On October 9, 2026, the University of Transport and Communications (UTC) held a seminar entitled “International Accreditation: A Strategic Tool for Positioning and Enhancing the Competitiveness of the University of Transport and Communications” in Room 501, Building A1. The event was attended by representatives of the University’s Board of Rectors and leaders of departments, faculties, and academic divisions.

The seminar was attended by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hoai Duc, Vice President of UTC. The speaker was Dr. Nguyen Van Hung, Head of the Educational Quality Accreditation Division, Quality Assurance Board, Phenikaa University, Vice President of the ASEAN Quality Assurance Network (ASEAN QAA), and Vietnam’s representative in higher education quality assurance.

An overview of the seminar

The seminar focused on the role of international accreditation in university development strategies, particularly in improving training quality, innovating governance, and expanding international cooperation. Against the backdrop of university autonomy and digital transformation, the discussions addressed learning outcomes, the application of artificial intelligence (AI), and the ability of technical universities to adapt to increasingly competitive conditions.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hoai Duc, Vice President of the University of Transport and Communications, delivers his remarks at the seminar.

The professional discussions covered international accreditation standards, organizations, and models, including ABET, FIBAA, ASIIN, HCERES, QAA, and AUN-QA. The seminar also examined the relationship between quality accreditation and internationalization, institutional branding, student recruitment, and academic cooperation. In this context, international accreditation was presented as a tool for supporting continuous quality improvement and enhancing the competitiveness of higher education institutions.

Dr. Nguyen Van Hung discusses international accreditation and university governance.

Another key topic was the ISO 21001:2018 management system for educational organizations, with an emphasis on standardizing operations, data-driven management, risk management, and fostering a culture of quality. These discussions provided further insights into aligning internal quality assurance systems with international accreditation requirements and the University’s day-to-day management activities.

Based on an analysis of UTC’s current situation, opportunities, and challenges, the seminar encouraged discussion on strategic positioning, institutional differentiation, and pathways toward meeting international standards. Other issues addressed included the standardization of academic programs, the development of internal quality assurance systems, and the selection of appropriate development models.

The speaker shares insights into international accreditation trends and the challenges facing Vietnamese higher education institutions.

The seminar provided UTC’s management staff with an opportunity to update their knowledge of international accreditation approaches, exchange experiences, and explore solutions to support quality assurance activities. These discussions are expected to contribute to meeting the University’s development needs as it continues to strengthen its international integration.