Business Roundtable 2025: Shaping Accounting and Auditing Talent in the Digital Era

TDTU, 23/07/2025

On July 18, 2025, the Faculty of Accounting at Ton Duc Thang University successfully hosted the 6th Business Roundtable under the theme “Shaping Accounting and Auditing Talent in the Digital Era.” The event welcomed representatives from professional associations (VACPA, IIA, ACCA, CPA Australia), Big4 firms (PwC, EY, KPMG), more than 30 partner enterprises, and the entire faculty team.

The roundtable aimed to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry in order to align curricula with modern, practical, and internationally integrated approaches. In her opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Thi My Hanh, Dean of the Faculty of Accounting, emphasized the importance of embracing global trends in technology, data, and integration in accounting and auditing education.

During the discussion, delegates highlighted the need for students to be equipped with knowledge of IFRS, internal auditing, and global taxation, along with technology skills in AI, big data, analytical software, and digital auditing. Employers also underscored the importance of critical thinking, data analysis, and adaptability as key attributes for future professionals.

As part of the event, Dr. Nguyen Duy Suu, Vice Dean of the Faculty, introduced the new Auditing program, officially launched in 2025. The curriculum integrates technology and data practices to meet industry needs. Enterprises expressed appreciation for the quality of TDTU students and pledged continued support through resources, information, internships, and career opportunities.

In closing, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Thi My Hanh extended her gratitude to all partners and reaffirmed the Faculty’s commitment to innovation, particularly in developing the Auditing major and enhancing data analytics capabilities. The roundtable concluded successfully, with strong expectations for sustainable cooperation between the university and businesses in the future.

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Group photo taken at the Business Roundtable Conference

 

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Group photo taken at the Business Roundtable Conference

 

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lê Thị Mỹ Hạnh – Dean of the Faculty of Accounting, delivering a speech at the Conference

 

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Dr. Trần Khánh Lâm – Vice President and General Secretary of the Vietnam Association of Certified Public Accountants (VACPA), delivering a presentation at the Conference

 

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Mr. Châu Thành Tài – Head of Education, IT and Communications, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Vietnam & Director of Education and Technology, DTRS Academy, delivering a presentation at the Conference

 

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Mr. Thái Bá Bảo Khoa – Senior Manager, PwC Vietnam, delivering a presentation at the Conference

 

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Ms. Ngô Thị Thúy Hòa – Director of Audit and Assurance, EY Vietnam, delivering a presentation at the Conference

 

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Ms. Nguyễn Thùy Mai – Head of Human Resources, KPMG Vietnam, delivering a presentation at the Conference

 

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Dr. Nguyễn Duy Sữu – Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Accounting, presenting the Auditing Program at the Conference

 

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Ms. Trần Thị Ngọc Hương – TDTU Alumna, Deputy Head of Credit Department, Vietcombank, delivering a speech at the Conference

 

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Ms. Trần Thị Hồng Loan – Representative of Dai Bac Mien Nam Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company, delivering a speech at the Conference

 

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Ms. Trần Thị Minh Hồng – Representative of Chân Nhân Tax Agency Joint Stock Company, delivering a speech at the Conference

 

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Mr. Lê Hoài Phương – Representative of U&I Auditing Company Limited, delivering a speech at the Conference

 

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Ms. Nguyễn Thị Mỹ Linh – Representative of Tasco Tax Consulting Services Co., Ltd., delivering a speech at the Conference

 

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Mr. Nguyễn Duy Mạnh – Director of AACS Auditing Co., Ltd., delivering a speech at the Conference