The University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) regards open education and lifelong learning as key directions in its strategy to develop as a Multidisciplinary and Sustainable University. Beyond offering degree programmes to its enrolled students, UEH organizes and hosts many educational events at its campuses that are open to the general public, enabling secondary school students, parents, students of other institutions, lecturers, scientists, experts, businesses and the community to access, share and exchange knowledge.
These activities are sustained under the UEH Development Strategy 2021–2030, the UEH Regulations on Organization and Operation, and the University’s community engagement, innovation and sustainable development programmes. Accordingly, UEH promotes the sharing of higher education resources through scientific conferences, public lectures, skills development workshops, career guidance events, technology experiences, cultural exchanges and arts activities.
In 2025, UEH organized and hosted educational events at its campuses that were open to the general public under two access models:
- Free events: community education programmes, book fairs, skills development workshops and experiential activities organized for participants from within and outside UEH with no attendance fee, subject to the conditions of each programme.
- Charged events: scientific conferences, international conferences and professional programmes with registration fees, as publicly announced by the organizing committees.
Offering both models meets the learning and knowledge-exchange needs of diverse public groups and demonstrates transparency about the conditions for accessing educational events at UEH.
UEH carries out community service activities linked to open education, inter-institutional collaboration and social responsibility. Programmes are held in various spaces across the UEH system, including its campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, UEH Mekong, the Smart Library, creative spaces and academic venues of its member schools.
Events are publicized through the UEH Portal, the websites of member schools, faculties, institutes and affiliated units, and the media channels of press and partners. Publishing this information allows people from outside the University to find programmes and learn about their topics, dates, venues and participation conditions.
Free events open to the general public
| Event | Participants | Activities | Results/Impact |
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UEH Book Fair 2025 (March 28–30, 2025) |
Upper secondary school students, university students, lecturers, visitors and learners from outside UEH |
UEH Book Fair 2025 was held at UEH Smart Library, combining an exhibition of digital academic resources, publisher showcases and hands-on experiences with modern learning tools. The programme welcomed secondary school students and visitors from institutions outside UEH, giving them access to knowledge resources and guidance on using online learning materials.
Visitors explore UEH’s digital collection
The ArtBook stand attracted interest from visitors within and outside UEH
The workshop “Effective Learning in the 4.0 Era” at the Mini Auditorium, 6th floor, Building B1, provided knowledge on learning methods, technology tools for language learning and experience in developing academic skills for students. |
The digital resources exhibition recorded more than 600 visits, including student groups from Ernst Thälmann High School, Nguyen Thai Binh High School and visitors from other institutions. The workshop “Effective Learning in the 4.0 Era” had nearly 150 participants. The event promoted a reading culture, digital learning skills and knowledge exchange between UEH and the wider community. Public evidence: |
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Family Connect: A 4.0 Library Adventure (July 19, 2025) |
Children aged 6–16; parents and families of UEH members; and families and children from the local community (Binh Hung Commune, Ho Chi Minh City). |
Held at UEH Smart Library, Nguyen Van Linh Campus, with smart library exploration, digital resource experiences, interactive games and knowledge challenges. The programme combined learning and play so that children and parents could experience a university library together.
