ICAEW and UEH co-organize the training course “Without Question” – Connecting theory with practice in university teaching

23 Apr, 2025

On the morning of April 19, 2025, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) co-organized the ICAEW Academic Connect: Train the Trainer program, focusing on utilizing the training film Without Question in the university education environment. UEH served as the host for this event.

The program was attended by representatives from UEH leadership, ICAEW Vietnam, and over 70 lecturers from UEH and various universities nationwide, including: the University of Economics and Law (VNU-HCM), Ton Duc Thang University, University of Danang - University of Economics, University of Finance - Marketing, University of Foreign Trade (HCM City Campus), and TAD Learning Training Center.

In the opening speech, Dr. Tran Anh Hoa – Vice Rector of the UEH College of Business – emphasized: “We are very pleased that the program not only continues the success from 2024, when ICAEW first introduced this meaningful film at UEH, but has also expanded in scale and participants. Without Question is a special teaching tool, not only because of its dramatic and engaging content but also because of the ethical professional situations it presents, raising many questions about choices, responsibilities, and personal integrity. UEH always encourages lecturers to innovate teaching methods, connect with real-world practices, and develop critical thinking in students.”

Dr. Tran Anh Hoa, Vice Rector of the UEH College of Business, delivering the opening speech.

Representative of ICAEW Vietnam, Ms. Dang Thi Mai Trang, shared: “Without Question is a training film rolled out globally following the success of False Assurance. The film helps lecturers convey professional ethics values, decision-making skills, and critical thinking through practical debate scenarios. This is a powerful teaching tool with broad applicability across many fields of training.”

Ms. Dang Thi Mai Trang, representative of ICAEW Vietnam, delivering a speech.

During the program, ICAEW officially handed over the licensing agreement for the use of the Without Question film to representatives of the participating universities, opening the door for wider application of interactive teaching methods based on case studies in universities across Vietnam.

ICAEW Vietnam hands over the licensing agreement for the Without Question film to university representatives.

The program then moved into an in-depth training session led by Mr. Phan Vu Hoang – Deputy General Director of Tax Advisory Services, Deloitte Vietnam.

Mr. Hoang analyzed the structure of the five parts of the Without Question film, clarifying key situations related to professional pressure, conflicts of interest, and personal ethics in real-world environments. The film is regarded as suitable for teaching not only in accounting, auditing, and finance but also in business, management, law, and other career-oriented fields.

Mr. Phan Vu Hoang – Deputy General Director of Tax Advisory Services, Deloitte Vietnam, presenting.

Additionally, Mr. Hoang shared various effective teaching techniques, such as asking open-ended questions, organizing role-play and debate sessions, and leading critical thinking exercises… all designed to increase interactivity and develop students' decision-making and critical thinking skills. The training not only provided in-depth expertise but also inspired lecturers to design modern teaching activities that center on student engagement.

At the conclusion of the program, Dr. Nguyen Phuoc Bao An – Vice Dean of School of Accounting, UEH College of Business – acknowledged the practical values the workshop brought to university lecturers: “Training films like Without Question are effective tools for innovating teaching methods, refreshing the classroom environment, and stimulating active student participation. Incorporating real-life scenarios into lessons not only enhances critical thinking and decision-making skills but also creates opportunities for students to develop their communication and personal expression skills – essential competencies in the modern educational landscape. As an educational institution, we are committed to continuing the use of innovative teaching tools like this to improve teaching and learning quality.”