University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City

UEH Promotes Mental Health Initiatives to Foster Engagement Among Staff and Faculty

01 Dec 2023

Throughout nearly 50 years of development, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has continuously prioritized mental wellness initiatives for its faculty, staff, and employees. These efforts create a dynamic, supportive environment that fosters professional growth and strengthens bonds within the community. Here are some of the standout activities from 2023.

Promoting Learner Autonomy in English Language Learning (Part 2)

29 Nov 2023

The idea of student autonomy has gained significant traction in the modern era with the introduction of eLearning on LMS, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic when educational institutions must switch to online learning. The development of learner autonomy strategies would be beneficial in an EFL environment like Vietnam where students depend heavily on teachers.

Promoting Learner Autonomy in English Language Learning (Part 1)

24 Nov 2023

Climate risk is financial risk: Coping capacities and financial development

23 Nov 2023

According to the report of The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in 2023, there are approximately 3.3 to 3.6 billion people suffering from severe threats of climate changes’ consequences (such as storms, heatwaves, earthquakes). From financial perspectives, there have been lively discussion and broad agreement indicating that climate risk is closely associated with financial risk. This article aims to explore whether climate risks matter for the development of financial systems using a global sample of 130 countries worldwide. To fulfill this objective, the authors employ a new database which covers various facets of financial development. Notably, this article shows the heterogeneity in the effects of the capability to cope with natural hazards on the development of financial systems.

Harnessing Solar Power: UEH's Commitment to Sustainable Energy

20 Nov 2023

The University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has invested in solar power stations on its N, A, and B campuses from 2022. It makes a substantial commitment of the university to renewable energy and sustainable campus operations. These solar power stations are part of UEH's broader sustainability strategy, providing clean, renewable energy that significantly reduces the university's carbon footprint while also contributing to cost savings on energy expenses.

Toxic Waste Management towards Sustainable Development: Perspectives from Business party

02 Nov 2023

When the problem of environmental pollution is alarming on a global scale, effective toxic waste management is very important for sustainable development. However, the relationship between hazardous waste management and corporate performance and its impact on various aspects of sustainable development remains unclear. From that situation, the author from Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) conducted research to explore the perceptions of hazardous waste management and its impact on Vietnamese industry practices.