Photos from the programme |
The programme attracted more than 100 participants, creating an educational experience for families beyond the University’s enrolled learners and helping children develop an early interest in reading, knowledge-seeking and digital skills. The participation of families from the local community shows that the programme reached beyond UEH students and lecturers, connecting higher education resources with children, parents and nearby residents. Public evidence: “Family Connect: A 4.0 Library Adventure” – An inspiring journey of connection, creativity and learning (July 23, 2025). |
| Ready for University – UNI ON THE GO 2025 (July 18, 2025) | Upper secondary school students, teachers and parents in the Mekong Delta |
UEH organized an experiential programme at UEH Mekong (Vinh Long) with a range of activities:
Students visit the exhibition area
Students take part in the thematic workshops |
Attracted nearly 200 students from 72 upper secondary schools in the Mekong Delta and other provinces and cities. Holding the programme in person at UEH Mekong enabled students from schools outside UEH to take part in educational activities, interact with experts and experience technology applications in a university environment. Public evidence: UEH organizes the career orientation programme “Ready for University – UNI on the go” 2025 for upper secondary school students at UEH Mekong (UEH Portal, July 20, 2025) |
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UEH Sharing & Giving – Career Fair 2025 (March 24–30, 2025) |
Businesses, partners, alumni, students of UEH and other universities, colleges and vocational schools, and upper secondary school students in Ho Chi Minh City | A job fair connecting recruiters and job seekers and presenting labour market needs, combined with career experience sharing, application skills and exchanges with experts and alumni. The programme linked career education with social responsibility and support for young people.
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Public evidence: 1. Registration opens for the UEH Sharing & Giving – Career Fair 2025 series: Connecting Communities – Spreading Knowledge – Acting Sustainably (UEH Portal, March 20, 2025) 2. Resounding success of the UEH Sharing & Giving – Career Fair 2025 series: More than VND 7.5 billion contributed to the next generation and more than 5,000 job opportunities connected (UEH Portal, March 31, 2025) |
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Admissions Counselling – Sustainable Career Guidance Programme (February 20–21, 2025) |
Students and teachers of upper secondary schools in the Mekong Delta, including Vinh Long, Soc Trang, Dong Thap and An Giang provinces |
UEH Mekong hosted 2 career guidance and admissions counselling sessions on the afternoons of February 20 and 21, 2025, helping students explore the university environment and plan their careers through: (1) tours of facilities, classrooms, the library and student spaces; (2) exchanges with lecturers and students on programmes, admission methods and scholarship policies; (3) robot competitions and smart home programming; and (4) the UEH Green Campus Game, an AI waste-sorting application and the “Trash for Gifts” programme with partner Asia Environment. The programme combined career guidance, science and technology, and sustainable development education for secondary school students.
Students attend the programme |
UEH Mekong partnered with the Vinh Long Department of Education and Training to deliver the programme “Career Guidance and Admissions Counselling 2025” at schools across Vinh Long Province, sharing key information with nearly 6,300 students from 27 upper secondary schools in Vinh Long. As part of the programme, UEH Mekong sponsored 20 scholarships of VND 500,000 each for upper secondary school students, hosted 2 counselling sessions on the afternoons of February 20 and 21, 2025, and provided facilities for 02 counselling sessions at Tran Dai Nghia High School and Vinh Xuan High School. The programme engaged 34 upper secondary schools, reaching nearly 7,500 students and teachers in the Mekong Delta. Public evidence: UEH Portal, “University Admissions 2025: The Admissions Counselling – Sustainable Career Guidance journey at UEH Mekong engaged 34 upper secondary schools, reaching nearly 7,500 students and teachers in the Mekong Delta”, March 14, 2025. |
| Workshop “Digital Transformation Project Management: Identifying Risks and Effective Solutions” (January 11, 2025) | Students, postgraduate learners, business managers, people implementing digital transformation projects and anyone interested in technology management. |
The UEH Center for Information Technology and Design (ATD) held a workshop with experts from Tinh Hoa Solutions and Fast-FAP, focusing on: (1) identifying technical, financial, human resource and organizational risks in digital transformation projects; (2) using management tools such as the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), RACI matrix, Project Charter and task assignment charts; (3) sharing experience of implementing digital transformation in businesses and public organizations; and (4) discussing practical project management cases.
Photos from the programme |
Attended by many students and business managers.
Public evidence: Recap of the workshop “Digital Transformation Project Management: Identifying Risks and Effective Solutions” (atd.ueh.edu.vn) |
| Workshop “Unlock Insight Data: From Data to Decision-Making” (March 4, 2025) | Students; business staff in sales, marketing and finance; data analysts; and people outside UEH interested in data analysis skills. |
ATD UEH held a hands-on data analysis workshop led by expert Nguyễn Minh Tùng, covering: (1) methods for mining business and customer data; (2) identifying insights from real data; (3) role-playing as a data analyst, reading and interpreting results; and (4) developing analytical thinking, problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.
