Business in Vietnam

This program is subject to change. The information below will provide an insight into what to expect in 2024

This New Colombo Plan funded program will take you to Vietnam where you will explore the banking and finance practices of Indo Pacific nations.

Vietnam is an increasingly important trading partner to Australia.  It has a rapidly growing trade market and is transitioning to a market based economy. This rapid growth and transition represents significant opportunities for Australian companies and graduates seeking to do business in Vietnam.

During your two week tour you will visit national and transnational organisations, meet with business and government leaders as well as local university students.  You'll undertake language classes and learn about Vietnam's vibrant culture through various activities and visits to local attractions.

Want to find out more? Join program leader Jay Myers and Charles Sturt Global at 7pm AEDT, January 10 to find out more about this great opportunity.  You'll hear more about the program details, academic requirements, funding arrangements and application process. Email Charles Sturt Global for the meeting link .

Program itinerary

Program overview

There are 12 x $3,000 New Colombo Plan mobility grants available for this program for eligible Australian undergraduates

Led by: School of Business

Cost: $6500 - funding of $3000.00 may be available to eligible students

For further details see the financial information tab.

Dates: 16 Jun 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

Places: 12

This program will require minimum numbers to proceed.

Applications

Closed

Eligibility

This program is offered by the Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences and the School of Business.

Relating to courses:

Any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework student enrolled in a course offered by the Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences* at the time of undertaking the program may apply. Your degree must allow for inclusion of an elective subject in the session in which you will travel.

*Excluding School of Psychology students who should apply for the Mental Health Services in Vietnam program, which will be running at this time.

Academic Recognition

Students may be eligible to receive academic recognition upon successful completion of the program. This should be through BUS201 International Project  for undergraduate students or MBA551 International Placement and Study Tour for postgraduate students.

This will require enrolment in, payment of and successful completion of relevant subject.

Financial Information

Program cost

$6500 - funding of $3000.00 may be available to eligible students

Additional details

Exact costs to be advised on notification of successful application.

Students may be eligible to apply for either:

  • Vice-Chancellor Travel Grant of $400. Students must complete all predeparture requirements (see pre-departure tab) before payment can be made.
  • New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant of $3000. The Mobility Program is open to Australian (Australian citizen) university undergraduates aged 18 to 28. Participation by undergraduates over 28 is permitted in some circumstances (as outlined in the 2021 Guidelines). Students must complete all predeparture requirements (see pre-departure tab)  before payment can be made. Please contact csuglobal@csu.edu.au for an application form.

If you’re studying in a Commonwealth supported place and you undertake this program you may be eligible for OS-HELP.
If you are accepted into this program Charles Sturt Global will work with you to check your eligibility for the loan.

Program costs include

  • In-country program fee
  • In-country accommodation
  • In-country transport – during program activities
  • Breakfasts and some lunches and dinners
  • Most social/cultural/tourist activities – as per itinerary
  • In-country support

Program costs exclude

  • Charles Sturt University subject fees
  • Airfares
  • Visas (if applicable)
  • Passports
  • Immunisations and vaccinations
  • Travel insurance
  • Additional local transport
  • Additional meals
  • Additional sightseeing activities
  • Incidentals
  • Gratuities and souvenirs

Pre-departure

All participants will be required to complete mandatory pre-departure requirements. This includes the provision and completion of the following

  • Flight Itinerary*:  You must submit a copy of your E-ticket that clearly lists your dates, flight number/ times from the day you leave Australia until the day you return and confirmation these flights have been paid for.
  • Travel Insurance*:  You will need to ensure you have the appropriate medical and travel insurance from the day you leave Australia until the day you return.  You must submit a copy of your certificate of insurance and your Product Disclosure Statement (PDS). At a minimum your insurance must include:
    • Medical Expenses $500,000
    • Repatriation Expenses $15,000
    • Personal Liability $1,000,000
    • 24hr Emergency Assistance Included
    • COVID 19 cover
  • Passport:  You must submit a copy of your passport (the page where your photo is).
  • Pre-departure modules: You will be registered for online pre-departure training
  • Registration with World Travel Protection (WTP): The app provides immediate access to 24-hour emergency medical assistance (in the event that your own insurer is unavailable), security alerts and detailed country reports. You will need to enable World Travel Protection to access your location so you can receive real-time travel and security support if an incident occurs.
  • Student Declaration form: This will be provided with your acceptance email.
  • Emergency contact form: This will be provided with your acceptance email

In addition to the above requirements your program leader will host a number of online predeparture meetings that you will be expected to attend.

Learning about so many different cultures and meeting such a different group of people is something you can’t experience in classrooms here. Everyone was there for the same reasons; a love of learning, love of travel and curiosity. These things bound us all together.

Michael Jago, Program Participant

Enquiries

Further enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to:

Charles Sturt Global

Charles Sturt University Learning Abroad and Exchange Office
Charles Sturt University
Phone: +61 2 6338 4021
Email: csuglobal@csu.edu.au

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