Program level                                   : Master

Major                                                : Finance and Banking

(Master of Arts in Finance and Banking)

Program code                                   : 8340201

The Master of Finance and Banking program at Hoa Sen University is strategically crafted to offer an applied Master’s orientation. This program is meticulously designed to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in modern Finance and Banking, catering to the demands of both academic rigor and real-world applicability in the financial sector. Our overarching goal is to cultivate high-caliber professionals capable of navigating and excelling in diverse domestic and international financial landscapes.

Master of Arts in Finance and Banking

(Program cod : 8340201)

1. Enrollment candidate:

Applicants must meet the following prerequisites to be considered for admission to the finance and banking program at Hoa Sen University:

• Graduated from an educational institution recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training majoring in business administration, logistics, public economic management, marketing management, or other fields related to economics.
• Have a clear background.
• Healthy enough to participate in the study.
• Submit all necessary documents on time and completely according to the school’s instructions.

2. The curriculum duration:  18 months

3. Requisite knowledge: 60 credits.

4. Content of Curriculum

5. Learning Outcomes:

Students who complete the Master of Arts in Finance and Banking degree at Hoa Sen University acquire the following competencies:

Knowledge:

• Students will gain proficiency in various facets of Finance, including but not limited to investment, financing, business valuation, portfolio management, risk management, corporate governance, banking management, and project management. This breadth of knowledge empowers individuals to identify emerging financial challenges within enterprises, and subsequently employ scientific and creative methodologies to analyze and evaluate these challenges. Such insights enable informed decision-making pertaining to governance, management, and operational strategies within businesses.
• Students will acquire a mastery of principles, tools, and practices essential for analysis, investment, valuation, risk management, and forecasting. This expertise equips them to innovate and demonstrate creativity in decision-making processes across business and investment domains, as well as in policy planning and financial strategy formulation within banks, corporations, and enterprises of varied economic contexts.

Skills

• The program also emphasizes the modeling, systematic understanding, practical application, research, and ongoing development of knowledge relevant to the Finance industry. This holistic approach enables participants to adeptly apply their acquired knowledge in dynamic scenarios, exhibiting flexibility and creativity in devising and executing policies, strategies, and solutions to complex financial challenges.
• Students will cultivate essential skills to function effectively both autonomously and collaboratively. They will develop the ability to think independently and creatively, collaborate within teams, pose pertinent questions, analyze complex issues, and draw well-founded conclusions to advance their professional endeavors. Additionally, the program hones communication proficiency, work agility, and management and leadership capabilities, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to navigate and excel in diverse professional environments within the Finance sector.

Level of Autonomy and responsibility:

• Students will attain a comprehensive grasp of ethical principles, professional standards, and regulatory frameworks governing financial activities and investment domains. The program is designed to instill a commitment to serving and advancing community interests through adherence to these principles and standards.

• Students will cultivate the motivation and capacity for self-directed learning to continually augment their knowledge and expertise, thereby enhancing their professional qualifications. They will develop the resilience and adaptability necessary to navigate competitive landscapes and socio-economic shifts effectively, proactively directing their own professional development amidst evolving contexts.

6. Training process, requirement for graduation

Training in accordance with the Postgraduate Education Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS, which the President of Hoa Sen University signed on October 12, 2021.

Graduates with an MFB from Hoa Sen University must fulfill the following criteria:

• Completion of the training program and a training program GPA of 5,5 or above overall (out of a possible 10).
• Submit the thesis after signing confirmation from the instructor.
• There are remarks from independent reviewers.
• In accordance with the regulations on master training issued by the Ministry of Education and Training, the committee’s chairman and supervisor certify that the thesis has been edited in accordance with the committee’s conclusion and enclose a copy of the conclusion of the thesis review committee and the reviewers’ comments for training institutions to use as reference materials at libraries and archives.
• The Board considers a Thesis score of 5,5 or higher to be satisfactory.
• Have a Business Report grade of at least 5,5.
• Publicize the full text of the thesis on the University’s website;
• A minimum of 4 out of 6 on the 6-level foreign language competency framework for Vietnam, or an equivalent level, is required to meet the foreign language standards (Appendix I of Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS).

Guidelines pertaining to foreign language certifications for Master’s training programs.

