BUV cooperates with partners to establish high-tech skills training centre

The cooperation aims to develop a highly skilled workforce to meet the needs of both domestic and international businesses, while also promoting the advancement of science, technology, and national digital transformation.

Signing ceremony on establishing a high-tech skills training centre

The signing ceremony was conducted by Prof. Raymond Gordon, vice-chancellor and president at BUV; Nguyen Ky Phung, head of the SHTP Management Board; and Cao Thi Phi Van, deputy director of Ho Chi Minh City ITPC, under the witness of Vo Van Hoan, Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee; Will Lawrenson, the UK's deputy consul-general and head of trade and investment for Ho Chi Minh City; and Prof. Rick Bennett, deputy vice-chancellor and vice president of BUV.

Driving force behind high-tech economic development

Based on the multilateral strategic partnership, key areas are specifically defined in the MoU.

Firstly, to establish and implement a high-tech skills training centre that meets international standards, addressing the urgent needs of both the domestic and international labour markets, and thereby providing a high-quality workforce for advanced technology sectors.

Secondly, to research and develop legal frameworks to support training and the awarding of international certifications, creating a solid foundation for training courses of international value.

Thirdly, to survey and assess the workforce needs of domestic and foreign-invested enterprises in Ho Chi Minh City and the southern region, ensuring that training courses align with the real demands of the current labour market.

Fourthly, to develop a sustainable operational strategy for the centre, ensuring long-term effectiveness and stability in its operations.

Fifthly, to design in-depth and practical training courses that equip students not only with solid theoretical knowledge but also practical skills, meeting the real-world requirements of the high-tech industry.

Sixthly, to create opportunities for collaboration with sponsors, large enterprises, and investment funds, aiming to develop a sustainable and effective high-tech training ecosystem.

Finally, to complete the overall proposal and submit it to Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee for approval to officially launch the centre.

Vo Van Hoan, Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee

As the economic “locomotive” of the country, Ho Chi Minh City is aiming for strong development in 2025, laying a solid foundation for the nation's progress in the new era. Vo Van Hoan noted that this initiative marks a pivotal moment for both the city and the country, providing a solid foundation for the implementation of high-quality training programmes that meet the increasingly high demands of the labour market.

He hoped, "Investors, businesses, and educators will work together to solve the puzzle of high-tech economic development."

Education plays a powerful synergistic role

Speaking at the event, Prof. Raymond Gordon emphasised, "This cooperation is the solution to the challenge of developing a high-quality workforce. By combining BUV's world-class education, the outstanding technological foundation of SHTP's management board, and the market insight of Ho Chi Minh City ITPC, we will create a powerful synergy, contributing to enhancing Vietnam’s position in the global high-tech sector."

Cao Thi Phi Van, deputy director of Ho Chi Minh City ITPC, affirmed, "The centre aims to make Ho Chi Minh City a leading city in AI, and the high-tech training programme at BUV is perfectly aligned with the development direction and trends of the new era."

Prof. Raymond Gordon, vice-chancellor and president of BUV

In the context of Vietnam's accelerating digital transformation and integration into the high-tech economy, the demand for a high-quality workforce in fields such as semiconductor microchips and AI is becoming increasingly urgent. Ho Chi Minh City, as the country's leading technology hub, is attracting significant investment from international technology corporations, creating great opportunities for the development of advanced technology industries.

Recognising the importance of the national long-term development strategy, the project will contribute to the implementation of a Politburo resolution on breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, and foster the socioeconomic development of Ho Chi Minh City and the country.

In particular, an initiative to train 50,000 university-level professionals for the semiconductor industry by 2030 will require close collaboration between government agencies, educational institutions, and businesses.

In line with the government's strategic direction, BUV is intensifying its efforts to offer programmes in computing and innovative technologies, including AI and advanced technology courses accredited by the University of Stirling, which ranks in the top five in Scotland and top 20 in the UK for information systems and computer science.

These courses will meet the demands of the domestic labour market while expanding global opportunities for students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills essential for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Moreover, BUV fosters international exchange and strategic partnerships with nearly 50 prestigious institutions from 14 countries. Students gain internship opportunities with major companies, presenting innovative projects to potential employers, and strengthening connections between businesses and emerging talent.

Notably, BUV’s strategic partnership with the National Innovation Centre (NIC) focuses on developing the gaming and technology sectors, fostering knowledge exchange and collaborative research, and enhancing BUV's role in the NIC's ecosystem, thereby opening up career opportunities and boosting students' global competitiveness.

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