By Phạm Phương Minh
16 December, 2025
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Fintech Development and Innovation Center (DNU-FIDIC)

I. Short-term training programs for enhancing Fintech knowledge and skills

Overview

The Fintech Development and Innovation Center (DNU-FIDIC) is a unit under Fintech Academy (FTA) with the mission of pioneering education, research, and community engagement in the Fintech sector in Vietnam. FTA aims to build a modern learning ecosystem where technology and finance intersect, fostering innovation and sustainable development in the field of digital financial services.

🌱 Value proposition

Upon completion of the program, participants will:

• Gain an in-depth understanding of global Fintech technology trends and their applications in the Vietnamese context;

• Develop the capability to analyze, implement, and manage Fintech products and solutions;

• Build competitive advantages for organizations and enterprises through innovation – driven approaches;

• Enhance professional value and expand career development opportunities in the digital era.

🎯 Mission and vision

The Fintech Development and Innovation Center (DNU-FIDIC) under Fintech Academy (FTA) of Dai Nam University was established with the objective of becoming a leading hub for Fintech training, research, and community engagement in Vietnam.

DNU-FIDIC is committed to nurturing and developing high-quality human resources in the field of Financial Technology, contributing to the digital transformation of the financial sector and related industries.

⚙️ Rationale for establishment

The rapid expansion of Fintech companies in Vietnam over the past decade has created an urgent demand for human resources with integrated competencies in both finance and information technology.

While formal Fintech training programs in Vietnam remain limited, the establishment of DNU-FIDIC serves as a strategic solution by offering short-term, flexible, and practice-oriented training programs aimed at:

• Enhancing professional qualifications for personnel working in finance, banking, and technology sectors;

• Rapidly strengthening the competencies of specialists, lecturers, and managers in the Fintech field;

• Bridging academic knowledge with the practical needs of the financial – technology market.

A 2023 survey indicates that more than 50% of professionals in the finance – banking and information technology sectors identify Fintech as a key driver of digital transformation and express strong demand for practical short-term training programs, providing a solid foundation for the establishment of DNU-FIDIC.

📚 Activities and Training Programs

FTA offers a comprehensive portfolio of intensive short-term Fintech upskilling programs tailored for:

• Professionals working in commercial banks, Fintech companies, and intermediary financial institutions;

• Managers and business leaders operating in a digital transformation environment;

• Lecturers and researchers in finance and technology-related fields;

• Individuals interested in Fintech entrepreneurship and innovation.

🧭 Training content includes:

• Applications of information technology in finance and banking;

• Fintech product development and management, risk management, legal frameworks, and professional ethics;

• Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), big data, robo-advisory services, peer-to-peer lending, and crowdfunding;

• Entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic leadership in the digital economy.

All courses are flexibly designed, allowing modular combinations tailored to the needs of individual learners or enterprises. The programs adopt modern, highly interactive teaching methodologies and are delivered directly by leading domestic and international Fintech experts.

Participants who successfully complete the course will be awarded a recognized certificate in accordance with the regulations of Dai Nam University.

🌍 Location and connectivity

Center’s headquarters: Dai Nam University, No. 1 Pho Xom Street, Phu Luong Ward, Hanoi.

Training programs are delivered either on campus or in collaboration with domestic and international partners, creating an open, up-to-date, and globally connected learning environment.

II. Training programs of DNU-FIDIC

1. Fintech teaching skills training for lecturers viên (ToT – Training of Trainers Model)

“Fintech ToT – Training of Trainers” is a specialized training program implemented by the Fintech Development and Innovation Center (DNU-FIDIC) under the Fintech Academy (FTA), Dai Nam University. The program is designed to enhance knowledge, strengthen professional expertise, and improve pedagogical competencies for lecturers teaching Financial Technology (Fintech).
The program aims to develop a standardized, professional, and internationally oriented Fintech faculty, contributing to the realization of the Fintech Academy’s vision of advancing Fintech education in the Vietnamese language. Through this initiative, FTA seeks to widely disseminate the scientific, economic, and social value of Financial Technology in Vietnam.

