening Ceremony for the 11th Cohort, and introduced admissions for the 12th Cohort of the Actuary Training Program (Bachelor’s – Master’s).

Scence of the program

Attending the ceremony, from the University of Lyon 1: Prof. Dr. Esterina Masiello – Acting Director of ISFA Academy. From National Economics University: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Secretary of Party Committee; Dr. Nguyen Quang Huy – Rector of the College of Technology; Dr. Nguyen Manh The – Head of the Faculty of Economic Mathematics; along with representatives from Schools, Departments, Faculties, Institutes, Centers of NEU; lecturers, alumni, parents, and a large number of students from various cohorts of the program.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Secretary of Party Committee, National Economics University delivers a speech

In his speech at the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Party Secretary emphasized that the collaborative relationship between National Economics University and the University of Lyon 1, established in 2007, serves as an important foundation for effectively implementing the joint Bachelor’s – Master’s training program in Actuarial Science. Over nearly two decades, the program has achieved many positive results in both admissions scale and training quality, contributing to enhancing academic capabilities, expanding international study opportunities for students, and promoting research collaboration between the two educational institutions.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho congratulated the students of the 10th Cohort for completing their training phase at National Economics University and officially receiving their Bachelor’s degrees, while expressing hope that they will continue to strive and persist in pursuing their academic goals in the next phase in France.

On this occasion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho also expressed sincere gratitude for the companionship and support of the University of Lyon 1 throughout the collaboration process, and affirmed confidence that the relationship between the two universities will continue to be strengthened and developed more extensively in the future, bringing many practical values to learners and society.

Dr. Nguyen Manh The – Head of the Faculty of Economic Mathematics, National Economics University delivers a speech

Representative of the New Graduates Speaks at the Ceremony

At the ceremony, National Economics University (NEU) awarded Bachelor’s degrees to 14 students from Cohort 10 who completed their academic programs in Vietnam, acknowledging their efforts in study and training over the past period. University leaders extended congratulations and expressed hope that the new graduates will continue their efforts, complete their Master’s studies in France in the near future, thereby developing their professional skills and integrating internationally.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Secretary of NEU Party Committee and Prof. Dr. Esterina Masiello – Acting Director of ISFA Institute, University of Lyon 1, Present Degrees and Flowers to the New Graduates

Also at the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho congratulated 13 new students of Cohort 11 who officially joined the Actuary Program, emphasizing that this is an important starting point on their educational journey in an international training environment. University leaders affirmed that the program’s goal is not only to equip students with professional knowledge but also to foster global thinking, adaptability, and sustainable development skills in the context of integration. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho expressed his expectation that the new students will be proactive, strive, and effectively utilize learning and research opportunities to continuously improve themselves, ready to integrate and contribute value to society in the future.

Representative of the New Graduates Presents Flowers in Gratitude to Faculty Members and Leaders of Both Institutions

Speaking on behalf of the partner institution, Prof. Dr. Esterina Masiello – Acting Director of ISFA Institute, University of Lyon 1, expressed appreciation for the strong collaborative relationship between the two universities and highly valued the quality of education and development potential of the Actuary program. The effective cooperation between the two parties is expected to continue yielding positive outcomes in the future.

Representative of the New Students Speaks at the Program

The Actuary Bachelor’s – Master’s joint program between ISFA Institute, University of Lyon 1, and the Faculty of Mathematical Economics, National Economics University, not only contributes to enhancing the quality of human resources in the field of insurance actuarial science but also affirms NEU’s educational orientation aligned with international standards, practicality, and integration. With a sustainable partnership foundation with reputable partners, the University continues to disseminate academic values, promote innovation, and accompany learners on their journey to becoming global citizens, ready to adapt and lead in the modern economic and financial environment.

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