KICK-OFF EVENT “NEW WORLD NEW SKILLS: INNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY” | CAREER READINESS & MENTORING 2024 WORKSHOP
October 31, 2024
On October 26, 2024, the Career Readiness & Mentoring workshop marked the start of a journey to equip and develop VinUni students with industry trends and emerging skills for their future careers.
This inspiring workshop brought together six industry leaders from various industries: VinFast, VinAI, Bosch, Deloitte, and Navigos Search. The Alumni, Industry and Development Department (AID) would like to extend our gratitude to our partners, speakers, faculty members, alumni and especially the students, who all made this event memorable.
The speakers shared their insights on emerging industry trends, the essential skills of the future, and advice for career growth. From embracing continuous learning to understanding how to leverage new technologies and sustainable practices, each speaker offered valuable perspectives through their own real-world experience, which helps students and young professionals thrive in a fast-paced working environment:
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝟭: 𝗠𝗿. 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗼 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝘀𝗺𝗲
– Title: Director of ESG, VinFast
– Key Takeaways: With over 20 years in sustainability and climate change, Mr. David emphasized that careers become “obsolete” if we stop learning and evolving. He encouraged young professionals to take charge of their own development by studying after office hours to stay competitive in a fast-paced world
– Title: Director of ESG, VinFast
– Key Takeaways: With over 20 years in sustainability and climate change, Mr. David emphasized that careers become “obsolete” if we stop learning and evolving. He encouraged young professionals to take charge of their own development by studying after office hours to stay competitive in a fast-paced world
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝟮: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗶𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗻
– Title: Head of Hanoi Office, Engineering Driver Experience, Bosch Global Software Technologies Vietnam Company Limited
– Key Takeaways: Dr. Gibson, with over 20 years of experience at Bosch, shared insights into Vietnam’s significant opportunities in the semiconductor industry. He highlighted Bosch’s Activator Scholarship program, designed to encourage young talents with pioneering ideas in technology and engineering. Dr. Gibson emphasized that the tech industry is in need of innovative solutions and encouraged students to pursue bold, transformative ideas.
– Title: Head of Hanoi Office, Engineering Driver Experience, Bosch Global Software Technologies Vietnam Company Limited
– Key Takeaways: Dr. Gibson, with over 20 years of experience at Bosch, shared insights into Vietnam’s significant opportunities in the semiconductor industry. He highlighted Bosch’s Activator Scholarship program, designed to encourage young talents with pioneering ideas in technology and engineering. Dr. Gibson emphasized that the tech industry is in need of innovative solutions and encouraged students to pursue bold, transformative ideas.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝟯: 𝗠𝗿. 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝗞𝗶𝗺 𝗖𝘂𝗼𝗻𝗴
– Title: Head of Product Strategy, VinAI
– Key Takeaways: With a background spanning 15 years at Google, Airbnb, and CoHost AI, Mr. Cuong discussed Moore’s Law and the rapid pace of technological advancement. He stressed that both technology and people must continuously evolve to avoid becoming “obsolete.” While ChatGPT and similar tools can excel at standardized tests, he emphasized that real value comes from deeply understanding the logic behind these tests to drive meaningful impact beyond just passing scores.
– Title: Head of Product Strategy, VinAI
– Key Takeaways: With a background spanning 15 years at Google, Airbnb, and CoHost AI, Mr. Cuong discussed Moore’s Law and the rapid pace of technological advancement. He stressed that both technology and people must continuously evolve to avoid becoming “obsolete.” While ChatGPT and similar tools can excel at standardized tests, he emphasized that real value comes from deeply understanding the logic behind these tests to drive meaningful impact beyond just passing scores.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝟰: 𝗠𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗿 (𝗔𝗶𝗸 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗻) 𝗟𝗲𝗲
– Title: Consulting Director, Deloitte Vietnam
– Key Takeaways: As an HR transformation specialist with over 15 years in talent management, Mr. Lee focused on sharing three critical skills: understanding how technology reshapes business, using data to justify decisions, and storytelling to convey ideas effectively. He encouraged students to continuously adapt and prepare for the changing skill demands of the future.
– Title: Consulting Director, Deloitte Vietnam
– Key Takeaways: As an HR transformation specialist with over 15 years in talent management, Mr. Lee focused on sharing three critical skills: understanding how technology reshapes business, using data to justify decisions, and storytelling to convey ideas effectively. He encouraged students to continuously adapt and prepare for the changing skill demands of the future.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝟱: 𝗠𝗿. 𝗔𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗮 𝗞𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗶
– Title: HV Battery Pack Module Group Leader, VinFast
– Key Takeaways: With expertise in electric vehicle development and high-voltage battery systems, Mr. Aditya advised students to “Learn how to do things.” He emphasized that career growth comes from a continuous learning mindset, regardless of the challenges faced at the beginning. This dedication to learning can create a sustainable work-life balance and open up meaningful career opportunities.
– Title: HV Battery Pack Module Group Leader, VinFast
– Key Takeaways: With expertise in electric vehicle development and high-voltage battery systems, Mr. Aditya advised students to “Learn how to do things.” He emphasized that career growth comes from a continuous learning mindset, regardless of the challenges faced at the beginning. This dedication to learning can create a sustainable work-life balance and open up meaningful career opportunities.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝟲: 𝗠𝘀. 𝗡𝗴𝘂𝘆𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝘆
– Title: Team Manager, Navigos Search
– Key Takeaways: With 13 years in recruitment and HR consulting, Ms. Thuy shared insights on the evolving work model, now a blend of remote and hybrid options, and the growing focus on employee well-being. She encouraged students to find mentors and never hesitate to ask for support, as mentors provide guidance for both career and personal growth.
– Title: Team Manager, Navigos Search
– Key Takeaways: With 13 years in recruitment and HR consulting, Ms. Thuy shared insights on the evolving work model, now a blend of remote and hybrid options, and the growing focus on employee well-being. She encouraged students to find mentors and never hesitate to ask for support, as mentors provide guidance for both career and personal growth.
The Career Readiness 2024 journey has only just begun! AID and VinUni promise to bring many more exciting events to help students confidently advance their careers. So don’t forget to follow the VinUni Career Success fanpage to ensure you don’t miss any upcoming activities in the Career Readiness 2024 series!
