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A NEW CYBER SECURITY CENTER BY EIU AND ARIS SNAPSHOT AY 2022/2023

HAVE A GREAT september

The Cyber Security Center will be used for multiple purposes to serve EIU lecturers, students, and staff as well as the wider community

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ASHLEY FURNITURE CAREER DAY

PAGE 10 DESIGN THINKING WORKSHOP

PAGE 08 ANALYSIS OF THE HR STRATEGY OF CAMSO PAGE 15

27 companies offered internship programs to EIU’s students.

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INTERNSHIP

EIU organized 30 field trips for 744 students

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FIELD TRIPS

EIU hosted 5 Career Days.

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CAREER DAY

MESSAGE FROM EIU CHAIRMAN

A NEW CYBER SECURITY CENTER JOINTLY ESTABLISHED BY EIU, VIETNAM AND ARIS, JAPAN

The School of Computing and Information Technology (CIT) at Eastern International University (EIU) welcomes this unique cooperation between EIU, Vietnam and ARIS, Japan to open a very important Cyber Security Center for our EIU students and faculty, and to serve the local community. The agreement began with the formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on August 30, 2022 between these two organizations. The inauguration ceremony of this new Cyber Security Center was held at EIU on June 30, 2023 with participations from EIU, Vietnam, ARIS, Japan, and many local and regional organizations.

The new Cyber Security Center at EIU can be viewed as a state-of-the-art facility that offers students hands-on learning experiences and trainings using real-world applications for career focusing on Cybersecurity, Cyber defense, and related operations that are currently in high demand. One of the primary goals of CIT and EIU is to prepare best graduates and highly skilled workforce for this province and for the entire nation. This newly established Cyber Security Center serves as an invaluable resource and directly contributes towards such mission by providing opportunity for enhanced training and career development in rapidly growing industries around the region.

Narayan Chandra Debnath PhD, DSc Dean, School of Computing and Information Technology

The new Cybersecurity Center at EIU, in close collaboration with ARIS, Japan, will primarily focus on education, research, and most importantly, further developing partnership between industry and academia

The Cyber Security Center will be used for multiple purposes to serve EIU lecturers, students, and staff as well as the wider community. The primary activities will include (a) train students on cyber security topics, (b) perform faculty research and student projects, (c) student-faculty research on cyber security and closely related areas, and (d) organize seminars and training programs for industries. For providing students with an interactive and practical learning environment, the Cyber Security Center can be used for training security-related and other courses in current CIT programs including Computer security, Web security, Network security, Network design and analysis, and a newly proposed course on Cybersecurity.

In recent years, the academic community has focused on 2 emerging areas of computing: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity within the disciplines of Computing, Computer Science, and Information Technology. These two emerging fields have been growing rapidly and making significant progress in many areas of research and developments. As a result, Cyber Security Center will be open to all EIU lecturers, students, and staff in conducting a wide range of inter-disciplinary research in the field of cyber security including, but not limited to, Threat Awareness, Intrusion Detection and Protection System, AI and Machine Learning for Security, Security in IoT and Edge Computing along with 0ther emerging applications.

In summary, the new Cybersecurity Center at EIU, in close collaboration with ARIS, Japan, will primarily focus on education, research, and most importantly, to further develop partnership between industry and academic. This is truly a great achievement for both ARIS, Japan and EIU, Vietnam towards serving EIU community along with the local and global communities to encourage further national and international collaborations among scholars, researchers, professionals, and practitioners across the globe.

ASHLEY FURNITURE: AN ENGAGING CAREER DAY

Held at the EIU campus, the event aimed to bridge academia and industry, spotlighting workplace intricacies, crucial skill development, alumni stories, and career paths.

Workplace insights:

Unveiling Ashley Furniture’s operational insights took center stage, granting students an exclusive look at the company’s departments—shedding light on realworld supply chain practices, from manufacturing to logistics.

