On the afternoon of March 13, 2026, the Institute of Business Research (IBR) held a meeting with representatives from the University of Huddersfield to discuss the development of academic programs and the expansion of future educational and research collaboration.
Attending the meeting from the Institute of Business Research was Prof. Vo Xuan Vinh – Dean of the Institute, together with members of the Institute. Representing the University of Huddersfield were Prof. Jingjing Xu – Dean of the School of Business, Education and Law, and Prof. Abhijit Sharma – Director of Postgraduate Programmes.
During the meeting, both sides exchanged ideas on the orientation and development of academic programs. Discussions focused on designing programs that align with market demands, strengthening interdisciplinary approaches, and promoting academic exchange activities between faculty members and researchers from both institutions.

The meeting took place in an open and positive atmosphere, creating promising opportunities for collaboration between the Institute of Business Research and the University of Huddersfield. The partnership is expected to enhance international academic connections and support the development of high-quality educational programs.
The dialogue and cooperation with the University of Huddersfield represent an important step in UEH’s internationalization strategy, contributing to the expansion of its global academic network, the enhancement of educational quality, and the promotion of impactful research activities.
By Anh Thu – Institute of Business Research