On January 29, 2024, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dao Ngoc Tien - Vice President of Foreign Trade University chaired a reception and working session with Curtin University on the cooperation between the two universities in implementing the Bachelor of Commerce in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Visiting and working with the university, from Curtin University, there were Prof. Rob Evans - Head of the School of Business and International Law; Dr. S Zaung Nau - Program Coordinator of the Bachelor of Commerce program in Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Ms. Monica Wong - Global Partnership Consultant; and Ms. Tiffany Pham - Recruitment Director in Vietnam.

From Foreign Trade University, there were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dao Ngoc Tien - Vice President; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ho Thuy Ngoc – Dean of the Faculty of International Training; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cao Dinh Kien – Director of the Office of International Affairs; Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Dat – Vice Dean of the Faculty of International Training and the specialist in charge of the cooperation program between the two universities.

During the working session, Prof. Rob Evans expressed his pleasure to visit Foreign Trade University. Prof. Rob Evans introduced Curtin University, which is ranked 183rd in the world university rankings (according to QS ranking in 2024) and is among the top 1% of universities in the world highly regarded for its academic achievements (according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2022). Currently, besides the main campus in Perth, Australia, Curtin University also has 4 other campuses in Dubai, Malaysia, Mauritius, and Singapore. Perth, where the main campus of Curtin University is located, is a multicultural city with a diverse community from over 200 countries and serves as the gateway to the West of Australia, close to Asian countries. Thanks to the city's position, 30% of Curtin University's students are international students from countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Mongolia, and China... Prof. Rob Evans also proposed further cooperation programs such as research collaboration and faculty exchange.

In response to Prof. Rob Evans, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dao Ngoc Tien stated that the joint training programs are attracting the attention of parents and high school students due to the combination of international training and application in the Vietnamese market. Especially, the logistics and supply chain management field is highly sought after due to the current trend of globalizing the world economy, with trade between countries growing strongly. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dao Ngoc Tien also evaluated Curtin University as a suitable partner for the development strategy of the university. He also mentioned that promoting research programs is one of the university's key objectives, and he suggested that Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ho Thuy Ngoc have further discussions with Curtin University to soon implement research cooperation programs.

During this working visit, the delegation from Curtin University also had a direct meeting with lecturers and students of the Bachelor of Commerce program in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Dr. S Zaung Nau shared about the study program at Curtin University. In addition to studying, doing projects, and presenting to businesses for internships, students also have the opportunity to visit and practice at large transportation companies such as DHL. Besides, Dr. Nau also guided the lecturers and students of the program on the Curtin University's learning system and submission of assignments to prepare for the upcoming semester.

The meeting was very enjoyable and intimate, narrowing the distance between students, the school, and the partner institution, creating a friendly and effective learning environment, with students at the center in line with the educational philosophy of both schools.

On February 1, 2024, Campus II organized a conference meeting and academic exchange with the delegation from Curtin University (Australia), discussing the Bachelor of Commerce program specializing in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, enhancing and expanding cooperation in the fields of education, scientific research, and teaching between the two institutions, while also outlining future cooperation directions.

During the working session, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Xuan Minh - Director of Campus II - FTU warmly welcomed the visit of the Curtin University delegation and expressed sincere thanks to the working delegation. This is the first visit of Curtin University to Campus II since the signing of the training partnership agreement between the two institutions in the Bachelor of Commerce program specializing in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. This visit marks the beginning of a long-term cooperation journey between Campus II of the Foreign Trade University in Ho Chi Minh City and Curtin University to provide students with opportunities to access top-quality education in Australia through collaborative training programs.

During the academic exchange, both sides negotiated and reached an agreement on coordinating international training program management, including program information, academic semesters, and transfer information, providing many advantages for students. Additionally, representatives from both institutions discussed and strengthened cooperation in research and teaching, with the Curtin University delegation and Campus II leadership outlining many potential development cooperation directions in the near future.

The meeting was conducted in a joyful and friendly atmosphere, bridging the gap between students, the university, and the partner university, creating a friendly and effective learning environment with students at the center, in accordance with the educational philosophy of both universities.

