UEF students explore the legal framework and technology trends in Vietnam’s securities market

The seminar helped students broaden their understanding of finance and securities

Attending the program from the Faculty of Finance – Accounting was M.A. Nguyễn Nam Trung - Assistant to the Dean and Head of FinTech. Guest speakers included Ms. Đỗ Thị Phương Lan representative of the Office of the State Securities Commission of Vietnam; Mr. Trần Quang Vũ - Specialist at the State Securities Commission of Vietnam; Mr. Nguyễn Thế Minh - Director of Research and Product Development, Yuanta Vietnam Securities Company; and Mr. Đàm Thanh Hiệp - Chairman of the Board of Directors, New World Group Asset Management Joint Stock Company.

A representative of the Faculty of Finance – Accounting presented letters of appreciation to the speakers

Opening the technical program, Mr. Trần Quang Vũ delivered a presentation on “The Legal Framework and Operations of Vietnam’s Securities Market”. He introduced the supervisory structure, the roles of financial intermediaries, investors’ rights and obligations, and prohibited practices in securities investment.

Through his sharing, UEF students gained deeper insight into the legal foundations, and better understood the role of law in building a transparent, secure, and sustainably developing market.

Mr. Trần Quang Vũ provided an overview of the legal framework and development orientation of Vietnam’s securities market

Continuing the program, Mr. Nguyễn Thế Minh offered multiple perspectives on “FinTech and AI in Securities.” From financial-technology application platforms such as YSradar, SSI Digital Advisor, TCInvest, and Finhay Bot to data analytics using artificial intelligence, he outlined a panoramic view of the strong transformation underway in Vietnam’s securities industry in the digital era.

With the message “Future-proof yourself,” the speaker encouraged students to start by building small applications that solve personal problems with technology, thereby developing innovative capacity and a creative mindset to enter the era of smart investing.

Mr. Nguyễn Thế Minh shared many perspectives on “FinTech and AI in Securities”

Concluding the program, Mr. Đàm Thanh Hiệp conveyed practical information and real-world perspectives on “AI and Digital Assets.” With the thought-provoking question, “AI may replace many positions, but can it replace your financial thinking?”, he led students to reflect deeply on human value in the age of technology.

Mr. Hiệp emphasized that artificial intelligence is opening many opportunities for finance; at the same time, the profession demands critical thinking, deep market understanding, and strategic decision-making—capabilities no algorithm can replace.

Mr. Đàm Thanh Hiệp conveyed useful information and practical perspectives on “AI and Digital Assets”

He also highlighted the role of enterprises in pioneering technological adoption and serving as a bridge between students and professional practice, contributing to the training of finance-technology human resources with competence and global readiness.

The seminar concluded with valuable knowledge and fresh learning inspiration. Through topics spanning the legal framework, FinTech and AI, and digital assets, UEF students not only expanded their knowledge but also developed a clearer view of their future career pathways.

Students’ questions were thoroughly addressed by the speakers

The program is evidence of UEF’s commitment to bringing practical knowledge into the classroom—helping students connect knowledge, technology, and real-world application to cultivate a mindset of integration and a spirit of innovation. With this toolkit, UEFers can confidently develop themselves and are ready to conquer the world of finance in the digital age.

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