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Furthermore, the interviewees offered specific recommendations for modifying

education programs to better align with the economy’s needs and trends. They suggested

adding new courses that equip students with the skills and knowledge required by the
job market.

“In my opinion, the curriculum should incorporate new courses to better align with the

needs of the economy, based on formal surveys and assessments.”

Additionally, they stressed the importance of incorporating real-world scenarios into

courses, allowing students to analyze and assess practical situations.

“Training programs need to be more closely linked to reality. This means teaching and
explaining through specific case studies.”

“Teaching should be closely tied to reality, using real-life scenarios to illustrate the

lectures and serve practical needs.”

To enhance students’ practical knowledge, alongside case studies, educational

institutions could invite business experts and guest speakers with hands-on experience.

“It’s essential to incorporate green finance topics into formal course outlines and invite

experienced experts to teach directly.”

While there are some encouraging signs of collaboration between universities and

businesses in the field of green finance education, there remains a considerable gap that

needs to be bridged. The initiatives such as inviting guest speakers, organizing

competitions, and seeking sponsorships are steps in the right direction but are still
relatively limited in scope.

Furthermore, it is evident that the current green finance education at universities in Hanoi

is not fully aligned with the green job market, and there is a need for more comprehensive
training programs that cater to the evolving needs of the economy. Green jobs, as

highlighted by one educator, are fundamentally intertwined with traditional business

activities, emphasizing the importance of integrating sustainability into existing

practices.

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