In light of the huge demand for trained human resources in the economic integration process, Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) identifies English and Computer literacy as the two key skills required for the students, especially those majoring in engineering and high technology. The school has set the goal of improving the quality of English and Computer skill training according to international standards.

Work towards the goal of improving the quality of the country’s manpower

The school has cooperated with IIG Vietnam to implement the project “Training foreign language skills on HUST’s digital platform” and enhance computer skills of the faculty staff and students towards international standard, starting from the academic year 2021-2022. The cooperation was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement between the two parties on January 18, 2022.

Within the framework of the MOU, IIG Vietnam will work closely with the school to implement the comprehensive TOEIC-oriented training roadmap step by step. IIG Vietnam will provide the school with the TOEIC Placement test to classify students right during the freshman year so that the school can adapt its training plan accordingly. On top of that, IIG VN will offer teacher training workshops, training programs using stage-of-art learning tools such as ED (English Discoveries), OLPC, etc.; and establish an exit requirement for students using the TOEIC assessment.

As for computer skill training, IIG will advise on the development of the MOS, IC3, ACPro- oriented training program and the adoption of these tests to assess students’ outcomes.

The benefits of IIG VN’s comprehensive training solution include: reducing workload for teaching staff; addressing the challenges of multi-level classes; upgrading students’ English and Computer skills aligned with international standards, providing students with a competitive advantage in the labor market.

Vice-Rector of HUST, Assoc. Nguyen Phong Dien valued the collaboration and commitment of IIG Vietnam in helping the school to overcome the challenges in training, especially in English training. He was also optimistic about the project’s success: “With a well-develop training roadmap and proven approach, IIG VN’s solution will help improve English proficiency, which is long known as a weakness of HUST students.”

In addition, by authorizing Hanoi University of Science and Technology to be one of the test-sites to administer international English and Informatics exams, including TOEIC, MOS, IC3, ACPro, Autodesk, Apple Swift, etc., IIG Vietnam want to create a favorable condition for school students to take certification exams right at their school. Moreover, becoming an international testing center will strengthen the leading position of the school.

Choose the right partner for the goal

Founded more than 60 years ago, Hanoi University of Science and Technology is one of the oldest universities in Vietnam and used to carry the duty to train key engineering and technology personnel for the country in the renovation period.

To accomplish 10 key tasks of 2022 under 5 development strategic goals in the 2021-2025 period, especially the task of “improving the quality of training programs according to the regional or international accreditation standards”. The school has chosen IIG Vietnam as the partner in English and Computer skill training, testing, certificate issuing according to international standards.

As the country representative of many prestigious organizations in the world, IIG is the leading organization in the field of education and testing and has experience in working with universities, colleges, organizations, and businesses. Such collaboration includes setting out the entrance and exit requirements, developing training programs, and consulting on the recruitment process and human resource management. IIG Vietnam not only administers international foreign language or informatics exams but also contributes to the development of standards for capacity assessment, quality assurance, and educational accreditation in Vietnam to be aligned with the international standards.

The extensive cooperation with IIG VN is a bold step of the school to promote the school’s English and computer skill learning and teaching toward international standards. This will also set a foundation for other technology schools that are planning to transform their training method. With a commitment to quality, this cooperation reinforces HUST’s position as a national key university and a leading regional educational institution.