💡 Program content and structure

The program is developed based on standardized Fintech education frameworks while continuously incorporating global technology trends to ensure that lecturers remain aligned with the rapid evolution of the field.

Representative modules include:

Fintech Fundamentals
Commercial banking operations and Financial technology
Business data analysis and business intelligence (BI) applications
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine learning
Big Data Analytics in Business
Blockchain Technology and applications in Finance

🚀 Value proposition

Upon completion of the program, lecturers will:

Possess comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of Fintech;
Master modern pedagogical methods and instructional tools for Fintech education;
Confidently design, deliver, and further develop Fintech courses in Vietnamese in accordance with international standards;
Contribute to shaping a high-quality Fintech faculty workforce, fostering innovation in finance–technology education in Vietnam.

2. Fintech fundamental program

The Fintech Fundamental Training Program is designed for beginners or individuals seeking to build a comprehensive foundational understanding of Financial Technology (Fintech) – a field that is profoundly transforming the structure of the global financial system.

Through real-world case studies and representative Fintech models, participants will be exposed to modern Fintech thinking and gain insights into the mechanisms of Fintech product development, delivery, and management. The program also equips learners with a solid understanding of regulatory frameworks, professional ethics, and potential risks within the digital financial ecosystem.

💡 Program content

The program is structured into progressive, interconnected, and highly applied modules, making it suitable for learners from diverse backgrounds, ranging from finance and banking to technology and innovative entrepreneurship.

Representative modules include:

• Fintech Fundamentals

• Foundations and Structure of Fintech

• Fintech Regulatory Frameworks and Regulations

• Fintech Ecosystems and Innovation

• Blockchain Ecosystems and Applications in Finance

• Introduction to Digital Currencies and Digital Assets

• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Finance

🚀 Value proposition

Upon completion of the program, participants will:

• Gain a thorough understanding of the concepts, structure, and role of Fintech in the digital economy;

• Identify key models, trends, and technologies shaping modern finance;

• Develop the ability to analyze, evaluate, and apply Fintech solutions in business operations, investment activities, or financial management;

• Build a solid foundation for pursuing advanced or specialized Fintech training programs.

3. Advanced Fintech Program

Advanced Fintech Program is designed to develop professional competencies, technological thinking, and strategic skills for learners who already possess foundational Fintech knowledge or are currently working in finance, banking, technology, and innovation management.

The program focuses on enhancing the application of advanced technologies in financial operations through specialized modules such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data Analytics, Blockchain Applications in Finance, Digital Banking and Fintech Risk Management, Digital Business Strategy, and Fintech Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Participants will learn directly from leading domestic and international Fintech experts and engage in simulation exercises, real-world projects, and enterprise case analyses. These learning activities are designed to strengthen participants’ capabilities in developing, implementing, and managing digital financial products and services.

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be well-prepared to assume roles as Fintech specialists, managers, lecturers, or consultants, and to lead digital transformation initiatives within financial institutions and modern enterprises.

III. Other activities of DNU – FIDIC

1. Research and technology transfer

🏆 VietChain Talents 2025: Dai Nam University Fintech Academy’s mark on Vietnam’s Blockchain talent landscape

On July 24, 2025, the team representing the Fintech Academy of Dai Nam University (DNU-FTA) officially made its mark at the Semifinal Round of VietChain Talents 2025 with the project “VietEduChain” – a Layer-1 Blockchain platform aimed at driving innovation in Vietnam’s higher education sector. This milestone represents a significant achievement, affirming the progress of FTA students on their journey to mastering modern financial technologies.

🌐 VietChain Talents – A national-level technology arena

VietChain Talents 2025, co-organized by 1Matrix, the Vietnam Blockchain Association, and the Government Cipher Committee, is widely recognized as one of Vietnam’s leading academic competitions for Blockchain talent. After more than two months of launch and development, the competition attracted over 300 ideas from 220 teams, including 138 official submissions from universities, enterprises, and technology organizations nationwide.

Beyond celebrating innovative ideas, the competition serves as a real-world innovation arena, where students are challenged with practical problems in Blockchain, Fintech, data traceability, and digital transformation bridging academic knowledge with real industry demands.