Photos from the workshop |
The programme helped participants better understand the value of data in business, how to find insights and how to turn numbers into a basis for decision-making. Through hands-on data analysis and expert sharing, the workshop helped develop analytical thinking, problem-solving skills and the ability to apply data to real-world situations. Public evidence: Unlock Insight Data: From Data to Decision-Making (UEH Portal, March 4, 2025) |
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Thinkathon Greenovation 2025 – UEH Mekong (July 9–16, 2025) |
Students of UEH and partner universities nationwide. |
Part of UEH Mekong Summer Camp 2025 for students of UEH and partner universities nationwide, the programme covered Design Thinking 101, Ideation & Value Creation and Problem Exploration, followed by a final round developing ideas to address social and environmental problems.
Thinkathon Greenovation gives domestic and international students a space to propose innovative solutions to the challenges facing the Mekong region and its communities |
The competition attracted nearly 60 students with impressive start-up ideas. In the final round, the 09 best teams presented and answered questions from the judging panel. Public evidence: Start-up idea competition “Thinkathon Greenovation 2025” at UEH Mekong: For a greener and more sustainable Mekong Delta (UEH Portal, July 18, 2025). |
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HUREDIN Career Talk 8 – Exploring Internal Audit Careers with Gen Z (March 12, 2025) |
Students from UEH and other institutions interested in internal audit careers. |
The UEH Institute for Human Resource and Business Development held a workshop for UEH students, students of other institutions and young people interested in internal audit. Topics included the role of internal audit in businesses, professional and soft skills, professional certifications and career pathways.
Photos from the programme |
Attracted more than 300 participants and offered practical insights into the audit profession for Gen Z. Public evidence: Career development at the workshop exploring internal audit careers with Gen Z (UEH Portal, March 20, 2025) |
| LKYGBPC Roadshow 2025 – A journey of connecting, learning and inspiring the start-up community (March 8, 2025) | Students, young founders, start-ups, technology experts, researchers and individuals and organizations in the innovation ecosystem within and outside UEH |
The UEH Institute of Innovation and the UEH Institute of Smart City and Management, together with the Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship of Singapore Management University (SMU) and the Business Startup Support Centre (BSSC), held the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition Roadshow 2025 (LKYGBPC Roadshow 2025). The programme helped start-ups better understand the entrepreneurial journey, technology commercialization and fundraising strategies, and offered opportunities to connect with influential individuals and organizations in the innovation ecosystem.
A panel discussion at the programme |
Public evidence: LKYGBPC Roadshow 2025 – A journey of connecting, learning & inspiring the start-up community (UEH Portal, March 15, 2025). |
| National Scientific Conference on Technology and Design – NCTD 2025 (October 30–31, 2025) | Scientists, lecturers, experts, businesses, public authorities and learners within and outside UEH |
Hosted by the UEH College of Technology and Design (CTD) together with UEH Mekong in a hybrid format, with domestic and international partners and the support of Vietcombank – Tan Binh Branch. The event provided a forum for exchanging research, applying technology and design, and sharing solutions for socio-economic development in the context of digital transformation.
Photos 1–2. Lively parallel sessions with student participation
Photo 3. Delegates pose for a commemorative photo at the conference |
Brought together nearly 300 researchers, experts, lecturers, postgraduate learners, businesses and public authority representatives, strengthening knowledge exchange and interdisciplinary research connections. Public evidence: Opening of the 2025 National Scientific Conference on Technology and Design (NCTD 2025): Shaping a digital future (UEH Portal, October 30, 2025) |
| Live Talk series “Sustainable Career Guidance 5.0 – Empowering Tomorrow” 2025 (May 10 – June 8, 2025) | Lower and upper secondary school students, parents and teachers |
UEH partnered with VnExpress online newspaper to run the Live Talk series “Sustainable Career Guidance 5.0 – Empowering Tomorrow”, providing free career guidance, skills development and career orientation for secondary school students, parents and the community through online platforms. The episodes were published on UEH’s Fanpage, YouTube channel and Portal and on VnExpress’s social media channels, enabling students, parents and learners outside UEH to access and rewatch the career guidance content.
