Category: Training activities

On September 6^th, 2024 at Melia Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam Report Joint Stock Company (Vietnam Report) organized a discussion with the topic “Strategic Competition for Vietnam Economy: View from Indo-Pacific Spark”.

The roundtable was attended by leading speakers and experts in the field of global trade. In particular, there is the presence of famous American speaker Mr. Mark Kennedy – Director of the Wahba Institute for Strategic Competition of the Wilson Center, US Congress and a member of The United States International Trade Commission with VIP representatives from the top largest & most prestigious enterprises in Vietnam attending.

Mr. Tran Quang Tuan – Chairman/CEO representing the Central Construction Joint Stock Company attended the roundtable and accompanied this meaningful program.

At the roundtable, speaker Mark Kennedy shared and provided a panoramic perspective on the strategic economic relationship between the US and Vietnam in recent years 2019 – 2023; about Vietnam’s economic growth along with policies affecting the relationship between the two sides. Thereby, helping businesses understand the fluctuations of the economy, adjust business plans to suit the market, not only promoting the full potential and resources of the domestic market, but also expanding to foreign markets.

In addition, other speakers shared practical experiences and suggestions for Vietnamese businesses on the path of sustainable development, creating business forms that bring new value to society.

Participating in the live roundtable, Mr. Tran Quang Tuan – Chairman/CEO shared about the challenges and difficulties in addition to the advantages on the path to conquering the international market of Vietnamese construction enterprises such as Central. From differences in technical expertise, workforce qualifications to competition in raw material and labor costs… Central requires efforts to learn, research and apply modern technology. Find optimal construction solutions, helping to accurately calculate the workload. From there, minimizing errors and losses, bringing the most optimal value to gain advantages in the bidding process, attracting Investors & Partners to trust and choose to construct big projects.

The roundtable attracted positive comments from guests, sharing together about the process of economic recovery and development. The best success of the seminar has opened a different direction in a situation where there are still many impacts and fluctuations in the market.

On the morning of August 24, 2024, at the campus of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT) – VNU – HCM, the opening ceremony to the new school year 2024-2025 took place in a solemn atmosphere with the participation of more than 5,000 new students of the class of 2024. At the ceremony, Central Construction Joint Stock Company awarded sponsorship costs for the school year according to the signed comprehensive cooperation agreement (MOU) worth 500 millions VND to HCMUT.

Central is a business that has been associated with the school for a long time, always accompanying and supporting students by sponsoring annual scholarships, contributing to improving learning opportunities and developing knowledge.

The message “Pride – Effort – Shine” promoting self-discipline is a passionate message sent to students at the Opening Ceremony at the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year. Discipline and the ability to plan not only help students have more autonomy in their studies but are also important factors in conquering themselves and demonstrating bravery in life. In the current era of technology developing at a rapid pace, the school hopes that students need to know how to select and absorb knowledge, in addition to professional knowledge, they need to be equipped with additional knowledge about administration.

Reviewing the outstanding achievements of the Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology over the years, Associate Professor Doctor Mai Thanh Phong – Principal sent a message to new students: “Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology guides you to an open environment, where you can promote autonomy and multi-dimensional interaction. We hope that you will make the most of the resources that the School has worked hard to build to find opportunities, develop your qualities and connect with the community to progress day by day.”

With the desire to accompany the school in enhancing the spirit of study promotion, Central awarded scholarships to new students at the Initiation Ceremony of the Faculty of Civil Engineering. The annual award will support students’ professional development during their studies, providing internship opportunities, professional training at the Company’s high-class projects, and many accompanying activities different from school.

On behalf of Central’s Board of Directors, Chairman – CEO Tran Quang Tuan said: “We have been witnessing a strong change in the construction industry and with the entry of generation Z, you not only bring in new ideas but also unique thinking. You will shape the future of the industry by applying new technology, from modern engineering, advanced design software to sustainable construction solutions. I believe that the combination of the experience of previous generations and your creativity will open up new opportunities and promote strong development of the industry.”

Central is proud to accompany the school through important events, especially the signing of a comprehensive cooperation agreement between the two sides to create the basis for a strong, long-term relationship. From there, improve the quality of training, meet the high demand for quality human resources and contribute to the further development of the construction industry, enhancing the industry’s role in the Vietnamese and international markets./.