Essential Skills for Success

The event stressed vital skills for thriving in supply chain management, with industry experts from Ashley Furniture highlighting technical proficiency, interpersonal finesse, and leadership acumen.

Career Guidance from Alumni

EIU alumni, working in Ashley Furniture, candidly shared their journeys—shedding light on challenges, seizing opportunities, and lessons learned. This gave students a pragmatic view of supply chain career possibilities.

Student’s Perspective: Learning and Inspiration

Students lauded the event’s practicality, bridging theory with practice. They found the blend of operational insights and alumni interaction inspiring, helping them envision successful supply chain careers.

In essence, Ashley Furniture’s August 9th Career Day exemplified the fusion of academia and industry exposure. Through such events, EIU nurtures adept supply chain professionals, primed for success in their journeys ahead.

Ashley Furniture, the global furniture leader, orchestrated an illuminating career day on August 9th, 2023, for EIU Business School’s Supply Chain Management students. This event offered students a firsthand peek into the world of supply chain management and Ashley’s operations.

HIIVE BINH DUONG

January 2023

30 744

This academic year, EIU has conducted fields trips for students. Let’s take a glance at the three having the most attended field trips.

OMRON HEALTHCARE MANUFACTURING VIETNAM

April 2023

VNTTS

Date: 20/10/2022

Number of students attended: 35 CIT students

ORTHOLITE VIETNAM

June 2023

LONGOOD INTELLIGENT ELECTRIC VIETNAM

Date: 27/10/2022

Number of students attended: 42 BBS students

TECHCOMBANK BINH DUONG

September 2023

BONFIGLIOLI VIETNAM

Date: 27/10/2022

Number of students attended: 37 SOE students

During Quarters 2 and 3 of AY 2022/2023, in an innovative and mutually beneficial collaboration, the students of EIU, under the instruction of their lecturers, completed 8 practical projects, assisting the companies in various aspects of their business, from conducting market research to analyzing business strategy. The list of projects are:

• Business Development Market Research for AirCity

• Evaluate Marketing Strategies in Finance Perspectives for Uyen Khang Villa Dalat

• Digital Marketing Plan for Uyen Khang Villa Dalat

• Analysis of Business Strategy of Pora Furniture Company from 2023-2025

• Analysis of Business Strategy of Dam Sen Cultural Center from 2023-2025

• Analysis of HR Strategy of Camso Vietnam

• Promotion and Communication Plan of Nho – Healthy Lifestyle Store

• Integrated Hospitality Management of Becamex Business Incubator

ANALYSIS OF THE HR STRATEGY OF CAMSO

In the realm of business, people power propels success. Camso Vietnam (Michelin) acknowledges this truth, advancing its human resources (HR) strategy. In just 50 days, EIU students collaborated to refine Camso’s HR practices, fostering efficiency. Let’s delve into their approach:

Firstly, Understanding the Present

The initial step involved scrutinizing Camso’s existing HR practices. Identifying strengths, weaknesses, and growth opportunities set the stage for focused analysis.

Secondly, Spotting Challenges and Navigating Roadblocks

Pinpointing a specific HR challenge provided direction. This enabled the team to develop targeted solutions.

Thirdly, Informed decision: Research and Insights

Thorough research armed the team with insights, enabling evidence-backed recommendations aligned with industry best practices.

Finally, Creating a Path: Crafting an Action Plan

Leveraging insights and data, an actionable plan emerged. It outlined steps to address HR challenges, proposing policy adjustments and procedure enhancements.

What have the students gained after the project?

Feedback from stakeholders - students, lecturer, and the company - painted a vivid picture of impact. Students lauded the real-world experience and practical insights gained. The lecturer emphasized the project’s value, while Camso endorsed the alignment of student strategies with their vision. This collaboration exemplifies successful HR intervention and industry-academia synergy.

DESIGN THINKING WORKSHOP

In August 2023, OCE hosted a comprehensive Design Thinking workshop led by Barnabas Chiang, a design thinking coach within OCE. The workshop, spanning three sessions, aimed to equip participants from OCE, OIA, BBI, and FabLab with vital problem-solving skills.