On February 01, 2024, the Office of International Affairsof Foreign Trade University organized a Consultation and Information Introduction Session on the student exchange program for the first semester of the academic year 2024 - 2025 for students interested in the exchange program to study in August, September 2024.

To start the program, Ms. Dao Thi Thu Ha - Deputy Directorof the Office of International Affairs delivered a welcoming speech to the students participating in the Consultation Session. The student exchange program is an open opportunity for all students of the University. By participating in the program, students will have the opportunity to experience academic exchange in another country with reasonable costs as well as enjoy all the benefits from the study policies, visa, and the opportunity to have credits recognized during the exchange semester at Foreign Trade University. At the end of her speech, she hoped that the students could find useful information they are seeking at the Consultation Session and find their desired university.

At the Consultation and Information Introduction Session, the students of Foreign Trade University were introduced to the general process of participating in the exchange program, the requirements, conditions for student participation, and the important timelines to note for the upcoming first semester exchange program of the academic year 2024 - 2025. The students were also advised on choosing the target university based on their current profile and financial ability, as well as how to set smart preferences to increase their chances of admission.

The Consultation and Information Introduction Session also featured the presence of former exchange students - students who had just returned to study at the University from the exchange semester of the academic year 2023 - 2024 in Norway, France, Spain, South Korea, Japan, and international students currently studying on exchange at the university to provide brief and visual introductions to the destinations that the students are about to study in the upcoming first semester of the academic year 2024 - 2025. The attending students had the opportunity to get acquainted, make friends with the Foreign Trade University students and international students, interact with each other, and exchange information to learn more about culture, education, listen to interesting shares, and some points to note when studying in a foreign country.

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Information about the Student Exchange Program for Semester I of the academic year 2024 - 2025 (Fall 2024 semester)

Exchange period at partner university: From August 2024 to January 2025

+ Documents for the Consultation and Introduction Session of the Exchange Program: click here!

+ List of exchange partners: click here!         

+ Official registration period: From February 15, 2024 to February 27, 2024.

+ Registration method: Students, please follow the official website of the International Cooperation Office at https://htqt.ftu.edu.vn/ or the official FTU Exchange fanpage to receive the earliest information.

 

On January 19, 2024, the University of New Brunswick (Canada) organized a meeting with international students fromForeign Trade University to congratulate and honor the achievements of 10 students who received the 2023-2024 UNB-FTU Entrance Awards.

These 10 students excelled in achieving the highest GPA among their peers in the Bachelor of International Business program at the University of New Brunswick (Canada) this year.

The 2023-2024 UNB-FTU Entrance Awards is a prestigious scholarship awarded to students in the final two years of the Bachelor of Business Administration program at New Brunswick (Canada) who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance, social activities, and proficiency in English.

To be eligible for this scholarship, the students successfully completed 2 years of study in Vietnam, obtained a certificate of participation in extracurricular activities, and met the IELTS requirements to transfer to the University of New Brunswick in Canada.

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1. Standard Programs (13 programs)

2. Joint Programs (5 programs)

1. Standard Programs (15 programs)

2. High-Quality Programs (9 programs)

3. Advanced Programs (3 programs)

4. Career Orientation & International Development Training Programs (9 programs)

5. Joint Programs (11 programs)

1. International Business, International Business Program following the Advanced Japanese Model

2. International Business, Logistics and Supply Chain Management Program

3. International Business, Digital Business Program

4. Bachelor of Business Administration (Hospitality management)

5. Accounting, Accounting - Auditing Program oriented towards ACCA

6. Law, International Business Law Program based on professional practice model

7. Marketing, Digital Marketing (International Career Orientation)

8. Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications Program

9. International Political Economy, International Political Economy Program

10. Computer and Data Science in Economics and Business Program

1. Economics - International Business Economics

2. International Business Management

3. Banking and Finance

4. i-HONS in partnership with the University of Queensland in international business & business data analytics

