On the morning of May 14, 2024, Vietnam Korea University of Information and Communication Technology (VKU) – University of Danang (UD), hosted a meeting with the delegation from Kitakyushu City (KKJ) and Japanese enterprises to discuss collaboration in IT human resources training.

Overview of the meeting

Attending the meeting from the delegation were Mr. Kato Nobuaki, Head of International Business Strategy Department, Industry and Economics Bureau, serving as the Head of the delegation; Mr. Hasegawa Kenji, Director cum General Sales Manager –  PlusAd Group; Mr. Chitose Koshi, CEO of NecScat Company; Mr. Matsuzaki Masahiko, Director of All Ones Life Company; Mr. Sakai Kazuki, CEO of Kumabase Company; Mr. Honda Hirotaka, Director of Withus Company; Ms. Aono Tomoko, Manager of PIPED BITS Company (Cambodia); Mr. Nguyen Trong Nghia, CEO of NIX Education. On the side of VKU, there were Assoc. Prof. PhD. Huynh Cong Phap, Rector of VKU; PhD. Huynh Ngoc Tho, Vice Rector of VKU; along with leaders from various departments, faculties, and centers of the University.

Assoc. Prof. PhD. Huynh Cong Phap delivered a speech

As the host of the meeting, Assoc. Prof. PhD. Huynh Cong Phap warmly welcomed the delegation from Kitakyushu City, Japan. This marks their second visit to VKU for collaborative discussions. The Rector shared that VKU consistently defines its mission and responsibilities in providing high-quality education, supplying skilled human resources, conducting scientific research, and transferring knowledge and technology. VKU aspires to become a leading university nationwide and aims for international recognition in education and research fields, operating under advanced management models and modern, intelligent educational environments.

With its specialization in Information Technology, VKU boasts over 6,000 students and recruits 1,500 new students annually. These high-caliber IT professionals meet the current demands for skilled labor in the field. Currently, VKU has been and continues to collaborate with numerous Japanese partners to organize classes in information technology with enhanced Japanese language training. Particularly, the collaboration with NiX Education in the Engineer IT program, which emphasizes Japanese language skills, has achieved remarkable results. It serves as an effective training model that could be replicated in the future.

During the working session, VKU shared its desire for Kitakyushu city (KKJ) and Japanese enterprises to implement activities to introduce and promote Japanese culture to high school students in Vietnam, especially those in the Central region, in order to inspire and motivate them to start learning the Japanese language early during their high school studies. Additionally, VKU proposed collaborating on scholarship funds to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping them access better educational opportunities. For Japanese businesses, VKU hopes for direct support for VKU students in implementing Japanese language, culture, and work skills training programs. Furthermore, VKU seeks assistance from these businesses in facilitating student participation in internships and practical projects, providing opportunities for students to immerse themselves in the Japanese work environment after graduation.

Mr. Kato Nobuaki, on behalf of the delegation, spoke at the meeting

Mr. Kato Nobuaki thanked the university leadership for the warm reception and for sharing the cooperative directions during and after the delegation’s visit to VKU and Da Nang on January 24, 2024. During this visit, KKJ and representatives from Japanese enterprises will participate in the final round of the Tetote Hackathon 2024, co-organized by VKU and Nix Education. They also gained insights into the Japanese language-enhanced IT engineer training program model currently being implemented at VKU. With this information, they intend to advise KKJ leadership on promoting cooperation between the Danang city, VKU, Nix Education, universities, and businesses in Japan.

KKJ recognizes the significant potential of Vietnamese student talent, particularly those from VKU, who can meet the demands for skilled labor. They express their desire to collaborate with VKU to jointly train and develop high-quality human resources in the near future. KKJ and Japanese enterprises aim to connect and promote cooperation among all parties, providing employment opportunities for many students to access the Japanese job market sooner.

At the end of the working session, the VKU leadership expressed readiness to expand cooperation, providing the most favorable conditions for Japanese businesses to access and guide training, as well as introducing job opportunities for students.

Center for Learning Resources and Communication

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