Design thinking focuses on innovative problem-solving by understanding user needs and root causes. For example, when addressing the issue of young professionals struggling to maintain a healthy diet, design thinking goes beyond the surface to explore underlying challenges like time management.

The significance of design thinking lies in its holistic perspective, merging aspects of business, logic, society, and emotions to foster practical creativity. It encourages curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning, enabling organizations to adapt and innovate.

The EIU Design Thinking workshop stands as a foundational pillar for enhancing problem-solving skills and driving innovation, in line with our commitment to empowering team members for collective success.

Design thinking extends beyond specific issues, enabling us to rethink business models, foster a transformative company culture, adapt to evolving market trends, redefine business value, and address significant societal challenges. This adaptability underscores our dedication to holistic growth and constructive change.

The workshop, guided by Barnabas, offered hands-on skill acquisition. Participants were empowered to identify genuine problems, generate innovative ideas, and apply them practically using provided techniques and a real-world case study.

In the post-workshop phase, Barnabas continued to support participants on their learning journey, offering guidance as they applied Design Thinking principles within their individual workplace settings.

In today’s rapidly evolving job market, the transition from university life to a full-fledged career can be both exciting and daunting for students. They often face numerous questions about their chosen professions, industry trends, and how to stand out in a competitive job market. Recognizing these challenges, EIU has taken a proactive approach to bridge the gap between academia and the workforce with its EIU Alumni Sharing Series. On April 21, 2023, the program marked a significant milestone with its Inaugural Round-table Discussion, where alumni and experts in Supply Chain shared their invaluable experiences.

EIU ALUMNI SHARING SERIESINAUGURAL ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

Here is a deeper look at how the program is helping the EIU students as they embark on their professional journeys:

Guidance

Alumni can offer valuable insights and advice to students, helping them navigate the challenges of transitioning into the workforce by sharing their personal experiences, discussing career paths, and offering guidance on professional development.

Networking Opportunities

The Alumni Sharing Series is a dedicated platform allowing alumni to expand their professional connections and build relationships within their field of expertise. During the event, students can establish connections with alumni and companies that may lead to job opportunities.

Staying Current with Industry Trends

In today’s fast-paced world, staying up to date with industry trends and technological advancements is crucial. Alumni and experts from the industry can provide students with real-time insights into the latest developments in their fields. This ensures that students are wellprepared for the challenges and opportunities awaiting them upon graduation.

Bridging the Recruitment Gap Alumni often maintain strong ties with their employers. Through the Alumni Sharing Series, they can communicate their organizations’ recruitment needs directly to students. This direct link between alumni and the job market can be a game-changer for students seeking employment opportunities. It also benefits alumni by allowing them to identify and hire promising young talent from EIU.

Sponsors for the Inaugural Roundtable Discussion

Fostering a Sense of Community

Community building is at the heart of this initiative. Alumni come together not only to give back to EIU but also to help the next generation succeed. this sense of community fosters a positive and supportive environment at EIU where knowledge and experience are freely shared, creating a culture of lifelong learning and growth.

Sponsors Driving Success

Behind the scenes, the EIU Alumni Sharing Series owes much of its success to the generous support of its sponsors. These organizations share EIU’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of professionals. The sponsors for this initiative included SF International, IMPC, AbinBev, Rebisco, May Station, Lantera and Trinh Gia Phat. Their contributions not only help fund the program but also underscore the importance of collaboration between academia and industry.

For Academic Year 2022/2023, 27 companies offered internship programs for 70 students from Becamex Business School (BBS), School of Engineering (SOE) and School of Computing and Information Technology (CIT).