7. Employment opportunity:

The following positions are available to graduates:

• Financial institutions including banks, securities firms, and auditing firms;
• Insurance providers, investment funds, and investment banks;
• Multinational corporations;
• Corporate finance directors;
• University professors;
• Entrepreneurs launching new ventures.

Major: Tourism and Hospitality Management

(Program code : 8810103)

The curriculum is meticulously crafted to provide students with comprehensive insights into the realm of tourism, encompassing themes such as digital transformation leadership, lean management, service management, travel management, and sustainable practices. Furthermore, the program is structured to enhance students’ capacity to elevate awareness and adeptly address challenges encountered in executing organizational and business objectives. Graduates are equipped not only to pursue further studies in economics at the doctoral level but also to contribute effectively to industry innovation and problem-solving initiatives.

1. Enrollment candidate:

Applicants must meet the following prerequisites to be considered for admission to the Tourism and Hospitality Management program at Hoa Sen University:

• Graduated from an educational institution recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training majoring in business administration, logistics, public economic management, marketing management, or other fields related to economics.
• Have a clear background.
• Healthy enough to participate in the study.
• Submit all necessary documents on time and completely according to the school’s instructions.

2. The curriculum duration:  18 months

3. Requisite knowledge: 60 credits.

4. Content of Curriculum

5. Training process, requirement for graduation

Training in accordance with the Postgraduate Education Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS, which the President of Hoa Sen University signed on October 12, 2021.

Graduates with an MAT from Hoa Sen University must fulfill the following criteria:

• Completion of the training program and a training program GPA of 5,5 or above overall (out of a possible 10).
• Submit the thesis after signing confirmation from the instructor.
• There are remarks from independent reviewers.
• In accordance with the regulations on master training issued by the Ministry of Education and Training, the committee’s chairman and supervisor certify that the thesis has been edited in accordance with the committee’s conclusion and enclose a copy of the conclusion of the thesis review committee and the reviewers’ comments for training institutions to use as reference materials at libraries and archives.
• The Board considers a Thesis score of 5,5 or higher to be satisfactory.
• Have a Business Report grade of at least 5,5.
• Publicize the full text of the thesis on the University’s website;
• A minimum of 4 out of 6 on the 6-level foreign language competency framework for Vietnam, or an equivalent level, is required to meet the foreign language standards (Appendix I of Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS).

Guidelines pertaining to foreign language certifications for Master’s training programs.

6. Learning Outcomes:

Students who complete the Master of Tourism and Hospitality Management degree at Hoa Sen University acquire the following competencies:

Knowledge:

Students acquire a comprehensive understanding of both general and specialized management principles relevant to the intricate dynamics of tourism and travel service operations. This knowledge encompasses economic, cultural, and societal dimensions, enabling students to navigate the evolving landscape of Vietnam’s burgeoning tourism sector within the broader contexts of regional and international developments.

Skills

Students demonstrate proficiency in leveraging the acquired knowledge to excel as adept managers within the realm of tourism and travel services. This proficiency encompasses the skills of analysis, evaluation, strategic planning, effective control, and inspirational leadership. Additionally, students exhibit the capability to conduct independent research, further enriching their expertise and contributing to the advancement of the field.

Attitude:

Students exemplify business ethics tailored to the demands of the contemporary era, showcasing adaptability in navigating the diverse and dynamic landscape of the travel and tourism service industry. Moreover, they exhibit a steadfast commitment to lifelong learning, recognizing it as a cornerstone for personal and professional growth amidst evolving industry paradigms.

Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?Kinh doanh 

Hướng ngành: MBA – Quản tr�?Logistics 

1. Đối tượng tuyển sinh:

Người d�?tuyển vào chương trình Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?kinh doanh – hướng ngành Quản tr�?Logistics của trường Đại học Hoa Sen cần thỏa các điều kiện tối thiểu sau:

• Đã tốt nghiệp đại học;
• Có lý lịch rõ ràng;
• Có đ�?sức khỏe học tập;
• Nộp h�?sơ đầy đ�? đúng thời hạn theo quy định của trường.

2. Thời gian đào tạo:  

Thời gian đào tạo toàn chương trình Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?Kinh doanh – Quản tr�?Logistics là 18 tháng. Tùy điều kiện cá nhân của học viên, thời gian theo học đến khi bảo v�?thành công luận văn có th�?tối đa 3.5 năm.