💡 The Dai Nam mark – Where knowledge meets the aspiration for innovation

Entering this national-level arena, the DNU-FTA team carried with them a strong passion for technology and a clear aspiration to innovate Vietnam’s financial sector. Under the guidance of lecturers from the Fintech Academy, students developed the “VietEduChain” project, applying Layer-1 Blockchain technology to the management of educational data with the goal of enhancing transparency, security, and efficiency in the storage and verification of academic records.

Each competition round represented a journey of growth from systems thinking and analytical skills to teamwork and creative problem-solving. Students gained hands-on exposure to core Blockchain technologies, learned how to manage data, ensure information security, and optimize decentralized financial models, while also expanding their professional networks with technology experts, mentors, and financial – banking enterprises.

🚀 A journey of growth for future digital citizens

The journey of the Dai Nam FTA team at VietChain Talents 2025 was not merely a competition, but a transformative process that demonstrated the competence and resilience of Vietnam’s Fintech students.

Through countless teamwork sessions, late-night research, and intensive presentation rehearsals, students transformed knowledge into tangible products and passion into practical value.

The spirit of “Practical Learning – Practical application – Practical credentials – Practical careers”, which Dai Nam University consistently upholds, was vividly reflected in each project and idea. Beyond professional training, Dai Nam Fintech Academy is committed to cultivating technological thinking, innovative capacity, and social responsibility core qualities of global digital citizens.

VietChain Talents 2025 thus stands not only as a competition, but as a journey that connects knowledge, ignites ambition, and shapes the future of Vietnam’s Fintech ecosystem. And along this journey, the Fintech Academy of Dai Nam University has firmly left its footprint on the national Blockchain talent map.

2. Business consulting and industry engagement

🤝 Accelerating strategic cooperation between Fintech Academy (DNU-FTA) and Blockchain & AI Technology Institute (ABAII) under the signed MOU

Accelerating strategic cooperation between Fintech Academy (DNU-FTA) and the Blockchain & AI technology Institute (ABAII) under the signed MOU

On the afternoon of June 4, 2025, a delegation from the Fintech Academy of Dai Nam University (DNU-FTA), led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dang Ngoc Duc, Director of the Academy, held a working session at the Blockchain & AI Technology Institute (ABAII) to implement cooperation activities under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the two institutions.

The meeting was chaired by Dr. Le Linh Luong, Vice Director of ABAII, and focused on discussing and agreeing upon key cooperation programs, including Training of Trainers (ToT) programs in Blockchain and digital assets, student training on the Masterteck platform, development of conferences, scientific research, online courses, and international certification programs. Both sides also agreed to expand cooperation in delivering AI and Blockchain training programs for high school students, as well as for enterprises and credit institutions.

The meeting marked an important milestone in the strategic partnership between DNU-FTA and ABAII, aiming to build a comprehensive education – technology – finance ecosystem and to contribute to the development of high-quality human resources in Fintech, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence in Vietnam.

3. Business – Academia collaboration

🤝 Fintech Academy signs strategic partnerships with nine corporate partners

On May 27, 2025, at Dai Nam University, the Fintech Academy (DNU-FTA) held a ceremony to sign strategic cooperation agreements with nine corporate partners across the fields of Blockchain, Fintech, finance, insurance, banking, and digital technology, marking an important milestone in building a practice-oriented education–industry ecosystem.

Speaking at the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dao Thi Thu Giang, President of Dai Nam University, emphasized:“This is not merely a signing ceremony, but a gateway to real-world learning opportunities, innovation, and career development for Dai Nam University students.”

Representing the corporate partners, Mr. Nguyen Huu Hieu (FiinGroup) and Mr. Bui Quoc Khanh (TNTech) highlighted the strong potential for research collaboration, R&D activities, and the development of products powered by Vietnamese innovation.

The event reaffirmed DNU-FTA’s commitment to connecting academia with market needs, developing high-quality human resources, and realizing its educational philosophy of “Practical learning – Practical application – Practical careers – Practical credentials.”