The Live Talk “Sustainable Career Guidance 5.0 – Empowering Tomorrow” for lower and upper secondary school students, published on UEH and VnExpress channels |
The 4 episodes recorded more than 630,000 views and nearly 240,000 reach across online media and learning platforms. Public evidence: Live Talk Sustainable Career Guidance 5.0 – Empowering Tomorrow 2025 (UEH Portal, May 10, 2025) |
| Workshop “Hardy–Sobolev Inequality and Its Applications in PDEs” (August 4, 2025) | Lecturers, students, doctoral candidates and researchers within and outside UEH. |
The Faculty of Mathematics and Statistics, UEH College of Economics, Law and Government, held a scientific workshop sharing research on mathematical analysis, interpolation inequalities and their applications in partial differential equations. The programme included thematic presentations and research exchanges with scholars and lecturers from universities in Vietnam and abroad.
Photo 1. Announcement of free registration for the programme
Photos 2–3. Photos from the programme |
Public evidence: 1. Invitation to the Hardy–Sobolev Workshop (smas.ueh.edu.vn, July 23, 2025). 2. Workshop review article (smas.ueh.edu.vn, August 25, 2025). |
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Talkshow “Entrepreneurship and Investment” – Connecting global experts with Vietnam’s start-up community (May 24, 2025) |
Public authorities and businesses; investment experts and the start-up community; lecturers, staff, postgraduate learners and students within and outside UEH; and other interested members of the public. |
The UEH Institute of Innovation (UII) and the Incubation and Startup Center (ISC) co-organized the talkshow “Entrepreneurship and Investment”. The speaker and moderator led a discussion on topical issues, including the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and process automation in start-up models, particularly as businesses must adapt quickly to global markets.
Photos from the programme |
Public evidence: 1. [CTD Learning and Sharing] Talkshow “Entrepreneurship and Investment” – Connecting global experts with Vietnam’s start-up community (UEH Portal, May 26, 2025) |
| CTD Learning & Sharing – Bridging Frontiers: AI, Innovation, Education and the Future of US–Vietnam Tech Collaboration (May 9, 2025) | Lecturers, students, AI experts, start-up founders, businesses, researchers and people interested in innovation in Vietnam and the United States. |
The UEH College of Technology and Design, together with ISC and UII, held a seminar on artificial intelligence, innovation and opportunities for Vietnam–US technology cooperation. Speakers presented AI development trends, the role of technology companies, and models connecting education, research and the start-up ecosystem.
Photo 1. Overview of the programme
Photo 2. Discussion and sharing at the seminar |
Created a space connecting technology experts, sharing AI knowledge and promoting opportunities for international cooperation. Public evidence: CTD Learning & Sharing – Bridging Frontiers (UEH Portal, May 12, 2025). |
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UEH Creative Robot Contest 2025 (December 19, 2025) |
UEH students, UEH experts and lecturers, teams from international universities, and external experts. |
An academic competition on robot design and operation, giving participants the opportunity to apply knowledge of mechanics, programming, control and automation to real-world problems.
