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[UEH 50 Global Partners] Promoting academic collaboration and educational innovation between City St George’s, University of London and UEH
20 Apr, 2026
On April 16, 2026, the UEH College of Business (COB) hosted a working session with a delegation from City St George’s, University of London, United Kingdom. The event was an important activity within the framework of the “UEH 50 Years - 50 Partners in 5 Continents” program, aiming to actualize signed cooperation agreements while strengthening international collaboration, promoting the development of training programs, research, and educational innovation, in celebration of UEH’s 50th anniversary.
Attending the program on behalf of UEH were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Phong Nguyen – Rector of the UEH College of Business; Dr. Le Thi Hanh An – Deputy Head of the Department of Communications and Partnerships; Dr. Nguyen Tan Trung – Head of COB Office; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Hai Yen – Dean of School of Banking; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Chung Thuy – Vice Dean of the School of Banking; Dr. Nguyen Hoang Le – Director of the Institute for Human Resource and Business Development; Dr. Nguyen Phuoc Bao An – Dean of the School of Accounting; Dr. Phan Thi Bao Quyen – Vice Dean of the School of Accounting; Dr. Diep Quoc Bao – Vice Dean of the School of Management; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Thi Phuong Vy – Vice Dean of the School of Finance; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ngo Minh Vu – Director of the undergraduate Securities Market Program; and Dr. Truong Nu To Giang – Lecturer from the School of Management.
Representing City St George’s, University of London were Prof. Sionade Robinson – Vice-President for Business, Engagement and Employability; Prof. Raffaella Cuccia – Director of International Student Recruitment and Development; Prof. Matt Bungay – Head of the City Apprenticeship Hub; Prof. Ilona New – Quality Assurance Manager for Apprenticeship Programs; and Ms. Elaine Gao – Global Engagement Manager for Partnerships and Transnational Education (TNE).
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Overview of the working session between the two institutions
In his opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Phong Nguyen, Rector of the UEH College of Business, emphasized that strengthening the partnership between the two universities would contribute to the development of a long-term strategic cooperation relationship, while also bringing practical value to learners through high-quality joint training programs in the near future.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Phong Nguyen – Rector, UEH College of Business delivering the opening remarks
At the same time, Prof. Sionade Robinson expressed expectations for an effective partnership between the two sides, focusing on the development of international study pathways, joint research, and initiatives related to sustainable development.
Prof. Sionade Robinson – Vice President for Enterprise, Engagement and Employability delivered her remarks.
Following the remarks from both sides, Dr. Le Thi Hanh An gave an overview of UEH, the UEH Sustainability Model, and the orientation toward integrating technology into training programs.
Dr. Le Thi Hanh An – Deputy Head, Department of the Department of Communications and Partnerships presented the UEH Sustainability Model.
During the program, both sides engaged in in-depth discussions on cooperation opportunities in training and research. Key topics included the development of joint programs (2+2, 2+1, 1+1), short-term student and faculty exchange programs, as well as the formation of joint research groups in the fields of sustainable development, green finance, and digital transformation. Co-supervision of doctoral students, inviting international lecturers, and developing case studies for teaching were also discussed and welcomed by both sides.
A key highlight of the session was the discussion on the AI Leadership program - a short-term training model oriented toward practical application, combining academic learning with business experience. In the professional discussion, Prof. Matt Bungay and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ngo Minh Vu discussed in detail the program’s design, including course structure, learning outcomes, assessment methods, and the possibility of integration between the two education systems. Both sides also emphasized the importance of building a flexible program aligned with business needs and ensuring international standards in both content and certification.
Prof. Matt Bungay – Head of the City Apprenticeships Hub shared his perspectives
During the discussion session, both parties shared open perspectives on future collaboration, focusing on key areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), green finance, and sustainability development programs. They also explored opportunities to expand academic activities through dual-degree programs, strengthen research collaboration, and enhance student and faculty mobility. These discussions reflected strong alignment in strategic direction and opened up promising avenues for practical and long-term cooperation.
Dr. Nguyen Hoang Le also shared insights on short-term training collaboration with the delegation from City St George’s
Prof. Ilona New introduced the Pilot – 6-Day Intensive Model in teaching
In addition, both sides discussed quality assurance in education, learner-centered program development, enhancement of professional skills, and expansion of short-term training models and micro-credentials aligned with industry needs.
Regarding articulation pathways, both institutions recognized a high level of compatibility in the fields of Finance–Banking and Management, creating favorable conditions for future collaboration. City St George’s also proposed to support UEH in academic advising, admissions, and student support for studying in the United Kingdom.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Chung Thuy shared her insights
A highlight of the event was the UEH Flag Journey ceremony – a symbolic representation of UEH’s 50-year journey and its spirit of global connectivity with international partners. This ceremony reaffirmed both institutions’ commitment to co-creating sustainable knowledge and long-term value.
Representatives of UEH College of Business conducted the flag handover ceremony together with representatives of City St George’s, University of London
Through this working session, UEH College of Business continues to affirm its internationalization strategy and commitment to expanding partnerships with prestigious global institutions. The visit from City St George’s not only strengthens UEH’s international network but also demonstrates its strong internationalization vision, providing learners with access to world-class academic and research opportunities.
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