3. Khối lượng kiến thức toàn khóa: 60 tín ch�? trong đó:

• Kiến thức chuyên ngành: 40 tín ch�?/li>
• Luận văn tốt nghiệp: 20 tín ch�?/li>

4. Danh sách môn học:

5. Chuẩn đầu ra:

Tốt nghiệp chương trình Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?kinh doanh theo hướng ngành Quản tr�?Logistics của trường Đại học Hoa Sen, học viên đạt được các kiến thức, k�?năng và thái đ�?sau:

Kiến thức:

• Hiểu được các kiến thức liên ngành có liên quan đến quản tr�?doanh nghiệp và vận dụng các kiến thức chuyên môn đ�?xây dựng chiến lược kinh doanh phát triển doanh nghiệp.
• Phân tích và đánh giá một cách khoa học, sáng tạo các kiến thức chuyên ngành đ�?áp dụng vào thực tiễn quản tr�? quản lý, điều hành hoạt động của các đơn v�?kinh doanh.
• Có kiến thức tổng quan v�?phân tích và giải quyết các vấn đ�?v�?hoạch định, t�?chức, triển khai và kiểm tra – giám sát các hoạt động quản tr�?doanh nghiệp.

 K�?năng:

• Giao tiếp hiệu qu�? chọn lọc đối tác và môi trường kinh doanh đ�?đưa ra quyết định đúng đắn khi lựa chọn đối tác hợp tác kinh doanh và quản tr�?doanh nghiệp.
• Sáng tạo, đổi mới tư duy và tinh thần khởi nghiệp, nhận diện được các cơ hội kinh doanh trong bối cảnh Việt Nam hội nhập ngày càng sâu vào khu vực và toàn cầu.
• Tổng hợp, đánh giá d�?liệu và thông tin đ�?đưa ra giải pháp x�?lý các vấn đ�?một cách khoa học;
• Phân tích, đánh giá và giải quyết các vấn đ�?trong quản lý doanh nghiệp trên cơ s�?nắm vững kiến thức chuyên sâu v�?các lĩnh vực quản tr�?tác nghiệp, quản tr�?tài chính, quản tr�?marketing, quản tr�?chuỗi cung ứng và kiểm soát các hoạt động của doanh nghiệp

Năng lực t�?ch�?và trách nhiệm:

• Học viên th�?hiện đạo đức kinh doanh trong thời đại mới, hướng đến mục tiêu phục v�?lợi ích cộng đồng.
• Có động lực học tập suốt đời, có tinh thần học tập sáng tạo, khám phá, nâng cao kh�?năng hội nhập trong môi trường kinh doanh đa dạng và nhiều biến động; chấp nhận th�?thách trong môi trường thực t�?
• Rèn luyện kh�?năng thích nghi, t�?định hướng và hướng dẫn người khác cùng tham gia phát triển đơn v�? doanh nghiệp;
• Học viên ch�?động cải tiến các hoạt động chuyên môn qua quá trình quản lý, theo dõi, đánh giá các hoạt động của đơn v�?/li>

6. V�?trí việc làm sau tốt nghiệp

Học viên tốt nghiệp chương trình Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?Kinh doanh theo hướng ngành Quản tr�?Logistics có th�?đảm nhiệm các v�?trí:

• Chuyên gia cao cấp quản lý điều hành một s�?mảng chuyên môn v�?Logistics, công tác �?các cơ quan quản lý Nhà nước, các đơn v�?s�?nghiệp, hoặc các cơ quan hành chính nhà nước.
• Nghiên cứu viên hoặc �?v�?trí quản lý trong các viện nghiên cứu v�?Logistics.
• Cán b�?ch�?chốt trong các doanh nghiệp, các công ty, tập đoàn kinh doanh trong và ngoài nước v�?kinh doanh Logistics.
• Khởi nghiệp kinh doanh độc lập dịch v�?Logistics.
• Giảng viên trong các trường đại học đào tạo v�?lĩnh vực kinh doanh và quản lý Logistics.
• Chuyên gia tư vấn v�?quản tr�? kinh doanh trong các doanh nghiệp v�?chuyên ngành Logistics.

