UEH INSTITUTE OF INNOVATION
Technology & Innovation
The Technology & Innovation program educates students to become managers who understand and apply emerging technologies (AI, Big Data, VR/AR) within innovation-driven business contexts, thereby delivering technological solutions with impact across local economic sectors. The program also provides structured collaboration with enterprises and overseas universities, enabling students to undertake authentic industry projects and to gain experience in contemporary professional environments.
Upon graduation, students are qualified to work in companies and multinational corporations in technology-solution development and delivery; in public/private entities responsible for science and technology transfer; in innovation-driven startups; and in venture capital funds.
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Eligible applicants / Target learners:
High-school graduates.
Technology & Innovation Curriculum
Semester 1 (19 credits)
| Course type | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | Marxist–Leninist Philosophy | 3 |
| Compulsory | Marxist–Leninist Political Economy | 2 |
| Compulsory | Ho Chi Minh’s Ideology | 2 |
| Compulsory | General English | 4 |
| Compulsory | Introduction to Psychology | 2 |
| Compulsory | Business Entrepreneurship | 1 |
| Compulsory | Soft Skills | 2 |
| Compulsory | Mathematics for Computing | 3 |
Semester 2 (20 credits)
| Course type | Course (English translation) | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | History of the Communist Party of Vietnam | 2 |
| Compulsory | Scientific Socialism | 2 |
| Compulsory | English for Technology, Media & Design (Module 1) | 3 |
| Compulsory | Design Thinking | 2 |
| Compulsory | Introduction to Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 2 |
| Compulsory | Fundamentals of Programming | 3 |
| Compulsory | Big Data & Applications | 3 |
| Compulsory | Economics | 3 |
Semester 3 (21 credits)
| Course type | Course (English translation) | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | Fundamentals of Machine Learning | 3 |
| Compulsory | Scientific Research Methodology | 3 |
| Compulsory | Application Programming | 3 |
| Compulsory | Web Development & Design | 3 |
| Compulsory | Advanced Data Science | 3 |
| Compulsory | Introduction to Data Analytics | 3 |
| Compulsory | Innovation Management | 3 |
Semester 4 (20 credits)
| Course type | Course (English translation) | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | English for Technology, Media & Design (Module 2) | 3 |
| Compulsory | Sustainable Development | 2 |
| Compulsory | Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| Compulsory | Mobile Application Development | 3 |
| Compulsory | Introduction to Human–Computer Interaction | 3 |
| Compulsory | Innovation Culture | 3 |
| Compulsory | Digital Transformation in Business | 3 |
Semester 5 (20 credits)
| Course type | Course (English translation) | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | Data Visualization | 3 |
| Compulsory | Fundamentals of Digital Systems | 3 |
| Compulsory | New Product Management & Development | 3 |
| Compulsory | Innovation Practicum | 3 |
| Compulsory | Industry Immersion – Technology & Innovation | 5 |
| Compulsory | AI in Business | 3 |
Semester 6 (15 credits)
| Course type | Course (English translation) | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | Information Security | 3 |
| Compulsory | Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Elective | Advanced Human–Computer Interaction | 3 |
| Elective | AI Project | 3 |
| Elective | Database Management Systems | 3 |
| Elective | Data Mining | 3 |
| Elective | Data Structures & Algorithms | 3 |
| Elective | Applied Natural Language Processing | 3 |
| Elective | Intelligent Management / Decision Support Systems | 3 |
| Elective | Innovation Marketing Strategy | 3 |
| Elective | New Venture Projects | 3 |
| Elective | Service Innovation | 3 |
| Elective | Social Innovation | 3 |
| Elective | Intellectual Property Asset Management | 3 |
| Elective | Leadership in the Digital Age | 3 |
| Elective | Technology Commercialization | 3 |
| Elective | Consumer Behavior | 3 |
| Elective | Startup Finance | 3 |
| Elective | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| Elective | Project Appraisal / Evaluation | 3 |
| Elective | Business Analysis | 3 |
* Choose electives as offered. Each elective carries 3 credits.
Semester 7 (10 credits)
| Course type | Course (English translation) | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | Internship & Graduation Project – Technology & Innovation | 10 |
Program learning outcomes (PLOs)
1. Knowledge
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Understand (2) fundamentals of mathematics, informatics, data science, and the national political–social–legal context and sustainable development, thereby informing the development of technology products and the resolution of issues in technology and innovation.
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Apply (3) knowledge of technology and innovation to advance business and the trade of goods and services, addressing comprehensive cross-/interdisciplinary problems in technology and innovation.
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Apply (3) a solid theoretical foundation in innovation and critical thinking within professional domains in enterprises and organizations.
2. Skills
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Demonstrate (3) organizational capability, collaboration, and teamwork in executing technology and innovation projects; position oneself and inspire others in multidisciplinary and multicultural professional settings.
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Demonstrate (3–4) critical thinking; recognize potential; and develop (3–4) effective solutions to lead organizations in technology adoption and innovation practice.
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Analyze (3–4) data, explain (3–4) results, and solve (3–4) business, technology, and innovation problems through technological applications.
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Understand (2) the global environment—including politics, economics, culture, technology, international markets, and intercultural communication—to integrate and contribute to sustainability.
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Communicate (2–3) professionally in a foreign language at the required basic level (use, discuss, interpret).
3. Autonomy & Responsibility
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Identify (4) the importance of ethical conduct and professional/social responsibility in digital work environments.
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Prioritize (4) environmental and social considerations when addressing professional problems.
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Develop (3) habits and actions for continuous self-improvement oriented toward community, social responsibility, and sustainability.
Additional graduation requirements
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Foreign-language proficiency at Level 3/6 of the Vietnamese six-level framework (equivalent to TOEIC 500).
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IT certification pursuant to Decision No. 2322/QĐ-ĐHKT-ĐBCLPTCT (08/07/2024) on undergraduate IT learning outcomes at UEH.
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Physical Education certificate.
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National Defense Education certificate.
Career opportunities
1. Technology Solution Providers / Multinational Corporations
Typical roles: Administrator, operations specialist, consultant in technology, innovation, and new business/product development units.
Representative responsibilities:
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Contribute to strategies and plans for applied technology and new product development.
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Research and enhance existing products.
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Build technological advantages in products.
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Evaluate product quality internally and in the market.
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Prepare documentation for certifying new product quality.
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Inspect and supervise product quality.
2. Public / Private Science & Technology Transfer Units
Typical roles: Specialist in technology transfer and related positions.
Representative responsibilities:
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Manage and develop R&D / technology-transfer projects.
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Monitor progress and assess the effectiveness of ongoing R&D / TT projects.
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Propose and implement strategies and policies to strengthen R&D and technology-transfer performance.
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Plan collaboration and conduct negotiations with partners to implement R&D and TT initiatives.
3. Innovation-Driven Startups
Typical role: Founder / Co-founder / Operator
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Establish or co-establish and operate startups in business applying emerging technologies and/or implementing creative projects.
4. Venture Capital Funds
Typical roles: Investment analyst / consultant
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Support or participate in sourcing startups for investment and initial outreach.
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Support or conduct due diligence on potential investments, analyze markets and financial projections, and negotiate deal terms.
5. Digital Transformation & New Product/Service Projects
Typical roles: Project manager / coordinator
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Support leaders of new product and service development projects.
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Propose solutions to issues arising during project implementation.
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Collect and analyze information from reports; prepare project progress updates.
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