Industry – Academia Roundtable Discussion with Over 50 Top Business Leaders: “Excellence to Lead”

As part of the VinUni Career Day 2025, the roundtable discussion titled “Excellence to Lead” was successfully held, attracting the participation of over 50 representatives from leading domestic and international enterprises, government agencies, as well as VinUni faculty members, alumni, and students. The event created an open and multidimensional forum for sharing and connecting ideas, concerns, and aspirations regarding the next generation of talents.

Vibrant Atmosphere at the Industry – Academia Roundtable Discussion

The event welcomed senior leaders from the Ministry of Science and Technology, UNICEF, EY, Schneider Electric, Mekong Capital, BNP Paribas, AlphaSights, ABB, LPBank, VietSuccess, Schaeffler, VinRobotics, Vinhomes, Pharmacity, and many other reputable organizations. Representing VinUni, Chairwoman Dr. Le Mai Lan, together with Provost, Vice Provosts, Deans, Program Directors, and faculty members, attended, affirming the university’s strong commitment to building a robust bridge between academia and practical industry demands.

President of the University Council, Dr. Le Mai Lan, delivered the opening speech, marking the beginning of the seminar.

The discussion focused on how to forge deeper connections between higher education and the real-world needs of the global labor market. Speakers shared insights on emerging trends in recruitment and talent development, including the shift in industries due to digital technology, the growing demand for innovation capacity, multicultural working skills, and the application of technology in daily operations.

Many profound insights were shared and discussed by representatives from organizations, businesses, and the school during the seminar session.

In addition to analyzing the broad opportunities available to the younger generation, delegates also emphasized the importance of innovating training methods, enhancing practical experience, and fostering strong collaboration between universities, businesses, and policymakers to better equip students for the international labor market.

Mr. Nguyen Vo Hung (Ministry of Science and Technology) speaking about the challenges and opportunities in developing high-quality human resources at the Roundtable 

Delegates also pointed out the major challenges in developing high-quality human resources, emphasizing that students today must not only excel in technical expertise but also possess rapid adaptability, global thinking, and a spirit of lifelong learning.

In the context of globalization and digital transformation, strengthening the linkage between universities, businesses, and policymaking bodies is seen as the key to unlocking the full potential of Vietnam’s young generation.

The feedback from participating business representatives demonstrated strong trust and high expectations toward VinUni:

Denise Chan – Vice President at AlphaSights, remarked about a VinUni alumnus:
“Minh’s Vietnamese proficiency and expertise play a pivotal role in our endeavors to tap into the Vietnamese market, facilitating the acquisition of experts, impressing clients, and expanding our accounts. Demonstrating an unwavering drive, he consistently seeks challenges outside his comfort zone and thrives internationally. His work ethic and dedication have been a major asset not just to his team but to the entire organization.”

Ezra Xie – Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at AlphaSights, shared:
“I’m thrilled about the VinUni Career Day and eagerly anticipate engaging with a diverse pool of talented students. We believe VinUni students are value-aligned with us and are excited to offer them international exposure and opportunities for significant professional development.”

Eugene Huang – The representative of Amazon ASEAN and Korea also expressed strong expectations for future collaboration: “Amazon is definitely looking forward to continued and further collaboration with VinUniversity through the strong support team from the Careers, Alumni, Industry & Development Department to hire the high caliber students who are technically strong and well-developed with the right set of soft-skills.”

Overall, the roundtable discussion opened up promising opportunities for collaboration between VinUni and strategic partners both domestically and internationally. Many leading companies in finance, technology, manufacturing, consulting, and other fields expressed a strong desire for long-term collaboration with VinUni, not only to search for and nurture talent but also to jointly build a sustainable education and career ecosystem. This, in turn, opens “golden doors” for VinUni’s outstanding students, empowering them to confidently reach out to the world and affirm their position on the international stage.