On March 6, 2025, Dr. Phùng Danh Thắng and Dr. Đào Tùng, Vice Rectors of the International School – Vietnam National University, Hanoi, had a meeting with Dr. Anne-Sophie Courtier, General Director of EM Normandie Business School (EM Normandie), France. The meeting aimed to review and evaluate the training quality of the third and fourth cohorts of the Master’s program in Banking, Finance, and Financial Technology (FINTECH) currently being implemented at the Faculty of International Francophony (Formerly as International Francophone Institute -IFI). Additionally, both sides discussed potential new cooperation opportunities.
During the meeting, both parties reviewed recent activities and achievements while assessing the effectiveness of the third and fourth cohorts of the FINTECH master’s program. They also agreed to hold the graduation ceremony for the third cohort and an alumni gathering on May 17, 2025, in Hanoi.
Additionally, both parties discussed the extention of the contract for the implementation of the FINTECH master’s program for the 2024–2029 period. Notably, both sides explored the potential for launching a new English-taught bachelor’s program. Representatives from both institutions also discussed other cooperation directions, including faculty, researcher, and student exchanges, as well as the development of high-impact applied research projects.
The meeting was a success, strengthening the partnership and opening up new opportunities for training and research collaboration between the International School and EM Normandie. Both sides expressed their commitment to further developing high-quality academic programs that meet market demands and enhance the global workforce.
As one of European leading business schools, EM Normandie is an ideal destination for students and graduate learners seeking high-quality education. The school currently boasts a network of over 6,300 students, researchers, and professionals across various global locations, including Caen, Le Havre, and Paris (France); Oxford (UK); Dublin (Ireland); Dubai (UAE); and Boston (USA). With a history spanning more than 100 years, EM Normandie’s programs are internationally recognized for their excellence and are accredited by prestigious organizations such as AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS.