Program name                                  : Business Administration

Program level                                   : Master

Major                                                : Business Administration

(Master of Business Administration)

Program code                                   : 8340101

Batch                                                 : MBA2211

1. Training objectives and learning outcomes

1.1 Training objectives

The Master of Business Administration program at Hoa Sen University is oriented toward the Applied Master program. The aims are to assist students in completing, updating, and improving their industry and specialized knowledge, strengthening interdisciplinary knowledge, having in-depth knowledge of business administration and applying that knowledge to professional practice, and having the capacity to work independently, think creatively, and identify and resolve corporate governance issues. Additionally, the program provides students with self-study techniques and inspires them to learn for life.

1.2 Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the Master of Business Administration degree at Hoa Sen University acquire the following competencies:

 Professional capacity

• PLO 1. Applying general and industry-based knowledge in the field of business
• PLO 2. Analyzing problems in business situations
• PLO 3. Evaluating the practice of business management and operations based on the application of specialized knowledge
• PLO 4. Planning a business plan for the company based on industry-based knowledge of corporate governance

Professional skills:

• PLO 5 Applying professional skills to business activities
• PLO 6: Developing an effective team working environment
• PLO 7: Supporting business activities by applying information technology

Level of Autonomy and responsibility:

• PLO 8. Applying with professional ethical standards in organizations
• PLO 9: Developing lifelong learning abilities

1.3 Employment opportunity

The following positions are available to graduates:

• Senior management professionals work in state management agencies, non-business divisions, or state administrative agencies and oversee a variety of professional sectors.
• Employees working in management or research jobs.
• Key employees in businesses, firms, and organizations operating both domestically and internationally.
• Establish a freelance business.
• University lecturers receive business and management training.
• A management and business consultant for businesses;

2. The curriculum duration

The duration of the curriculum is 18 months (1.5 years). However, depending on the individual circumstances of the student, the time spent studying up until the successful defense of the thesis might last up to 36 months (3 years).

3. Requisite knowledge: 60 credits.

4. Enrollment candidate

Applicants must meet the following prerequisites to be considered for admission to the business administration program at Hoa Sen University:

• Graduated from an educational institution recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training majoring in business administration, logistics, public economic management, marketing management, or other fields related to economics.
• Candidates with a university degree in a major other than the majors mentioned above must study and take additional exams according to the decision of the Ministry of Education and Training before the school issues an exam report.
• Applicants with majors in economics and other majors other than business administration must have at least 2 years of work experience by the time of application. The admissions committee considers the type of graduation to make a decision if seniority is lower.
• Have a clear background.
• Healthy enough to participate in the study.
• Submit all necessary documents on time and completely according to the school’s instructions.

5. Training process, requirement for graduation

Training in accordance with the Postgraduate Education Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS, which the President of Hoa Sen University signed on October 12, 2021.

Graduates with an MBA from Hoa Sen University must fulfill the following criteria:

• Completion of the training program and a training program GPA of 5,5 or above overall (out of a possible 10).
• Submit the thesis after signing confirmation from the instructor.
• There are remarks from independent reviewers.
• In accordance with the regulations on master training issued by the Ministry of Education and Training, the committee’s chairman and supervisor certify that the thesis has been edited in accordance with the committee’s conclusion and enclose a copy of the conclusion of the thesis review committee and the reviewers’ comments for training institutions to use as reference materials at libraries and archives.
• The Board considers a Thesis score of 5,5 or higher to be satisfactory.
• Have a Business Report grade of at least 5,5.
• Publicize the full text of the thesis on the University’s website;
• A minimum of 4 out of 6 on the 6-level foreign language competency framework for Vietnam, or an equivalent level, is required to meet the foreign language standards (Appendix I of Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS).

6. Grading criteria

Note: (*)  Based on training regulations, students achieve cumulative results when their cumulative score is C or higher and the final assessment component score is 4.0 or higher.

7. Content of Curriculum

7.1 General knowledge

Note: L*: Lecture; P*: Practice

7.2 Foundational and specialized knowledge

7.2.1 Foundational knowledge

7.2.2 Specialized knowledge

7.3 Graduation requirements: Students carry out application-oriented dissertations as research results that solve a problem posed in practice or report on organizational and development results which applied a theoretical study, a new model… in the field of specialization into practice.

Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?Kinh doanh 

Hướng ngành: MBA – Quản lý Công  

1. Đối tượng tuyển sinh chương trình Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?Kinh doanh – Quản lý Công:

Người d�?tuyển vào các chương trình Quản tr�?kinh doanh, hướng ngành Quản lý Công của Trường Đại học Hoa Sen cần thỏa các điều kiện tối thiểu sau:

• Đã tốt nghiệp đại học;
• Có lý lịch rõ ràng;
• Có đ�?sức khỏe học tập;
• Nộp h�?sơ đầy đ�? đúng thời hạn theo quy định của trường.

2. Thời gian đào tạo:  

Thời gian đào tạo toàn chương trình Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?Kinh doanh – Quản lý Công là 18 tháng. Tùy điều kiện cá nhân của học viên, thời gian theo học đến khi bảo v�?thành công luận văn có th�?tối đa 3.5 năm.

3. Khối lượng kiến thức toàn khóa: 60 tín ch�? trong đó:

• Kiến thức chuyên ngành: 40 tín ch�?/li>
• Luận văn tốt nghiệp: 20 tín ch�?/li>

4. Danh sách môn học:

5. Chuẩn đầu ra:

Tốt nghiệp chương trình Thạc sĩ Quản tr�?kinh doanh – hướng ngành Quản lý Công của Trường Đại học Hoa Sen, học viên đạt được các kiến thức, k�?năng và thái đ�?sau:

Kiến thức:

• Hiểu được các kiến thức liên ngành có liên quan đến quản lý công công và vận dụng các kiến thức chuyên môn đ�?xây dựng chiến lược kinh doanh phát triển doanh nghiệp.
• Phân tích và đánh giá một cách khoa học, sáng tạo các kiến thức chuyên ngành đ�?áp dụng vào thực tiễn quản tr�? quản lý, điều hành hoạt động của các đơn v�?kinh doanh trong khối hành chính, kinh t�?công.
• Có kiến thức tổng quan v�?phân tích và giải quyết các vấn đ�?v�?hoạch định, t�?chức, triển khai và kiểm tra – giám sát các hoạt động quản tr�?doanh nghiệp trong khối hành chính, kinh t�?công.

 K�?năng:

• Giao tiếp hiệu qu�? chọn lọc đối tác và môi trường kinh doanh đ�?đưa ra quyết định đúng đắn khi lựa chọn đối tác hợp tác kinh doanh và quản tr�?doanh nghiệp.
• Sáng tạo, đổi mới tư duy và tinh thần khởi nghiệp, nhận diện được các cơ hội kinh doanh trong bối cảnh Việt Nam hội nhập ngày càng sâu vào khu vực và toàn cầu.
• Tổng hợp, đánh giá d�?liệu và thông tin đ�?đưa ra giải pháp x�?lý các vấn đ�?một cách khoa học;
• Phân tích, đánh giá và giải quyết các vấn đ�?trong quản lý doanh nghiệp trên cơ s�?nắm vững kiến thức chuyên sâu v�?các lĩnh vực quản tr�?tác nghiệp, quản tr�?tài chính, quản tr�?marketing, quản tr�?chuỗi cung ứng và kiểm soát các hoạt động của doanh nghiệp

Năng lực t�?ch�?và trách nhiệm:

• Học viên th�?hiện đạo đức kinh doanh trong thời đại mới, hướng đến mục tiêu phục v�?lợi ích cộng đồng.
• Có động lực học tập suốt đời, có tinh thần học tập sáng tạo, khám phá, nâng cao kh�?năng hội nhập trong môi trường kinh doanh đa dạng và nhiều biến động; chấp nhận th�?thách trong môi trường thực t�?
• Rèn luyện kh�?năng thích nghi, t�?định hướng và hướng dẫn người khác cùng tham gia phát triển đơn v�? doanh nghiệp;
• Học viên ch�?động cải tiến các hoạt động chuyên môn qua quá trình quản lý, theo dõi, đánh giá các hoạt động của đơn v�?/li>

6. V�?trí việc làm sau tốt nghiệp

Học viên tốt nghiệp có th�?đảm nhiệm các v�?trí:

• Chuyên gia cao cấp quản lý điều hành một s�?mảng chuyên môn, công tác �?các cơ quan quản lý Nhà nước, các đơn v�?s�?nghiệp, hoặc các cơ quan hành chính nhà nước.
• Nghiên cứu viên hoặc �?v�?trí quản lý trong các viện nghiên cứu v�?quản lý hành chính, kinh t�?công.
• Cán b�?ch�?chốt trong các doanh nghiệp, các công ty, tập đoàn kinh doanh trong và ngoài nước.
• Khởi nghiệp kinh doanh độc lập.
• Giảng viên trong các trường đại học đào tạo v�?lĩnh vực kinh doanh và quản lý.
• Chuyên gia tư vấn v�?quản tr�? kinh doanh trong các doanh nghiệp;

This program stands out for its comprehensive coverage of theoretical knowledge in marketing, particularly in the context of the digital age. Moreover, it emphasizes real-world experiences, enabling students to apply management skills and tools effectively while honing their abilities to develop and execute robust brand strategies.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) 

Business administration’s Orientation 

1. Training objectives and learning outcomes

1.1 Training objectives

The Master of Business Administration program at Hoa Sen University is oriented toward the Applied Master program. The aims are to assist students in completing, updating, and improving their industry and specialized knowledge, strengthening interdisciplinary knowledge, having in-depth knowledge of business administration and applying that knowledge to professional practice, and having the capacity to work independently, think creatively, and identify and resolve corporate governance issues. Additionally, the program provides students with self-study techniques and inspires them to learn for life.

1.2 Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Hoa Sen University acquire the following competencies:

 Professional capacity

• PLO 1. Applying general and industry-based knowledge in the field of business
• PLO 2. Analyzing problems in business situations
• PLO 3. Evaluating the practice of business management and operations based on the application of specialized knowledge
• PLO 4. Planning a business plan for the company based on industry-based knowledge of corporate governance

Professional skills:

• PLO 5 Applying professional skills to business activities
• PLO 6: Developing an effective team working environment
• PLO 7: Supporting business activities by applying information technology

Level of Autonomy and responsibility:

• PLO 8. Applying with professional ethical standards in organizations
• PLO 9: Developing lifelong learning abilities

1.3 Employment opportunity

The following positions are available to graduates:

• Senior management professionals work in state management agencies, non-business divisions, or state administrative agencies and oversee a variety of professional sectors.
• Employees working in management or research jobs.
• Key employees in businesses, firms, and organizations operating both domestically and internationally.
• Establish a freelance business.
• University lecturers receive business and management training.
• A management and business consultant for businesses;

2. The curriculum duration

The duration of the curriculum is 18 months (1.5 years). However, depending on the individual circumstances of the student, the time spent studying up until the successful defense of the thesis might last up to 36 months (3 years).

3. Requisite knowledge: 60 credits.

4. Enrollment candidate

Applicants must meet the following prerequisites to be considered for admission to the business administration program at Hoa Sen University:

• Graduated from an educational institution recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training majoring in business administration, logistics, public economic management, marketing management, or other fields related to economics.
• Candidates with a university degree in a major other than the majors mentioned above must study and take additional exams according to the decision of the Ministry of Education and Training before the school issues an exam report.
• Applicants with majors in economics and other majors other than business administration must have at least 2 years of work experience by the time of application. The admissions committee considers the type of graduation to make a decision if seniority is lower.
• Have a clear background.
• Healthy enough to participate in the study.
• Submit all necessary documents on time and completely according to the school’s instructions.

5. Training process, requirement for graduation

Training in accordance with the Postgraduate Education Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS, which the President of Hoa Sen University signed on October 12, 2021.

Graduates with an MBA from Hoa Sen University must fulfill the following criteria:

• Completion of the training program and a training program GPA of 5,5 or above overall (out of a possible 10).
• Submit the thesis after signing confirmation from the instructor.
• There are remarks from independent reviewers.
• In accordance with the regulations on master training issued by the Ministry of Education and Training, the committee’s chairman and supervisor certify that the thesis has been edited in accordance with the committee’s conclusion and enclose a copy of the conclusion of the thesis review committee and the reviewers’ comments for training institutions to use as reference materials at libraries and archives.
• The Board considers a Thesis score of 5,5 or higher to be satisfactory.
• Have a Business Report grade of at least 5,5.
• Publicize the full text of the thesis on the University’s website;

A minimum of 4 out of 6 on the 6-level foreign language competency framework for Vietnam, or an equivalent level, is required to meet the foreign language standards (Appendix I of Regulation 2075/QD-ĐHHS).

