• Analyse Vietnam’s economic landscape: Evaluate the latest economic developments and opportunities in Vietnam, with a deep understanding of Ho Chi Minh City’s (HCMC) pivotal role as an economic and innovation hub.
• Identify opportunities in Vietnam’s digital infrastructure strategy: Recognise and assess new business opportunities across key sectors such as smart retail, smart transportation, smart healthcare, smart education, smart agriculture, and smart tourism.
• Leverage tech talent for digital transformation: Strategically utilise HCMC’s skilled workforce to offshore digital transformation projects to build smart businesses, fostering effective collaboration with tech professionals to enhance efficiency and innovation.
• Navigate Vietnam’s business environment: Demonstrate an understanding of the legal, cultural, and operational nuances of Vietnam’s business ecosystem. Learn practical strategies for successful market entry and long-term business sustainability based on real-world case studies.
• Evaluate regional economic opportunities: Analyse the latest developments in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and assess its impact on business opportunities in HCMC and Vietnam.
• Expand business networks: Build and cultivate relationships with leading industry associations, business leaders, and innovators in HCMC, leveraging networking opportunities to explore collaborations and strategic partnerships.
• Create business strategies: Develop innovative and pragmatic business strategies that align with Vietnam’s dynamic and evolving market environment, incorporating insights gained from the course.

Pre-trip in Singapore

Strategic workshop: Unlocking Smart Business Opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam

• Gain insights into Vietnam’s economic landscape: Understand the latest tech developments and opportunities in Vietnam’s economy, with a focus on HCMC’s pivotal role in the nation’s growth and innovation journey.
• Apply frameworks for business model innovation: Learn to use the framework to develop innovative and practical business models.
• Engage with market experts: Gain valuable perspectives from guest speakers with deep expertise in Vietnam’s business environment.

Site visit: Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), Vietnam

• Gain insights into Vietnam’s economic development strategies: Explore the latest updates on investment policies, growth initiatives, and incentive programs driving Vietnam’s economic transformation.
• Understand Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) opportunities: Discover RCEP-related business prospects and their potential impact on Vietnam’s trade and investment landscape.
• Explore Vietnam’s digital infrastructure strategy: Delve into emerging opportunities across smart industries, including smart transportation, smart healthcare, smart education, smart agriculture, and smart tourism.
• Assess potential partnerships: Identify and evaluate opportunities for collaboration with local partners to foster strategic growth and market expansion.

Seminar, lunch, and networking session

• Seminar: “Challenges and Opportunities in Vietnam’s Smart Industries”
  Gain valuable insights into the evolving smart industry landscape in Vietnam. Engage with and learn from leading tech entrepreneurs and innovators shaping the future of the smart industries.
• Networking with Industry Leaders
  Build meaningful connections with invited Vietnamese tech entrepreneurs, innovators, and potential collaborators.
• Explore Strategic Partnerships
  Discuss and identify opportunities for partnerships to drive innovation and business growth in Vietnam’s smart industries.

Site visit: FPT Corporation

• Overview of FPT Corporation: Discover Vietnam’s largest information technology service provider, FPT Corporation, with operations across three core sectors: Technology, Telecommunications, and Education.
• Explore comprehensive capabilities and services: Gain insights into FPT’s diverse offerings, including FPT Digital, FPT Smart Cloud, FPT Software, FPT Telecom, FPT Education, and FPT Retail. Understand how these services drive innovation and digital transformation globally.
• Learn best practices for offshoring digital transformation: Explore successful strategies and real-world applications for offshoring digital transformation projects to maximize efficiency and value.
• Identify partnership opportunities: Discuss and evaluate potential collaborations with FPT Corporation to leverage its expertise and capabilities for your digital transformation needs.

Site visit: SoiHub, Quang Trung Software City (QTSC)

• Learn about SoiHub’s role in Vietnam’s startup and innovation ecosystem: Learn about SoiHub, a leading innovation ecosystem designed to foster Vietnam’s startup and tech landscape. SoiHub collaborates with top global companies like Samsung, Qualcomm, Schneider Electric, Vingroup, and SaigonTel to drive innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Leverage QTSC’s favourable business environment: Discover the benefits for technology companies operating within SoiHub, including tax exemptions of up to 11 years, and how these advantages contribute to business growth and sustainability.
• Explore strategic partnership opportunities: Identify potential partnerships with SoiHub and its network of innovative tech companies to accelerate your business initiatives in Vietnam’s dynamic market.

Seminar, lunch, and networking session

• Seminar: “SoiHub’s Global Partnership Ecosystem: Trends & Opportunities”
  Gain insights into SoiHub’s dynamic global innovation and entrepreneurship network and explore emerging trends and opportunities within its ecosystem.
• Networking and partnership exploration: Connect with SoiHub and its ecosystem partners to discuss potential collaborations and explore mutually beneficial business opportunities.

