Closing Ceremony for the 16th Cohort of the "Regional CEO - Vietnam" (Korean CEO) Training Program

18 Dec, 2025

In the context of the ever-deepening Vietnam-South Korea economic cooperation, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) continues to affirm its role as a bridge for training and connecting the international business community. The closing ceremony for the 16th intake of the "Regional CEO - Vietnam" (Korean CEO) Training Program marked the culmination of the participants' dedicated learning journey and demonstrated UEH's commitment to developing high-quality, practice-oriented, and globally integrated human resources.

For many years, South Korea has consistently been among the top countries and territories with the most foreign direct investment projects in Vietnam. Korean enterprises continue to view Vietnam as a strategic market, making significant contributions to investment, trade, services, and market expansion. Building on this foundation, the Vietnam-Korea Times and the UEH Institute of Human Resource and Business Development (HUREDIN) have collaborated to implement the "Regional CEO - Vietnam" Training Program, designed to equip Korean entrepreneurs with in-depth knowledge of Vietnam's economy, finance, policies, legal framework, culture, and business environment.

On the evening of December 16, 2025, at Hall A103, UEH solemnly held the Closing Ceremony for the 16th Cohort of the "Regional CEO - Vietnam" (Korean CEO) Training Program, recognizing the rigorous learning journey and diligent efforts of the Korean entrepreneurs living, working, and investing in Vietnam.

An overview of the Closing Ceremony

Attending the ceremony were distinguished guests, including Ms. Joo Ok Ja – Chairwoman of the Korean Association in HCMC; Mr. Whang In Ho – Chairman of the Peace and Democracy Dialogue Council of the Korean Association in HCMC; Mr. Lee Kyung Sun – Chairman of the Alumni Association for the Regional CEO - Vietnam Program; and Mr. Kim Jong Gak – Editor-in-Chief of the Vietnam-Korea Times. From UEH, attendees included Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung – UEH Interim President; Dr. Nguyen Hoang Le – Dean of the Institute of Human Resource and Business Development; along with numerous participants, their families, and guests.

Speaking at the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung congratulated the participants on successfully completing the training program. He expressed his hope that the knowledge and experience gained would continue to support Korean entrepreneurs in enhancing their understanding of Vietnam's business environment, culture, and legal system. This, in turn, will enable them to develop their production and business activities effectively, contribute to economic growth, and further strengthen the friendship between Vietnam and South Korea.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung, UEH Interim President, delivering the closing remarks

At the ceremony, representatives from partner organizations and the participants also shared their congratulations for the 16th cohort, reflecting the strong bond between UEH, partner organizations, and the Korean business community in Vietnam.

Mr. Kim Jong Gak, Editor-in-Chief of the Vietnam-Korea Times, speaking at the event

Mr. Lee Kyung Sun delivering his congratulatory remarks

Mr. Whang In Ho delivering his congratulatory remarks

Mr. Kim Kang Soo speaking on behalf of the participants

The program was delivered over two semesters, each lasting more than three months, with a comprehensive curriculum covering executive management, Vietnam's economic and legal environment, and socio-cultural aspects. It also featured thematic reports and practical insights from senior experts and managers from both Vietnam and South Korea. To date, the program has successfully trained over 400 Korean entrepreneurs across 16 cohorts, providing effective support for their sustainable investment and business activities in Vietnam.

Certificates of completion being awarded to the participants of the 16th cohort

Through international training programs like the "Regional CEO - Vietnam," UEH continues to affirm its role as a prestigious training center that partners with both domestic and international business communities to promote the connection of knowledge, culture exchange, and economic cooperation. The University is constantly expanding its network of partners and linking training with practice, thereby making a tangible contribution to the development of the business community, enhancing international exchange, and spreading sustainable values to society.