On the afternoon of August 4, 2026, the National Economics University, in collaboration with the International Education Quality Accreditation Organization FIBAA, inaugurated the external evaluation session conducted online for 4 academic programs under Cluster 4. This activity continues the university’s international quality accreditation roadmap, contributing to affirming its commitment to continuously enhancing educational quality and integrating into international higher education.

Scene at the opening of the external evaluation of 4 academic programs according to FIBAA standards in 2026

Attending the opening, from the International Education Quality Accreditation Organization FIBAA, was Ms. Marie Bielke – Project Manager of Cluster 4, along with the expert delegation members. From the National Economics University, there were: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Party Secretary, Rector of the University; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong – Vice Rector; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Anh – Vice Rector; along with representatives of the leadership of various units, faculty members, students, alumni, and stakeholders participating in the evaluation process.

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

In his opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho – Party Secretary, Rector of the National Economics University warmly welcomed the FIBAA expert delegation and affirmed that quality assurance and continuous improvement are central to the university’s development strategy. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho also highly appreciated the effective collaboration between the National Economics University and FIBAA over the years, contributing to gradually aligning the university’s academic programs with international standards.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho stated that since establishing a partnership with FIBAA in 2021, the National Economics University has continuously improved its internal quality assurance system. After being recognized by FIBAA for institutional accreditation in 2024 and having 36 academic programs accredited according to FIBAA standards, in 2026, the university continues to implement accreditation for 32 academic programs. In this evaluation session, 4 academic programs under Cluster 4 are being evaluated externally in an online format with the participation of faculty members, students, alumni, employers, and stakeholders in a spirit of openness, transparency, and cooperation.

The Rector also expressed the desire to soon welcome FIBAA experts in person in Hanoi to further strengthen the collaborative relationship, while also introducing the image of the National Economics University and the hospitality of Vietnam to international partners. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho extended gratitude to FIBAA for their companionship and professionalism during the accreditation process, and wished the expert delegation an effective and successful evaluation session.

Dr. Dao Thanh Tung – Head of the International Collaboration Department provides an overview of the National Economics University

Representatives from various units provide an overview of the academic programs undergoing accreditation according to FIBAA standards

Within the framework of the external evaluation, the FIBAA expert team will work with university leadership, functional units, faculty members, students, and alumni; simultaneously examining supporting documentation, engaging in professional exchanges, and assessing the quality assurance conditions of each academic program.

The external evaluation of four academic programs within Cluster 4 continues to affirm the National Economics University’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing educational quality according to international standards, contributing to the realization of its internationalization strategy, and elevating the University’s academic reputation and standing within the regional and global higher education system.

Article and photos: Communications Department