As it relates to the theme of this blog... In his summer 2010 update "What Investors Need to Know About Doing Business in Vietnam," Jeff Browne, president of Vietnomics, a consulting company based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, lists "six key observations that could spell the difference between success and failure in Vietnam," two of which are … Continue reading Update: What Investors Need to Know About Doing Business in Vietnam
Year: 2010
Accredited or Not? That is the Question…
This is related to two recent posts about U.S.-based/affiliated unaccredited and nationally accredited schools operating in Vietnam. (Stay tuned for a list of regionally accredited colleges and universities and their Vietnam-related activities.) Incredibly, the acronym "CHEA" and its website have begun appearing in online articles and education-related forums in Vietnam. This growing interest in the … Continue reading Accredited or Not? That is the Question…
Tri Viet University Project
In a previous post I wrote about a new private, non-profit Vietnamese university, Tan Tao University, the brainchild of Mdm Dang Thi Hoang Yen. There is another private, non-profit university being established by Mdm Ton Nu Thi Ninh, Tri Viet University. Both TTU and TVU aspire to become international-standard universities. (Both Ms. Yen and Ms. Ninh were profiled in … Continue reading Tri Viet University Project
Higher Education in East Asia (World Bank)
Where Does the Path to Higher Education Lead? East Asian countries need to make the leap from middle-income to high-income countries, and higher education will be key. The forthcoming flagship report explores higher education in East Asia and the changes needed to make this happen. This site features studies that underpin the report, focusing on: … Continue reading Higher Education in East Asia (World Bank)
“Get a Ph.D. in America Without Knowing English!”
This is the title of a June 16th article about U.S.-based rogue providers (unaccredited schools) operating in Vietnam (Làm tiến sĩ ở Mỹ nhưng không biết tiếng Anh!). The English translation of the article, entitled Director Questioned About Dubious US Doctoral Degree, was published on 6/23 by VietnamNet. The "university" in question is Southern Pacific University, which … Continue reading “Get a Ph.D. in America Without Knowing English!”
VietAbroader Study Abroad Conference 2010
Vietabroader Conference, first launched in 2005, has been one of the most indispensable educational events in promoting higher education in the United States among Vietnamese students. Not only will high school students be provided with information regarding college applications, they will also benefit from a high level of interaction with current college students in the US during the conference's college … Continue reading VietAbroader Study Abroad Conference 2010
“Vietnam, the Country”
During a recent trip to the U.S., which took me to five (5) states in the East, South and Midwest, and in which I logged over 11,000 miles (18,000+ kilometers), I had the opportunity to speak to students, faculty and staff at Mississippi State University (MSU) about Vietnam, the country. By way of introduction, I spent some time talking … Continue reading “Vietnam, the Country”
Trends in Global Higher Education: Tracking an Academic Revolution
Authors: Philip G. Altbach, Liz Reisberg and Laura E. Rumbley Excerpted from the Executive Summary: An academic revolution has taken place in higher education in the past half century marked by transformations unprecedented in scope and diversity. Comprehending this ongoing and dynamic process while being in the midst of it is not an easy task. … Continue reading Trends in Global Higher Education: Tracking an Academic Revolution
NAFSA 2010: The Intercultural Competence/Global Citizenship Nexus: What International Educators Should Know
As it turned out, this session was well-attended in spite of the early hour and the stormy weather. That probably had something to do with the topic and my distinguished colleagues. Presentations and notes are available at gs029.wordpress.com. Title: GS029: The Intercultural Competence/Global Citizenship Nexus: What International Educators Should Know Begin Time: Wednesday, 6/2 - 8:00 AM Audience: … Continue reading NAFSA 2010: The Intercultural Competence/Global Citizenship Nexus: What International Educators Should Know
“Consumers driving Vietnam into ‘golden age'”
Vietnam's major exports include its famed coffee beans and minor ones like tea, but from scooter maker Piaggio to prominent local businessmen, investors are making their biggest bets on the Vietnamese consumer. At the heart of this gamble is a demographic shift in Vietnam that could mirror the economic transformation of mid-sized countries such as … Continue reading “Consumers driving Vietnam into ‘golden age'”
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