1. International Business Economics

2. International Economics

3. International Business

4. International Business Management

5. International Banking and Finance

6. English Studies, Business English Major, International Business Minor

7. French Studies, Business French Major, International Business Minor

8. Chinese Studies, Business Chinese Major, International Business Minor

9. Japanese Language Department, High-Quality Program in Business Japanese

1. Program introduction

The Master of International Trade Policy and Law program with application orientation taught in English (MITPL_A) was established in 2012, inheriting from a similar program from University of Bern (Switzerland). This program offers a comprehensive blend of specialized knowledge in law and international economics with particular focus on international trade policies. It has been highly appreciated by employers for the competence in knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility at workplace. Currently, the program is recognized as a well-structured training program related to international trade policy and law and has gained trust from students, employers, and the society in general. MITPL_A program equips students with knowledge related to practical aspects of policies, economics, and legal matters of international trade, based on the foundation of international economics. The program is clearly application-oriented with a strong emphasis on the adoption of accumulated knowledge in specific relevant contexts. Moreover, the program provides students with essential skills to work independently and creatively and enables them to identify, explain and analyze specific issues in international trade from both economic and legal perspectives. Since the program is taught in English, it offers students a modern specialized language to utilize in fields related to international trade policy and law. Upon completion of this program, students are capable of working in government agencies at ministerial/industrial levels, as well as in enterprises.

2. General information about the program

3. Educational philosophy

- Education aimed at liberation, and practicality-linked;
- Nurturing integrity, accountability and creative capacity.

4. Program objectives

4.1 General objectives

The Master of International Trade Policy and Law program with application orientation (MITPL_A) aims to produce high-quality human resources with full political qualities, ethics, high sense of accountability and professional competence in the field of international trade policy and law, based on the foundation of international economics in order to assume positions as a consultant, analyst, or manager in the field of international trade policy and law within ministries, departments, businesses banks, and investment funds. The program is designed to ensure that graduates have the ability to analyze, evaluate, and solve international trade policy and law issues in a flexible, reasonable and innovative manner. Graduates will master the essential knowledge and skills needed to work independently and effectively in an entirely English-working environment. The program also provides graduates with the skills to guide and lead in group tasks or specific projects, make decisions and solve real-time problems regarding international trade policy and law and other related fields.

4.2 Specific objectives

PO1. Training experts in consulting, analyzing or managers in the application of international trade policy and law within ministries, departments, businesses, banks, and investment funds;

PO2. Equipping students with the knowledge of international trade based on the foundation of international economics, fundamental principles of law in economics and international trade (especially public international law); scientific basis for international trade policy planning; foundational knowledge to assess and forecast the development trends of international trade and investment in the context of global economic integration;

PO3. Equipping students with the knowledge to analyze, advise on planning, and apply policies and regulations of international trade law, providing methodologies and modern approaches to solve issues in international trade; analyzing and advising on disputes in the implementation of international trade policies of countries within the framework of the WTO and partner agreements, new-generation free trade agreements (FTAs);

PO4. Developing analytical, argumentative, and problem-solving skills for students in the application of international trade policy and law; leadership, presentation, and teamwork skills; proficiency in using English for specific purposes, electronic tools, and work-supporting softwares;

PO5. Equipping students with a dedicated work ethic, ethical and professional responsibility, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity to cultural, political, and institutional aspects;

PO6. Equipping students with the ability to analyze, identify issues, and propose solutions in the application and implementation of international trade policy and la based on the analysis from both legal and international economic perspectives to ensure reaching the motto Leading by differentiation;

5. Program learning outcomes

5.1. Knowledge

PLO1: Proactively applying the foundational knowledge of political science, social science, methodology, scientific perspectives, information technology, and generic knowledge in the field of international economics for life-long learning, experience-accumulating, and working;

PLO2: Applying theories of international economics and principles of international trade law in particular situations or projects;

PLO3: Assessing practical experience to apply policies and laws related to international trade within the framework of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and new generation trade agreements based on the foundation of international economics;

PLO4: Analyzing the trends in the development of international trade in the context of global economic integration;

