Virtual Round Table

Virtual Round Table: Unlocking Opportunities for UK Universities in Vietnam's Higher Education sector

Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 09:30 - 10:30

Attend this exclusive Virtual Round Table session to learn more about Vietnam and explore the many opportunities that await your business there.

About Vietnam:

The government has recently prioritised collaboration with international higher education institutes and clarified the guidance /criteria for those looking to set up a branch campus there.

The opportunities in the Vietnamese higher education system for British companies and universities can be broken down as follows:

Joint programmes with local universities in Vietnam;
Setting up independent campuses in Vietnam;
Recruitment of Vietnamese students to study at UK universities; and
Research collaboration and provision of training to Vietnamese companies.

The Panel:

Matt Ryland: Executive Director, BritCham Vietnam
Christopher Jeffery: Pro-Vice Chancellor
(International, Strategy and Engagement) at British University Vietnam and Board member BritCham Vietnam
TBC: Indochine Counsel
Dr. Suzanne Tomassi: Head of Transnational Education, Department for Business & Trade
TBC: British Consulate General, Ho Chi Minh City

Agenda:

09:30 - 09:40		Welcome and Introductions: BritCham Vietnam and British Consulate General Chair’s opening remarks: Matt Ryland

09:40 - 09:55		Overview of the Vietnamese Higher Education System- Opportunities and Challenges Time: 15 minutes Presenter: Suzanna Tomassi (TBC) Structure of higher education in Vietnam (universities, vocational institutes, private vs. public institutions) Academic programs and degree types (undergraduate, graduate, PhD) International collaborations and partnerships with global universities

09:55 - 10:05		Q&A

10:05 - 10:20		An example of Transnational Education British University in Vietnam-Staffordshire University Time: 15 minutes Panelists: Representatives of BUV and Staffs university What has the partnership done? What lessons can you share?

10:20 - 10:30		Q&A

10:30 - 10:45		Legal /regulatory issues for HEI collaboration and establishment in Vietnam Time: 15 minutes Panelists: Indochine Counsel; DBT Vietnam Vietnamese Government Decrees / requirements of investors CPTPP and FTA implications for HE

10:45 - 10:55		Q&A

10:55		Closing remarks

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Organised by:

The Department for International Trade

Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is the Government Department that helps UK based companies succeed in the global economy. We also help overseas companies bring their high-quality investment to the UK’s dynamic economy, acknowledged as Europe’s best place in which to succeed in global business.