In its educational mission, Van Hien University boasts a long-standing tradition and remarkable achievements. The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Van Hien University has been continuously developing and expanding with various academic disciplines to meet societal development needs, one of which is Public Relations.
All faculty members, including Public Relations lecturers, are dedicated to fostering both moral and professional excellence through teaching and scientific research. Many faculty members have published articles in specialized journals and undertaken highly regarded scientific research projects.
Additionally, to enhance the quality and prestige of the program and the faculty as well as address the learning needs of students, the department collaborates with numerous visiting lecturers. These individuals bring academic credentials, expertise, and practical experience from other universities, media organizations, event management companies, newspapers, magazines, news agencies, radio stations, television broadcasters, and communication firms. They participate in teaching, guiding theses, and supervising internships to provide students with valuable hands-on knowledge and skills.
List of Core Faculty Members in the Public Relations Program
- MA. Nguyễn Thị Hồng Thủy – Head of Department
- Dr. Phạm Quốc Hưng – Lecturer
- MA. Trần Thị Lợi – Lecturer
- MA. Phạm Thị Hương – Lecturer
Becoming a student in the Public Relations program equips you with solid professional knowledge, flexible skills, and a positive attitude. You will develop strong political and ethical qualities, a healthy lifestyle, disciplined and scientific work habits, creativity, and a progressive mindset. Additionally, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the societal roles and positions of communication professionals and the ability to communicate in foreign languages.
Upon graduation, students will become high-quality human resources for the labor market, capable of mastering technology and adapting to various work environments.
Training Orientation
To ensure students secure suitable, specialized jobs after graduation, the program emphasizes both classroom learning and professional skills training. Practical vocational skills and scientific research are key components of the curriculum.
The department has established partnerships with businesses, companies, newspapers, magazines, news agencies, radio stations, television broadcasters, and communication firms in Ho Chi Minh City and surrounding provinces. These collaborations provide students with trusted internship and practical training opportunities.
Alongside professional skill development, extracurricular activities and scientific research allow students to cultivate their professional skills, shape and develop their personalities, and adapt effectively to work environments after graduation.
Career Opportunities After Graduation
Graduates of the Public Relations program can pursue careers in:
- Managing media relations, community relations, event organization, and internal communications in state or private agencies, economic or international organizations, and non-governmental or social organizations.
- Journalism and media agencies, taking on roles such as reporters, editors, correspondents, commentators, broadcasters, program producers, hosts, advertising specialists, external relations officers, and collaborators at newspapers, magazines, news agencies, radio stations, television stations, and media channels.
- Companies and organizations as information officers, event organizers, advertising specialists, public relations officers, external affairs specialists, and digital marketing specialists.
- Assisting with analyzing and reporting on internal and external communication environments, developing and implementing communication strategies for business, team building, and brand development. Opportunities exist in corporate communication consulting firms, government ministries, and related departments.
- Researching and teaching in higher education institutions, addressing topics related to media and public relations as research assistants, future senior researchers, or lecturers in communication training and management.
The Public Relations program at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Van Hien University, continuously upholds the school’s educational philosophy: "To build character before achieving success." This guiding principle has not only earned the trust and choice of generations of students but has also met society’s demand for skilled human resources.