UEH Launches Computer-Based ACCA Examination Centre, Marking a Strategic Milestone in International Education and Sustainable Development

23 Jul, 2025

On the afternoon of July 21, 2025, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), in collaboration with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), held the Inauguration Ceremony of the Computer-Based ACCA Examination Centre at UEH. This event marks a strategic milestone in UEH’s journey toward standardizing training quality in accordance with international benchmarks and expanding access to professional certification opportunities for the accounting and auditing community in Vietnam.

In attendance at the ceremony, on behalf of ACCA, were Mr. Pulkit Abrol – Director, ACCA Asia Pacific; Mr. Ren Varma – Cluster Head, ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia; Ms. Khuat Thi Lien Huong – Head of Education Relationships, ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia; along with other senior representatives from ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia and ACCA Vietnam.

Distinguished guests also included representatives from PwC Vietnam Co., Ltd. and Ernst & Young Vietnam Co., Ltd.

Representing UEH were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bùi Quang Hùng, Vice President of UEH, along with leaders from various departments, offices, member colleges, faculties, and institutes across the university.

Event Overview

The event marked a significant milestone for UEH in its efforts to enhance the quality of human resources in the fields of accounting, auditing, and finance—professions that play a critical role in the current digital economy. It also reaffirmed UEH’s mission to cultivate a globally competent generation of students, equipped to integrate swiftly into the international labor market and to meet the increasingly rigorous demands of the digital transformation era and sustainable development goals.

The establishment of the Computer-Based ACCA Examination Centre at UEH is not only a milestone in the strategic partnership between two reputable educational and professional institutions—one domestic, one international—but also opens up new opportunities for students, faculty, and the professional community to gain closer access to global professional standards. This development serves as a clear testament to UEH’s ongoing commitment to building excellence in training quality, global integration, and the standardization of education in alignment with international benchmarks.

In his remarks at the event, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bùi Quang Hùng shared:

“The establishment of the Computer-Based ACCA Examination Centre at UEH is a strategic step in our journey toward aligning our training quality with international standards—not only for UEH students but also for the broader professional community in the region. This initiative is an integral component of UEH’s modern, flexible, and globally oriented professional education ecosystem. As one of our key partners, we are proud that UEH and ACCA have jointly launched the ‘Sustainability Hub’ initiative, promoting sustainable development education in the fields of accounting and finance. These efforts further affirm UEH’s pioneering role in training high-quality human resources to meet the demands of global integration and sustainable development.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bùi Quang Hùng – Vice President of UEH delivering his remarks

Mr. Pulkit Abrol, Director of ACCA Asia Pacific, highly commended the long-standing partnership between ACCA and UEH, which has spanned over a decade. He noted that the number of UEH students and alumni pursuing the ACCA qualification ranks among the highest in the region—clearly reflecting the university’s strong reputation in education and its firm orientation toward global integration.

He further emphasized that the establishment of the Computer-Based ACCA Examination Centre on UEH’s campus not only provides added convenience for the university’s students, but also serves the broader ACCA learner community in Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces. This initiative enables learners to access and complete their foundational exams in a professional, modern, and globally standardized environment.

Mr. Pulkit Abrol – Director of ACCA Asia Pacific delivering his speech

The UEH Center for Education Testing (UEH-CET) is the designated unit responsible for organizing computer-based examinations (CBEs) for ACCA subjects, operating under CBE license number 2025/26 issued by ACCA. The examinations cover FIA (Foundations in Accountancy) subjects and Applied Knowledge-level ACCA papers (as part of the ACCA qualification).

Equipped with modern facilities, standardized computer systems, and a professional operations team, the Center provides optimal conditions for students and candidates to conveniently complete their foundational ACCA exams directly at UEH.

UEH and ACCA Leadership Jointly Cutting the Ribbon at the Inauguration of the ACCA-UEH Examination Centre

Engagement and Tour Activities of the International Standard ACCA Examination Room (CBE)

As a multidisciplinary, research-oriented university, and a pioneer in digital transformation and sustainable development, UEH continuously strengthens its collaboration with leading international professional organizations. Among these, ACCA stands out as a strategic and long-standing partner, accompanying UEH not only in academic training but also in research, professional development, and capacity building for students.

Key strategic initiatives in this partnership include:

+ The implementation of the Integrated Accounting Program with ACCA International Professional Certification at the School of Business – UEH College of Business, with further expansion to students across all faculties;
The co-development of the “Sustainable Education Hub” initiative, offering international certifications in sustainability, financial reporting, data analytics, and digital applications in the accounting and finance sectors.

+ The inauguration of the Computer-Based ACCA Examination Centre at UEH has become a new milestone in the strategic cooperation between the two institutions, reaffirming their joint commitment to building a high-quality, globally integrated, and sustainable educational ecosystem. Through its methodical strategies and long-term vision, UEH continues to position itself as a trusted partner of international professional bodies and a training ground for future global citizens and outstanding students.