Some photos at the ceremony:

On February 23^rd, 2024, Central Construction Joint Stock Company welcomes the International Organization for Human Resource Development and Innovation (iForce) Japan to visit the office in Ho Chi Minh City.

On the side of iForce:

• Mr. Shuhei Nishimoto – Director of iForce
• Mr. Hitochi Mihara – Dr. Eng. – Institute of Technologists
• Ms. Sasaki – Dr. – Project Researcher – The University of Tokyo

On the side of Central:

• Mr. Mai Chanh Thanh – Executive Director
• Mr. Tran Minh Thi – Associate Professor, PhD/Head of D&B Department
• Ms. Cao Thi Diem Chau – Head of Human Resources Department

iForce is the operator of a platform that connects employers with experienced candidates who are well-trained in Japan through support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). During this working trip, the Faculty of Civil Engineering of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology played an important role in introducing and connecting; In parallel, creating a supply-demand relationship in recruitment between the two sides. Through exchanging and understanding the operating model of iForce, the parties expressed gratitude for this valuable opportunity to meet and exchange; At the same time, the two sides look forward to future cooperation.

Innovative Organization for Human Resource Cultivation and Encouragement (iForce) aims to promote economic development of developing countries, promotion of international mutual understanding and the sound development of society and industry in Japan, thereby widely contributing to public benefit.

Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is an implementing agency of Japanese official development aid (ODA) for the purpose of supporting the socioeconomic development, recovery or economic stability of developing regions.

Aiming to enhance effective communication and form the company’s culture, on August 24th, 2022, CENTRAL cooperated with PACE to hold the HORENSO Training Course.

Attending the class, there are senior managers from Departments/Projects.

HORENSO stands for:

• “Hokoku” is to report;
• “Renraku” is to inform and notify of facts;
• “Sodan” is to consult or discuss..

There is not only an internal communication method for teamwork but also an imprint of Japanese culture. Now, it has been used in many businesses all over the world.

The training course focuses on 2 main parts: the value and the role of Horenso; the application of Horenso in work relations and practices.

In addition to the basic knowledge, throughout the training program, exercises in group activities help students gain the necessary thinking and awareness to be able to understand the principles, processes, tools, and methods to do well in the actual work that the trainees are in charge of.

The MOU signing ceremony between the Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) and CENTRAL is held this morning April 28, 2022, in the 6th-floor auditorium – the Central tower in the air of formality with the present.

At the HCMC University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE)’s side:

1. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyễn Trường Thịnh – Acting president

2. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Châu Đình Thành – Dean of Faculty of Civil Engineering

3. Dr. Trần Vũ Tự – Vice Dean of Faculty of Civil Engineering

4. Dr. Trần Văn Tiếng – Vice Dean of Faculty of Civil Engineering

5. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lê Chí Kiên – Vice Dean of Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

6. Dr. Lê Minh Nhựt – Vice Dean of Faculty of Vehicle and Energy Engineering

along with teachers & students from the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vehicle and Energy Engineering.

At the CENTRAL’s side:

1. Mr. Mai Chánh Thành – Executive Director

2. Ms. Mai Thị Kim Dung – Head of Human Resources

along with CENTRAL’s Managers, and employees.

The signing ceremony witnesses the cooperation between the two sides and brings many opportunities for scholarships to HCMUTE’s students after graduation.

After the signing ceremony, the representatives of CENTRAL share some information to answer questions from students about requirements and positions as well as internships at CENTRAL. Respectively, the team gives useful information to help students gain knowledge and skills for their future job.

On April 22nd, 2022, at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT), CENTRAL brought to FCE Job Fair many chances to experience positions in major projects of the company.

In the afternoon on the same day, the 2022 MOU signing ceremony between Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT) and CENTRAL is held in the air of propriety with the present:

At the Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT)’s side:

• Assoc. Prof. Dr.Tran Thien Phuc – Vice Rector
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Anh Tuan – Dean of Faculty of Civil Engineering
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Luong Van Hai – Vice Dean of Faculty of  Civil Engineering
• Dr. Luu Xuan Loc – Vice Dean of Faculty of  Civil Engineering

At the CENTRAL’s side:

• Mr. Tran Quang Tuan – Chairman & CEO
• Ms. Mai Thi Kim Dung – Head of Human Resources

The success of the MOU signing ceremony will witness the sustainable cooperation between the two sides as well as bring many chances to experience positions in major projects of the company and hope students become talents in the future.