INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY SIGNS PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE INNOVATION-DRIVEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION

On the morning of March 19, 2026, International University – a member of Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) – held a working session and signed a cooperation agreement with the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Incubator Co., Ltd. under Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU-Hanoi) and Grok Vietnam Co., Ltd.. The event marks a significant milestone in strengthening collaboration between the University and its partners to foster an innovation ecosystem and promote education for sustainable development.

The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Incubator Co., Ltd., a unit affiliated with VNU-Hanoi, plays a key role in advancing the university-based startup ecosystem through project incubation, training, and resource networking. The incubator supports students and startup teams in refining ideas, developing business models, and moving toward product commercialization.

Grok Vietnam, a member of Grok Global, specializes in supporting universities in internationalizing education through global market engagement and strategic development. With extensive experience and a broad international network, Grok partners with higher education institutions to promote innovation, design practice-oriented and sustainability-driven programs, and enhance competitiveness and global integration in the evolving education landscape.

During the meeting, the parties discussed and agreed on several strategic areas of cooperation. In the field of innovation-driven entrepreneurship, they will jointly implement project incubation initiatives and co-organize training programs, workshops, and seminars to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among students. Through these initiatives, students will gain access to practical models, further develop creative ideas, and gradually bring startup projects to fruition.

International University signed a cooperation agreement with the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Incubator Co., Ltd., an affiliate of VNU Hanoi.

In addition, collaboration in education for sustainable development will be a major focus. The partners agree to jointly design and deliver programs and courses that integrate innovation with sustainability, aligned with the Education for Sustainable Development agenda toward 2030. These activities aim not only to raise awareness but also to provide students with hands-on opportunities to engage in real-world projects, thereby strengthening creative thinking, problem-solving capacity, and entrepreneurial skills.

Dr. Tran Thi Ngoc Diep, Director of the Center for Innovation and Technology Transfer at International University, signed the agreement with Ms. Pham Thi Phuong Thao, Director of Grok Vietnam Co., Ltd.

Dr. Tran Thi Ngoc Diep, Director of the Center for Innovation and Technology Transfer at International University, stated: “Through this partnership, our students will have greater opportunities to experience real-world working environments, engage with societal challenges, and develop comprehensive skills essential in an increasingly globalized context. At the same time, stronger university–industry linkages will help cultivate a dynamic ecosystem of learning, innovation, and creativity that meets the demands of modern society.”

The signing ceremony not only marks an important milestone in the partnership among the institutions but also opens up broader international collaboration opportunities, enhancing the capacity to implement innovation and sustainable education initiatives. By leveraging shared resources and global partner networks, the parties aim to achieve their strategic goals while contributing to the advancement of VNU-HCM’s position, with the long-term aspiration of ranking among the Top 200 universities in Asia.