In celebration of 30 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Vietnam, IIE is thrilled to announce Vietnam as the next focus country for the International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP). Thanks to generous sponsorship and collaboration from the Mission Vietnam, IAPP Vietnam is dedicated to developing new partnerships and deepening existing ones between U.S. and Vietnamese institutions of higher education. As a participant of IAPP Vietnam, you and your institution will be guided through developing a campus-wide strategic plan for engaging with partners in Vietnam. This comprehensive, 9-month program includes guided strategic planning, mentorship, informational webinars, and a study tour to Vietnam. During the study tour, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the Vietnamese higher education system, as well as explore opportunities for partnerships and new connections with key decision makers in the region. The Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) will help select participating Vietnamese institutions.

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STEM FOCUS

Prioritization is focused on higher education institutions that provide education and training in key technology fields for digital transformation and green transformation such as information and communication technology (ICT), semiconductor circuit boards (VMBD), artificial intelligence (AI), automation (TU), biotechnology (CNSH), advanced materials (VLTT) and green energy (NLX). Other critical areas include international law, agriculture and sustainability, healthcare, education, Southeast Asian studies, and Vietnamese language studies.

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CORE IAPP SERVICES

• Strategic planning process, including guidelines for assessing on-campus international partnership capacity and developing practical strategic plans for partnership activities in Vietnam.
• Expert advice and guidance on developing or expanding a strategic plan for partnerships with Vietnam, by one of the members of the IAPP Vietnam Advisory Board and IIE staff.
• A U.S. higher education delegation to Vietnam that will include visits with higher institutions, education exchange organizations and government entities in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Participants are responsible for covering their international airfare and a standard one-time program fee. See below for pricing details.
• A series of training webinars, focused on topics such as implementing strategic partnerships, developing a consolidated Vietnam strategy, and the Vietnamese higher education landscape.

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SEED GRANT OPPORTUNITY

Unique to this IAPP is the opportunity to apply for seed grant funding for new U.S.-Vietnamese partnerships at the conclusion of the program. More information will be provided during the program.

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PROGRAM DETAILS AND APPLICATION

Eligibility: IAPP Vietnam is open to all accredited U.S. colleges and universities. Current IIENetwork membership will be a consideration in selection.

Application Deadline: December 20, 2024

Study Tour Dates: March 31 – April 4, 2025

Cost: $7,000 for two representatives from the same institution (recommended). For institutions only interested in sending one representative, the fee is $5,000. All participants will travel together in both cities, but there will be two tracks offered within each city to maximize the breadth of institutions we visit. The program fee will cover all in-country costs including meals, domestic travel, and hotels.