Companies that offered Internship places in AY 2022/2023:

Longood

Baosteel Can Making

Detmold Packaging

Datahouse Asia, Binh Duong

Bui Thi Hoa & Bui Thi Phi Chau (BBS) U&I LOGISTICS COPORATION

Nguyen Quang Giap (SOE) CICOR VIETNAM

Doan Minh Tu (CIT) FAR EASTERN POLYTEX VIETNAM

EIU ALUMNI EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2023-2025

A new board of EIU Alumni Executive Committee was elected on Saturday, 29th July 2023 to continue the mission of connecting generations of EIU alumni with the school and the current EIU students.

The election for the new EXCO Members unfolded on the EIU campus on Saturday, July 29th, 2023. The event was witnessed by EIU Leaders Mr. Nguyen Tan Loi, Chairman, and Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Huy, Vice President, alongside school delegates and alumni from various generations.

After a productive four-year term marked by impactful events, the first EIU Alumni Executive Committee has successfully completed its mission of connecting EIU alumni with the institution and current students. The transition to a new EXCO took place on July 29th, 2023, with Ms. Trinh Hoang Truc Linh, a senior executive at Lazada VN and an EIU School of Business alumna, being elected as the new President and 14 other members emerged victorious through the votes of attending alumni

In her inaugural address as the President, Ms. Linh expressed her commitment, together with other EXCO Members to carry forward the Alumni’s mission. The focus remains steadfast: nurturing the EIU alumni community and enriching its collective experience through initiatives that hold substantial value for each member. The newly appointed EXCO members will carry out the following strategic missions:

1. Promoting communication activities and the good image of the EIU alumni community.

2. Organizing connecting events to strengthen the relationships between the alumni and students, as well as other partners.

3. Building and implementing platforms to support the alumni community to develop their careers as well as their self-development.

4. Implementing meaningful and useful projects and ideas to serve the community.

1. Ms. Trịnh Hoàng Trúc Linh – EIU Alumni President K1, Becamex Business School Senior Leader Customer Service - Regional Escalation & Court Team, Lazada

2. Mr. Nguyễn Tiến Phát – EIU Alumni Vice-President K1, Becamex Business School Operations Manager, Becamex International Hospital

3. Ms. Nguyễn Thanh Trúc – Executive K1, Becamex Business School Deputy Manager of Digital Innovation Department, KPMG VN

4. Mr. Phan Trọng Nghĩa – Executive K1, Becamex Business School Accounting Manager - Chief Accountant, ECCO VN

5. Mr. Lê Hồng Liêm – Executive K1, School of Nursing Lecturer, School of Nursing, Eastern International University

6. Mr. Nguyễn Đức Nhân – Executive K1, Becamex Business School General Manager of Becamex Binh Duong Youth Football Training Center

7. Ms. Trần Thị Thu Trinh – Executive K1, Becamex Business School Event Team Leader, Urban Development, Becamex IDC

8. Mr. Ngô Thành Quy – Executive K1, Becamex Business School Sales Manager, Hon Chuan VN

9. Mr. Nguyễn Hoàng Hiếu – Executive K2, School of Computing and Information Technology Fullstack Software Developer, Spiderbox

10. Ms. Lê Hải Phụng – Executive K2, Becamex Business School CEO, Nam Cuong Shophouse

11. Ms. Đặng Thị Lan Anh - Executive K3, School of Nursing CEO - EMIA International Beauty Clinic & EMIA International Beauty Academy

12. Mr. Trần Hữu Đức – Executive K6, Becamex Business School Assistant of Board of President, Eastern International University

13. Ms. Trần Ngọc Thanh Duy – Executive K6, Becamex Business School Assistant to CEO, Detmold Packaging

14. Ms. Phạm Thu Phượng – Executive K6, Becamex Business School Administration Executive, Detmold Packaging

15. Ms. Phạm Nguyễn Khánh Vân – Executive K6, School of Engineering SOC - CPU Structural Physical Design Engineer, Intel VN

Let’s unite and dedicate ourselves together to our mission - “Proundly serve the community”

NGUYEN TIEN PHAT EIU Alumni Vice-President

TRINH HOANG TRUC LINH EIU Alumni President

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