5.2. Skill

PLO5: Having the skills to synthesize, analyze, identify, and propose solutions to complex
issues in the field of international trade policy and law based on the foundation of international economics;

PLO6: Having the skills to interpret and present solutions to specific situations arising in the implementation of international trade policy and law clearly; having the skills to make
presentation and work collaboratively in a team with critical thinking;

PLO7: Having proficient communication skills in English at a level equivalent to 4/6 or
higher according to the Vietnam Standardized Test of English Proficiency (Pursuant to Circular No.01/2014/TT-BDGÐT) and English for specific purposes in the field of international trade policy and law;

PLO8: Having advanced skills in using office information technology (Pursuant to Circular No. 03/2014/TT-BTTTT);

5.3. Autonomy and responsibility

PLO9: Having the ability to proactively plan, implement, assess, and improve the effectiveness of activities including self-directed learning, accumulating knowledge and experience to enhance professional expertise and competence in the application and enforcement of international trade policies and laws;

PLO10: Having the ability to work independently or collaboratively in the changing work environment of the global context; possessing the skills to lead, actively guide, and supervise the performance of team members to accomplish define tasks;

PLO11: Having innovative and creative thinking skills, as well as the ability to self-direct, draw professional conclusions, and defending personal viewpoints in front of a group;

PLO12: Having the resilience to overcome difficulties and challenges, take responsibility for both individual and team tasks, as well as having the sense of providing community service; demonstrating awareness of legal compliance and professional ethics.

6. Ability to learn, enhance qualifications, and career development after graduation

- Capable of enhancing knowledge to pursue further doctoral studies at domestic and international institutions specializing in advanced economics and international trade law;

- Planning international trade policy and law at research institutes and governmental agencies;

- Consulting on international trade policy and law for agencies, organizations, and businesses.

7. Curriculum

7.1 Program overview

- Number of courses: 18 courses

- Number of credits: 61 credits

- Knowledge structure:

- Thesis requirement: Apply according to the current regulations and rules of the Ministry of Education and Training and Foreign Trade University.

7.2 List of courses in the training program

PROGRAM: Master of International Trade Policy and Law (MITPL) (Research)

SLOGAN: Master knowledge, Master global

See detailed descriptions here: link!

INTRODUCTION:

Master of International Trade Policy and Law (MITPL) program is research-oriented, taught in English, and equips students with a scientific basis and in-depth academic knowledge in research and planning on international commerce and law based on the basis of international economy. Moreover, the program also provides students with necessary skills to work independently and creatively; skills to research, discover, analyze and solve problems in this field from both economic and legal perspectives. In addition, the program also provides students with a modern specialized foreign language background to study and work in related fields.

TRAINING ORGANIZATIONS:

1. Training duration: 18 months (in the evenings and/or on weekend)

2. Language: English

3. Fee: 58.000.000đ/course (adjusted annually based on the regulations of Foreign Trade University)

FORMAT - ADMISSION SUBJECT

- Format: Examination

- Subjects:

1. International Economics

2. Rate student's capacity

3. English

( Student is exempt from the English test if quailified as in the admission notification of the University)

ENTRANCE CONDITIONS

Students applying for the program must have a university degree in Law, Economics, Politics, State Management, International Relations, Business and Management majors, and Economics, Commerce, Law, Legal Education Foreign Language.

For other majors, the acceptance of the application will be decided by the Application

Review Board based on the student's university graduation transcript.

LIST OF SUBJETCS IN TRAINING PROGRAMS

- Philosophy: 4 credits

- Academic English: 4 credits

- Guide to master’s thesis writing: 1 credit

- Research Methods: 3 credits

- Managerial Economics: 3 credits

- World Trade Law: 3 credits

- International Economics: 3 credits

- Competition Policy and Law: 3 credits

- Master Thesis: 16 credits

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates can consider the following job positions:

- Experts and officials at State agencies with activities related to research, planning and implementation of policies and laws in international trade;

- Analyst, research on international trade policy in international trade organizations, consulting organizations;

- Experts on researching and solving international commercial law issues of State agencies or enterprises;

- Lecturer on international trade and policy in higher education institutions.