6. Grading criteria

Note: (*)  Based on training regulations, students achieve cumulative results when their cumulative score is C or higher and the final assessment component score is 4.0 or higher

7. Content of Curriculum

Program level                                   : Master

Major                                                : English Language Studies

Program code                                   : 8220201

1. Training objectives and learning outcomes

1.1 Training objectives

The Master’s program in English Language Studies of Hoa Sen University is designed on the basis of combining theoretical background knowledge in the fields of applied linguistic and cultural studies with contemporary discussions and debates on the evolution of language and culture in the era of science, technology and globalization.
On that basis, the program develops students�?different disciplinary perspectives, including linguistic, cultural, sociological, economical, technological, and pedagogical perspectives, being aware of their multidimensional relationships; from which they form critical applications in language instruction, and other communication activities.
In addition, the program also equips students with research competence through evaluating contemporary educational issues in the field of applied linguistics.

1.2 Learning Outcomes

Graduating from the Master of English Studies program, students gain the following knowledge, skills and attitudes:

 Professional capacity

• Construct solid theoretical understanding of linguistics, culture and society and their interrelation as a foundation for acquiring the in-depth knowledge of English teaching;
• Critically appraise and internalize the specialized knowledge of English teaching methodology and assessment in line with the training objectives;

Professional skills:

• Utilize the language flexibly and professionally to communicate in academic and working environments;
• Interpret and apply professional knowledge with the optimization of information technology in teaching, assessment and program design in a variety of educational settings;
• Identify, plan and conduct an education research-based project and suggest solutions to problems arising in teaching practices;

Level of Autonomy and responsibility:

• Develop lifelong learning and initiative in conducting research, updating and applying professional knowledge to meet the ever-changing demands of the society;
• Exhibit responsibility, collaboration, teamwork, professional ethics and diversity embrace in the workplace and with other social relationships;
• Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit, self-direction, and professional leadership.

1.3 Employment opportunity

• Teach at national and international universities and colleges;
• Participate in research projects related to language, teaching, educational policies at research institutes, universities, colleges, and domestic and international training centers.

2. The curriculum duration: 24-month full time

3. Requisite knowledge: 60 credits.

4. Enrollment candidate

To be eligible for an offer, applicants to Hoa Sen University’s MAE programs need to meet the following in minimum conditions:

• Submit the University GPA and the entrance essay;
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language/English or English Literature;
• Have a clear CV;
• Have enough health to study;
• Submit complete and timely application according to school regulations
• Satisfy the requirements related to the admission process and procedures approved by the Ministry of Education and Training of Viet Nam.

5. Training process, requirement for graduation

Training according to the Master’s training regulations (ĐT-QC-06) signed on April 22, 2016 by the Principal of Hoa Sen University.

• Complete the Training Program and have an overall average score of 5.5 or higher for all modules in the Training Program (on a 10-point scale);
• Have a graduation thesis defense score of 5.5 or higher;
• Submitted the thesis and was evaluated by the Council as satisfactory or higher, with confirmation from the instructor and the Chairman of the Council that the thesis has been edited according to the Council’s conclusions, and attached a copy of the conclusion. Essays of the thesis evaluation committee and comments of reviewers for the school to use as reference documents at the Library and archive according to regulations;
• The entire thesis has been publicly announced on the University’s website;
• Meets the foreign language proficiency level 2 requirements of level 4/6 according to Vietnam’s Foreign Language Competency Framework or equivalent.

6. Grading criteria

Note: (*)  Based on training regulations, students achieve cumulative results when their cumulative score is C or higher and the final assessment component score is 4.0 or higher.

7. Content of Curriculum

7.1 General knowledge

7.2 Foundational and Professional knowledge Courses

7.2.1 Foundational knowledge

Core Courses

• Elective Courses:

7.2.2 Professional knowledge

Core courses:

Elective Courses:

7.3 Graduation