UEH launchesMaster Program of International Qualification Integrated Accounting (ACCA Strategic Professional Level, marking a new milestone in strategic cooperation with ACCA

17 Sep, 2026

The Launching Ceremony of the Master Program of International Qualification Integrated Accounting (ACCA Strategic Professional Level) took place as UEH celebrates its 50th anniversary of establishment and development, while also marking a new milestone in the nearly 15-year partnership between UEH and ACCA. Building on the cooperation established in 2011, the two organizations have progressively expanded their collaboration in education and training, faculty capacity development, professional activities, sustainable development, and professional community engagement. ACCA also recognizes its partnership with UEH as an important part of its development journey in Vietnam.

Connecting Academic Depth with International Professional Competency Standards

Attending the ceremony on behalf of UEH were Assoc. Prof. Bui Quang Hung - UEH President; Dr. Tran Anh Hoa - Vice Rector of UEH College of Business; Assoc. Prof. Pham Khanh Nam - Head of the Department of Research, Development and Global Engagement; Dr. Nguyen Tan Trung - Head of COB Office; Dr. Nguyen Phuoc Bao An - Dean of School of Accounting; Dr. Phan Thi Bao Quyen - Vice Dean of School of Accounting; and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Quang Huy - Director of Accounting Graduate Program.

Representing ACCA were Ms. Helen Brand - OBE, Chief Executive of ACCA Global; Mr. Ren Varma - Head of ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia; Ms. Khuat Thi Lien Huong - Education Relationships Lead, ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia; and Ms. Dang Thi Thanh Hang - Business Relationships Manager - Education, ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia.

The ceremony was also attended by Mr. Josh Warland - First Secretary for Technology in Southeast Asia, and Head of Investment, Vietnam, British Consulate General HCMC; Ms. Ho Thi Kim Phuong - Trade Manager for Education and Training, British Consulate General HCMC; and Ms. Ngo Thi Thuy Hoa - Director Audit and Assurance of EY Vietnam.

In his opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Bui Quang Hung - President of UEH, highlighted the significance of the partnership between UEH and ACCA in connecting higher education with international professional standards, thereby contributing to the development of a workforce capable of meeting the increasingly high demands of the labor market. He emphasized: “The program launched today is a specific training program, but its significance goes beyond that. It demonstrates how universities and professional organizations can work together to connect global standards with practical needs, academic quality with professional competencies, and transform the values of education into tangible impact.”

Assoc. Prof. Bui Quang Hung - UEH President, delivering his remarks at the ceremony

Continuing the program, Ms. Helen Brand OBE, Chief Executive of ACCA Global, shared the strategic direction for cooperation between the two organizations and ACCA’s commitment to working alongside UEH in advancing professional education, particularly in the fields of accounting and finance.

Ms. Helen Brand - OBE, Chief Executive of ACCA Global, delivering her remarks at the ceremony

Representing the British Consulate-General Ho Chi Minh City, Mr. Josh Warland congratulated UEH and ACCA on the launch of the program and highlighted the role of educational cooperation initiatives in strengthening connections between Vietnam and the United Kingdom.

Mr. Josh Warland, First Secretary for Technology in Southeast Asia, and Head of Investment, Vietnam, British Consulate General HCMC, delivering his congratulatory remarks

Bridging Academic Depth with International Professional Competency Standards

Digital transformation, artificial intelligence, sustainable development, and global integration are rapidly reshaping the roles of accounting and finance professionals. Beyond technical expertise, the labor market increasingly demands professionals who can think strategically, exercise professional judgment, leverage technology and data, manage risks, and create value for organizations and society.

In this context, UEH is committed to designing educational programs that not only prepare learners to meet current workplace requirements but also develop the capabilities they need to adapt to and lead in a continuously evolving professional landscape.

The program launched on this occasion represents a concrete step in this direction. By combining UEH’s postgraduate education foundation with ACCA’s internationally recognized professional competency framework, the program provides learners with opportunities to develop academic depth, professional competencies, strategic thinking, and the ability to apply knowledge in practice.

This message also reflects UEH’s development orientation as it embarks on its next chapter following 50 years of development: continuing to innovate education, strengthening international integration, and developing collaborative models that create substantive value for learners and society.