Site visit: Inspectorio

• Overview of Inspectorio’s Impact on the Global Supply Chain: Discover how Inspectorio is revolutionising the global supply chain by empowering retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers to manage their operations with a strong focus on quality and responsible sourcing. Named one of CB Insights’ Retail Tech 100 in 2023, Inspectorio is at the forefront of transforming supply chain management.
• Explore innovative technologies and business models: Learn about the cutting-edge technologies and business models driving Inspectorio’s success and shaping the future of supply chain operations.
• Evaluate partnership opportunities: Discuss and assess potential collaborations with Inspectorio to leverage its expertise and innovative solutions for your business needs.
• Learn best practices from Inspectorio: Gain valuable insights into best practices in supply chain management and digital transformation from one of the industry’s leading companies.

Site visit: Sendo Farm

• Overview of Sendo Farm’s pioneering role in integrating agriculture and retail: Learn how Sendo Farm, a multi-technology integrated system, is revolutionising the delivery of fresh food and consumer goods at competitive prices. Through the application of digital transformation technologies in agriculture and retail, they produce millions of clean meals daily for consumers. Sendo Farm was recognised as a 2022 Sao Khue Award winner by the Vietnam Software and IT Services Association, solidifying its leadership in the industry.
• Explore innovative business ecosystems and models: Discover Sendo Farm’s cutting-edge business ecosystem and innovative models that are shaping the future of digital agriculture and retail.
• Evaluate partnership opportunities: Discuss potential partnerships with Sendo Farm to leverage their technology and expertise in transforming supply chains, retail, and agriculture.

Seminar, lunch, and networking session

• Seminar: “Opportunities in Sendo Farm’s Integrated Agriculture and Retail Platform”
  Learn about the unique opportunities within Sendo Farm’s integrated platform, which combines agriculture and retail innovations to transform the food and consumer goods industry.
• Networking and partnership exploration: Connect with Sendo Farm and its ecosystem partners to explore potential collaborations

Site visit: Vingroup

• Overview of Vingroup’s diversified business ecosystem: Discover Vingroup, one of Vietnam’s largest and most influential conglomerates, with a vast portfolio spanning technology, industry, real estate development, retail, and services including healthcare and hospitality.
• Explore Vingroup’s key business units: Gain insights into Vingroup’s flagship brands, including Vinfast (electric vehicles), Vinpearl (hospitality), Vinmart (supermarkets), Vinmed (healthcare), Vinschool (education), VinUniversity, and Vinhomes (property development). Learn how these diverse sectors create a synergetic ecosystem.
• Networking and partnership exploration: Engage with Vingroup’s leadership and partners to explore potential business collaborations.
• Learn best practices from Vingroup: Gain valuable insights into Vingroup’s successful business practices and how they drive innovation, growth, and sustainability across multiple industries.

Site visit (Evening): Workshop with the Singapore Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (SCCV)

• Insights into Vietnam’s business landscape: Learn the latest updates regarding challenges and opportunities for businesses in Vietnam, and understand the dynamic market environment.
• Real-life case studies: Successes and failures in Vietnam. Learn from real-world case studies showcasing both successful ventures and business failures in Vietnam, gaining key insights for navigating the market.
• Best practices for operating in Vietnam: Discover proven strategies and best practices for running a successful business in Vietnam, from market entry to long-term sustainability.
• Networking and partnership exploration: Connect with SCCV members to explore potential collaborations and partnership opportunities within Vietnam’s vibrant business community.

SUTD S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship Seminar: Unlocking Smart Business Opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam

• Guest speaker presentation: Gain valuable insights from a guest speaker who is an expert in the Vietnam market, offering perspectives on the latest trends and opportunities in HCMC’s dynamic business environment.

Group discussion topics:

• Collaboration Ideas from HCMC-Based Business Owners
  Hear firsthand from local business leaders about potential collaboration opportunities and market strategies in HCMC.
• Collaboration Ideas from Singapore Delegates
  Share insights and explore collaboration ideas from the Singapore delegation, focusing on cross-border business opportunities.
• Explore Partnership Opportunities and Best Practices
  Identify key partnership opportunities and learn how to apply the best business practices to succeed in the Vietnam market.

Hands-on strategy workshop: Unlocking Smart Business Opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam

• Develop your innovative and pragmatic strategy: Participants will apply the strategic framework to create innovative, actionable business strategies that leverage the opportunities in HCMC.

Roundtable panel discussion: Unlocking Smart Business Opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam

• Panellists: Selected representatives from the Vietnam Government, Regional Director (HCMC), Enterprise Singapore
• Interactive discussion: All participants will have the opportunity to share their respective strategies, providing insights and feedback to enhance collaboration and unlock new business opportunities in HCMC.

Presentation of company’s business strategy to capture business opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC).