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Vietnamese universities exhibit a foundational awareness of sustainability and green

finance among students and faculty, a key strength given the global shift towards

sustainable development. With a considerable proportion of students already exposed to
sustainable development concepts, there’s a ripe opportunity for universities to build on

this existing knowledge base. Universities can leverage this awareness to develop

comprehensive green finance curricula. This can be achieved by introducing specialized

courses that focus exclusively on green finance, expanding existing programs to integrate

sustainable finance components, and creating new degree programs that blend
sustainability principles with finance education. These initiatives would cater to a range

of student interests, from those seeking a broad understanding of sustainability to those

aspiring for specialized skills in green finance.

Leveraging diverse interests: Forging industry-academia collaborations

The diversity of student interests in various green finance topics is a vital strength that

opens doors to collaboration opportunities with the industry. Students’ enthusiasm for

development trends, risk management, policy frameworks, and other green finance
aspects suggests an eagerness to engage with the subject matter in depth. This enthusiasm

can be leveraged by universities to forge partnerships with green finance professionals,

firms, and industry bodies. These collaborations could facilitate practical learning

experiences, internships, workshops, and guest lectures, providing students with

invaluable real-world insights and hands-on experiences in green finance. Additionally,
such collaborations can help ensure that the academic curriculum remains relevant and

attuned to the current industry practices and trends.

The diversity in student interests in green finance, ranging from development trends to

risk management, offers a unique strength. It suggests that students are not only receptive
to learning about green finance but are eager to explore its various dimensions. This

diversity can be a driving force for universities to establish partnerships with green

finance firms and industry bodies. Collaborations could include joint research projects,

internship programs, and workshops that provide practical insights into the green finance

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