Photo 1. Overview of the contest
Photo 2. The judging panel of experts from Vietnam and Thailand provided objective, multidimensional evaluations
Photo 3. A team from Thailand |
The contest attracted 32 teams, including teams from Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (Thailand). The presence of international teams raised the technical standard of the competition and created a multicultural academic environment where students shared ideas, technical approaches and creative perspectives in robotics. In addition, the judging panel of experts from Vietnam and Thailand provided objective, multidimensional evaluations, bringing teams closer to international assessment standards. Public evidence: UEH CREATIVE ROBOT CONTEST 2025: A mark of technological creativity in an international academic space (UEH Portal, December 20, 2025) |
Charged events open to the general public
| Event | Participants | Activities | Results/Impact |
| The 7th Asian Conference on Business and Economic Studies – ACBES 2025 (August 14–15, 2025) | Scientists, scholars, lecturers, doctoral candidates, experts and researchers from universities, research institutes and academic organizations in Vietnam and abroad; and members of the public interested in economics, business and sustainable development research. |
The Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies (JABES) of UEH organizes this annual conference to share research findings, promote academic exchange and connect the international scientific community. Attendance fees:
Photo 1. Announcement of ACBES 2025 attendance fees: USD 150 for early registration and USD 200 for standard registration.
Photos 2–3. ACBES 2025 at UEH, with more than 350 scholars from 45 countries. |
Public evidence: 1. The 7th Asian Conference on Business and Economic Studies (ACBES 2025) (UEH Sustainability, March 3, 2025) – announcement of format and attendance fees. 2. The 7th Asian Conference on Business and Economic Studies (ACBES 2025): Innovations and achievements (UEH Portal, August 28, 2025) – review of activities, results and photos. |
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The International Conference of Business Theories & Practices (iCOB) 2025 (November 17–18, 2025) |
Scholars, researchers, lecturers, doctoral candidates, business experts and representatives of educational institutions in Vietnam and abroad |
UEH organized this international conference to connect business theory with practice and promote research exchange in management, marketing, finance, business and technology. The programme included keynote speeches, Industry Talk sessions, a PhD Workshop and parallel research sessions. Attendance fees:
Photo 1. Overview of the conference
Photo 2. An Industry Talk session at the conference
Photos 3–4. Parallel sessions at the conference |
Public evidence: Opening of the iCOB 2025 International Conference: An academic forum connecting business theory and practice (UEH Portal, November 17, 2025) |
| International Conference on Economics, Law and Governance – ELG 2025: “Resilience, Sustainability & Digital Transformation in a Changing World: Perspectives from Southeast Asia” (August 1–2, 2025) | Scientists, scholars, lecturers, doctoral candidates, students, experts, policymakers, public authority representatives and members of the public within and outside UEH interested in economics, law, public governance and sustainable development. |
The UEH College of Economics, Law and Government (CELG) organizes this annual international conference to share research and connect the academic and policy communities. Topics included: (1) resilience to climate change and economic shocks; (2) the green economy, commons management and sustainable development; (3) digital transformation, artificial intelligence and data analytics in governance; (4) the role of law, institutions and transparency in building social trust; and (5) interdisciplinary research exchange and academic collaboration between universities and international research organizations. Attendance fees:
Photo 1. Evidence of the conference attendance fees
Photo 2. Delegates pose for a commemorative photo
Photo 3. A speaker presents at the conference
Photo 4. A parallel session at the conference |
Public evidence: 1. ELG 2025 announcement with registration fees for presenters and participants (Environment for Development – EfD Initiative). 2. ELG 2025 International Conference: “Resilience, Sustainability & Digital Transformation in a Changing World: Perspectives from Southeast Asia” (UEH Portal, August 6, 2025). |
| International conference “IMAGINE! Shaping Tomorrow: Work and Well-Being” – The 2nd Joint Congress of ICOH-WOPS & APA-PFAW 2025 (December 10–12, 2025) | Researchers, scholars, lecturers, doctoral candidates, students, occupational health experts, organizational psychologists, HR managers, business representatives and policymakers from Vietnam and abroad. |
