Topic: “International Branch Campuses: New Approaches for Multinational Higher Education Institutions in Emerging Countries”

Objectives: Higher education is changing very quickly, and countries like Vietnam are now at the center of this global transformation. We are witnessing a time when students are not only looking for education in their home country, but also want to access the best opportunities that are offered by the world’s best universities. International branch campuses (IBCs) can play a key role in offering world-class education in emerging countries in general and in Vietnam in particular. By doing so, IBCs help broaden access to international education and facilitate global knowledge exchange without requiring students to leave their home countries. As we know, setting up and running these campuses are not easy. There are many challenges, including but not limited to regulatory barriers and cultural differences. Today, we have experts from around the world who will share their experiences and insights on how we can make IBCs a success.

Facts and fingers:

• More than 300 representatives
• Over 90 educational institutions, organisations and businesses
• 25 embassies in Vietnam