On May 28 and 29, the delegation of experts from the ASEAN Fellowship 2025 program took part in a series of informal meetups with representatives of Vietnamese businesses and startup support organizations.
Through open and engaging conversations, both sides had the opportunity to exchange practical experiences, professional perspectives, and solutions to promote innovation in education and entrepreneurship – fostering deeper understanding and paving the way for future collaboration.
Workshop on “Globalizing Education & Entrepreneurship” — Featuring Vietnam’s Pioneering Startup Support Organization
Ms. Tu Bui, Community Manager, Business Startup Support Centre (BSSC)
As part of the ASEAN Fellowship 2025 program, experts from Marinduque State University and Iloilo Science and Technology University (Philippines) engaged in in-depth discussions on how to foster innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking in education to promote sustainable development and global integration. By hearing firsthand the stories and experiences of Vietnamese startups and edtech companies, the visiting professors and specialists were inspired to explore new approaches and formulate strategies to better support the next generation of Filipino youth.
A key highlight was the participation of Ms. Tu Bui, a prominent representative from the Business Startup Support Center (BSSC) under the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Union. As the leading organization in Vietnam dedicated to supporting the startup ecosystem, BSSC plays a vital role as a bridge between local founders and global resources. Through her inspiring journey and impactful stories, Ms. Tu provided the delegation with a vivid perspective on Vietnam’s vibrant startup landscape and the center’s mission to strengthen both local and international startup ecosystems.
Ms. Vu Ha Phuong Uyen (Student Exchange Program Manager at SBS) and Ms. Tu Bui posed for a commemorative photo with the expert delegation of the ASEAN Fellowship 2025 program.
With over a decade of experience in corporate marketing and as a startup co-founder herself, Ms. Tu now serves as the Community Manager at BSSC. She brings a balanced, insightful, and approachable perspective on integrating traditional business practices with modern innovation.
Meet the Young Founder of a Vietnamese Tech Startup
Also featured in the program was Mr. Nguyen Quang Anh, Founder and CEO of Studify—an educational technology startup launched in 2024. Studify has made its mark through an interactive and flexible online learning platform that empowers learners to customize their learning experience and choose topics that best suit their interests and goals. Covering a wide range of fields including science, technology, arts, business, wellness, and personal development, Studify offers both learners and educators the freedom to explore and co-create content.
Mr. Nguyen Quang Anh, Founder and CEO of Studify
Mr. Quang Anh’s insights provided the Filipino educators with a fresh and practical view on how innovative curriculum design can meet the evolving needs of a globally connected education system.
An In-Depth Discussion on the Breakthrough Educational Approach: “Innovative Curriculum Design”
One of the key highlights of the program was an in-depth discussion session between lecturers and education experts, focusing on innovative and effective solutions aligned with current educational trends.
The session featured the participation of Ms. Huynh Kim Khanh Tran – Content Manager at Studify, a pioneering organization in the field of online education. With her extensive hands-on experience and forward-thinking approach to curriculum design, Ms. Tran offered valuable insights and shared practical methods to help educators enhance teaching quality and strengthen learner engagement in the digital learning environment.
Ms. Huynh Kim Khanh Tran, Content Manager at Studify, Shares Insights on Innovative Curriculum Design
The event took place in an engaging and lively atmosphere, with active participation from all delegate groups. Together, they explored new directions for building a dynamic educational environment—one that embraces innovative teaching and learning methods while fostering a globally integrated mindset.
The ASEAN Fellowship 2025 concluded with the awarding of certificates of completion to all attending experts, symbolizing a successful collaboration between academia and industry.
Mr. Nguyễn Thăng Long (Head of Training Department at SBS) and Ms. Vu Ha Phuong Uyen (Student Exchange Program Manager at SBS) had the honor of presenting certificates of outstanding completion to the participating experts.
Saigon Business School (SBS) firmly believes that the insights, solutions, and forward-looking ideas generated through the program will strongly contribute to the ongoing advancement and sustainability of education across the ASEAN region.
