From June 30 to July 13, 2024, Foreign Trade University (FTU) hosted a group of students from ISC Paris Business School (France) for a short-term program focused on study, experience, and cultural exchange in Vietnam.

Foreign Trade University and ISC Paris Business School, France, have been close partners since 2013 and have successfully organized student exchange programs over the years.

During the welcome ceremony for the ISC students on July 1, 2024, M.Ed. Dao Thi Thu Ha, Deputy Director of International Affairs, delivered a welcome speech, warmly greeting the students. She emphasized the importance of international integration, stating that all students coming to FTU become part of the FTU family. She expressed her hope that the students would have wonderful and meaningful experiences at FTU and in Vietnam as a whole.

Throughout the two-week program, the ISC Paris students engaged in academic exchanges and cultural interactions that provided them with many valuable and interesting experiences. The program included specialized lectures on Vietnamese culture, history, law, economy, and business environment, held at both the main campus in Hanoi and the Quang Ninh campus, giving students a deeper understanding of the beautiful country of Vietnam.

Additionally, the students visited and explored the operations of Vietnamese businesses such as Tan Do Beverage Company Limited and Uniben Joint Stock Company. The ISC students also had the opportunity to participate in cultural exchange activities aimed at fostering cooperation and friendship between the two schools, as well as attending a business startup sharing session and experiencing cooking traditional Vietnamese dishes. Notably, the ISC students had the chance to visit famous landmarks such as the Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the Trang An Landscape Complex, Hoa Lu in Ninh Bình, and Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its majestic and poetic beauty.

This trip was not only an opportunity to gain knowledge but also helped the ISC Paris students gain a deeper understanding of Vietnamese culture and people. The enthusiastic support from FTU students, staff, and faculty, as well as the businesses involved in the program, contributed to the success of the study and exchange trip. With the rich and meaningful experiences gained, this trip will undoubtedly serve as a valuable asset, helping the exchange students gain further insights into the culture, business, and life in Vietnam.