The UEH.ISB School of Excellence hosted the 2nd Joint Congress of ICOH-WOPS and APA-PFAW to promote knowledge sharing on the future of work and workers’ health and well-being. Attendance fees: Academics/Professionals:
+ Member: USD 350 + Non-member: USD 445 + Low- and Middle-Income Member: USD 175 + Low- and Middle-Income Non-member: USD 240
+ Member: USD 450 + Non-member: USD 545 + Low- and Middle-Income Member: USD 275 + Low- and Middle-Income Non-member: USD 340 – Late registration: + Member: USD 550 + Non-member: USD 645 + Low- and Middle-Income Member: USD 375 + Low- and Middle-Income Non-member: USD 440 Students:
+ Member: USD 135 + Non-member: USD 210 + Low- and Middle-Income Member: USD 123 + Low- and Middle-Income Non-member: USD 185
+ Member: USD 235 + Non-member: USD 310 + Low- and Middle-Income Member: USD 223 + Low- and Middle-Income Non-member: USD 285
+ Member: USD 335 + Non-member: USD 410 + Low- and Middle-Income Member: USD 323 + Low- and Middle-Income Non-member: USD 385
Photos 1–2. Attendance fees for Academics/Professionals and Students
Photo 3. Photos from the conference |
Public evidence: 1. IMAGINE! 2025 – Registration: conference fee schedule (official website of the organizing committee). 2. Conference “IMAGINE! Shaping Tomorrow: Work and Well-Being” – Shaping a happy future of work through global knowledge dialogue (UEH Portal, December 15, 2025). |
| Workshop “Data Analytics – A New Advantage in Human Resource Management” (November 1, 2025) | HR staff and managers; data analysts, business professionals and business consultants; and students and postgraduate learners within and outside UEH interested in HR Analytics, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence. |
The UEH Center for Information Technology and Design (ATD) held a thematic workshop on applying data analytics to human resource management. Attendance fee: VND 299,000 per person.
Evidence of the programme attendance fee |
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| Vietnam Online Marketing Forum 2025 (VOMF 2025): “Building a Sustainable Brand – Driving Effective Revenue Growth” (October 17, 2025) | Businesses, managers, marketing, e-commerce, media and technology experts, and entrepreneurs; lecturers, students and members of the public within and outside UEH interested in online marketing, sustainable branding and digital transformation. |
UEH, together with the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM) and the Network of E-commerce Training Institutions, organized the forum to share knowledge among universities, technology experts and the business community. Tickets were sold to the general public.
Photos from the programme |
Public evidence: 1. VECOM – VOMF 2025 ticket update – VOMF 2025 ticket information. 2. UEH partners with the Vietnam E-commerce Association to organize Vietnam Online Marketing Forum 2025 (UEH Portal, October 18, 2025) |
Conclusion:
In 2025, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) continued to affirm its role as a multidisciplinary and sustainable university by organizing and hosting educational events on campus that are open to the general public, widening access to knowledge for the community outside UEH. Activities were offered as both free and charged events, including career fairs, book fairs, skills workshops, thematic seminars and international scientific conferences. In this way, UEH enabled secondary school students, parents, students of other institutions, scientists, experts, businesses and interested individuals to exchange, learn and update their knowledge.
Key results in 2025 show the expansion of both the reach and the content of community education at UEH. UEH Book Fair 2025 attracted more than 600 visits to its digital resources exhibition and nearly 150 participants at the workshop “Effective Learning in the 4.0 Era”; Family Connect 2025 created an experiential learning space for more than 100 people, including families and children from the local community; UNI ON THE GO 2025 at UEH Mekong connected nearly 200 secondary school students with technology experiences and skills development; and UEH Sharing & Giving – Career Fair 2025 attracted 6,797 attendances and connected nearly 5,000 job opportunities. At the same time, UEH continued to host charged international scientific conferences such as ACBES 2025, iCOB 2025, ELG 2025 and IMAGINE! 2025, strengthening knowledge exchange and connecting researchers and professional communities in Vietnam and internationally.
Compared with 2024, when UEH already maintained many series of educational and community engagement events, 2025 continued these flagship activities while diversifying topics to include digital transformation, artificial intelligence, innovation, sustainable development and international integration.