Launching Ceremony of Master Program of International Qualification Integrated Accounting (ACCA Strategic Professional Level)

One of the key highlights of the event was the Signing Ceremony of the Licence of Copyright between ACCA and UEH. The signing ceremony further reaffirmed the two organizations’ long-term commitment to integrating academic knowledge with international professional standards, creating opportunities for learners to develop both professional expertise and management foundations at the postgraduate level.

Signing Ceremony of the Licence of Copyright between ACCA and UEH

Following the signing ceremony was the official Launching Ceremony of Master Program of International Qualification Integrated Accounting (ACCA Strategic Professional Level). With the participation of UEH leaders and ACCA representatives, the ceremonial touch to launch the program officially marked a new milestone in accounting and finance education at UEH.

This is the first Master’s program in Vietnam to integrate ACCA, aiming to connect postgraduate academic foundations with the internationally recognized ACCA professional qualification system. The program is expected to equip learners with in-depth knowledge of strategic accounting, finance, and corporate management, while enhancing their ability to adapt to professional environments in Vietnam and internationally.

Towards a Collaborative Ecosystem for Long-Term Value Creation

The partnership between UEH and ACCA was established in 2011 and has since developed through a wide range of activities in education and training, faculty development, professional expertise, sustainable development, and business engagement.

Looking ahead, UEH and ACCA aim to further expand their cooperation in education and training, faculty capacity development, research, sustainable development, and engagement with the business community.

Building on nearly 15 years of partnership, the two organizations seek to foster an ecosystem in which universities, international professional organizations, and businesses can leverage their respective strengths to develop accounting and finance professionals with strong expertise, strategic thinking, adaptability, and the capacity for international integration.

Representatives of UEH and ACCA exchanging commemorative gifts

The launch of the Master Program of International Qualification Integrated Accounting (ACCA Strategic Professional Level) therefore not only provides learners with a new study option but also marks the next stage in the UEH–ACCA partnership. Both sides are committed to connecting global standards with the needs of Vietnam, academic depth with professional competencies, and international cooperation with tangible value for learners and society.

Recognizing Outstanding Students of the ACCA Bound Program

As part of the program, UEH and ACCA recognized outstanding students from the ACCA Bound Program. These students, from Cohort 49 of the Accounting integrated with ACCA Qualification program, have successfully completed the ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business.

The three students recognized at the ceremony were Hoang Mai Anh, Nguyen Thi Van Khanh, and Le Thi Thuc Quyen. This recognition celebrates their academic efforts and achievements throughout their participation in the integrated training program jointly offered by UEH and ACCA.

Recognizing Outstanding Students of the ACCA Bound Program

These achievements also represent tangible outcomes of the educational partnership between UEH and ACCA, providing a foundation for learners to continue pursuing advanced academic development at the Master’s level.

Career Conversation - From ACCA to a Master’s Degree

Following the main ceremonies, the Career Conversation “From ACCA to a Master’s Degree” provided an opportunity for direct discussions among representatives from UEH, ACCA, and the business community on the program and career development pathways in accounting and finance.

The session featured Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Quang Huy, Director of the Accounting Master’s Program, UEH; Ms. Dang Thi Thanh Hang, Business Relationships Manager - Education, ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia; and Ms. Ngo Thi Thuy Hoa, FCCA, Director of Audit at Ernst & Young Vietnam Co., Ltd.

Highlights from the Career Conversation - From ACCA to a Master’s Degree

During the talk, the speakers focused on the distinctive features of the Master Program of International Qualification Integrated Accounting (ACCA Strategic Professional Level), admission requirements, the value of combining a Master’s degree with an internationally recognized professional qualification, and the competencies expected of accounting and finance professionals in today’s professional environment.

From the perspectives of the university, professional organization, and business community, the speakers also shared their experiences of studying and working, discussed how to balance the Master’s program with the ACCA Strategic Professional subjects, and explored emerging trends shaping the accounting and finance sectors, including ESG and AI.

The professional talk officially concluded the program in an open and engaging atmosphere, providing students and learners with an opportunity to interact directly with experts and representatives from UEH, ACCA, and the business community about the program and the practical requirements of the profession.