VNU University of Economics and Business (UEB) has announced five new specializations within its Development  Economic program, all designed to international standards, offering students exceptional learning and development opportunities starting in 2025.

The announcement has drawn significant interest from economic conglomerates, businesses, international organizations, as well as parents and prospective students.

A Distinctive Program for Exceptional Opportunities

In 2025, VNU University of Economics and Business will enroll students in five specializations within the Development Economics program: Investment and Development Economics; Service and Tourism Economics; Resource, Environmental, and Real Estate Economics; Economic and Policy Data Analysis; and Economic Information Systems and Data Science.

The specializations are built upon cutting-edge curricula benchmarked against leading universities worldwide. This ensures students gain a solid foundation of knowledge, well-equipped to meet the demands of both domestic and international labor markets.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen An Thinh, Head of the Faculty of Development Economics, highlighted six key features of the program:

- International Standards: The curriculum references the Bachelor of Economics and International Development program at the University of Sussex (UK), a world-renowned institution for development studies.

- Bilingual Training: Approximately 30% of the course credits are taught in English, enabling students to develop their language skills and integrate globally.

- Emphasis on Research: Students are encouraged to participate in research and prioritize publishing their findings in English.

- Practical Skills Focus: Increased emphasis on data analysis, artificial intelligence (AI) applications, and programming in economics and business.

- Extensive Internship Opportunities: Students participate in observation internships from their first year and specialized internships in their third year, both domestically and abroad, through international collaborations with universities in Thailand, Taiwan (China), South Korea, Japan, and Europe.

- Integrated Curriculum: The program integrates in-depth specialized knowledge with a broad interdisciplinary approach, incorporating courses in economics, management, entrepreneurship, international trade, and technology, providing a competitive advantage upon graduation.

Wide-Ranging Career Prospects

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen An Thinh also noted that Development Economics graduates will be qualified to work as experts, managers, and leaders in six key areas: large domestic and international economic conglomerates; international organizations and non-governmental organizations; small and medium-sized enterprises; state management agencies; research institutes and universities, both domestically and internationally; and entrepreneurial ventures.

In addition, students receive numerous scholarships from organizations both domestically and abroad, providing strong motivation and opportunities for personal development.

Outstanding Achievements of Development Economics Students

Students in the Development Economics program at VNU University of Economics and Business are highly regarded by faculty and employers for their teamwork abilities, organizational skills, and excellence in scientific research.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen An Thinh stated that Development Economics students consistently achieve top awards in various fields: consecutive first-place awards in the University of Economics' student scientific research awards; first place at the VNU level; first place in the Euréka Award in economics; first place in the VNU-Innovation Start-UP competition of Vietnam National University; the GreenSchool Vietnam project by a group of Faculty of Development Economics students reached the top teams at the Actions for Earth - Global Leaders Challenge 2021 in Singapore; and a female Development Economics student was crowned Miss University of Economics.

Statistics from the past five years show that more than 10 groups of Development Economics students have published research findings in prestigious international scientific journals indexed by WoS and SCOPUS.

With its advanced curriculum and wide-ranging career opportunities, the Development Economics program is an ideal choice for students passionate about economics, technology, international cooperation, and who aspire to build a solid career in the future. If you are looking for a dynamic learning environment, global connections, and continuous innovation, VNU University of Economics and Business is the destination for you.