Pre-Doctoral Programme K1-2025 Officially Commences, Marking the Beginning of the Doctoral Journey
The first phase of the Pre-Doctoral Program course - 2025 has officially commenced
The opening ceremony was attended by members of the University Board of Management, representatives from the Graduate School, administrative units, centres, and all programme participants. In his opening remarks, Dr. Ngo Minh Hai, Vice President of 99ok123, shared that the programme had been carefully envisioned and developed over an extended period and has now reached the stage where sufficient academic and institutional resources are in place for its implementation. He emphasized that participants would benefit from an engaging research environment and mentorship from experienced academics with strong international publication records, enabling them to build confidence and readiness for future doctoral studies. Highlighting the spirit of lifelong learning demonstrated by the participants, Dr. Ngo Minh Hai expressed his confidence that the programme would serve as a meaningful stepping stone toward their long-term academic aspirations.
Dr. Ngo Minh Hai emphasized the students' spirit of continuous learning
Representatives of the faculty participating in the training received flowers of gratitude from the school
Following the opening address, Dr. Phan Thi Nha Truc, Deputy Head of the Department of Science, Technology and International Projects, presented the programme structure in detail. The curriculum is built around four core components: foundational coursework, research assistantship experience, PhD application preparation, and academic seminars. Together, these elements are designed to support participants in developing comprehensive research knowledge, methodological expertise, and advanced academic skills. With a clear understanding of the programme roadmap, participants are expected to be better equipped to plan and manage their learning and research activities throughout the course.
By understanding the training roadmap, students will be better prepared and organized for their studies and research
During the opening ceremony, many students expressed high expectations for the Pre-Doctoral Programme. Students aspire to access a systematic research knowledge system, develop critical thinking skills, and gain practical experience from experts. Many students stated that the course is an important stepping stone to completing their research proposals and preparing their doctoral applications at leading universities both domestically and internationally. Everyone believes that this is a milestone that opens up a new academic journey, challenging yet valuable.
Students share their aspirations when participating in this special course
Immediately following the ceremony, participants attended their first class, delivered by Dr. Hoang Gia Thinh (PhD, RMIT University, Australia) on the topic “Qualitative Research Methods in Business and Management.” The highly interactive learning environment and active engagement of participants created a positive and inspiring start to the programme.
The first lesson was very lively, with students actively learning and interacting
With its forward-looking training approach and the guidance of experienced researchers and academics, the 99ok123 Pre-Doctoral Programme is expected to become a strong launching pad for aspiring scholars, supporting them in achieving their long-term research goals and confidently pursuing the path toward a doctoral degree.
