BEX3727/BEX5727 – Engaging in International Business Vietnam
BEX3727/BEX5727 – Engaging in International Business Vietnam
About this program
Selected students will be enrolled in unit BEX3727 or BEX5727 for the SSB-01 teaching period. This unit may count towards your postgraduate or undergraduate degree as a major, capstone or elective unit.
Experience the energy and rapid transformation of one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies on the Vietnam Study Tour. Based in Hanoi, this immersive program provides students with the opportunity to explore a dynamic business environment shaped by foreign investment, entrepreneurship and increasing global integration.
Through a combination of academic engagement and industry exposure, students will examine key themes including market entry strategy, branding in emerging markets, sustainable development, and the role of government and international partnerships in economic growth.
Participants will engage with a range of organisations and institutions to gain real-world insights into Vietnam’s evolving economy. Company visits and guest sessions may include local and multinational organisations, professional services firms, and emerging industries such as technology, manufacturing and green energy.
The program also incorporates cultural and community-based experiences, enabling students to better understand the social and cultural context in which business operates. From city exploration to immersive regional experiences, students will develop cross-cultural capability and a deeper appreciation of doing business in Southeast Asia.
Students are required to attend a pre-departure session prior to the program commencing. Details of this session will be published soon.
Indicative itinerary*
Date | Activity |
9 Jan 2027 | Arrival in Hanoi, airport transfer, check-in and local orientation |
10 Jan 2027 | Program orientation, health and safety briefing, guided city exploration, welcome dinner |
11 Jan 2027 | Academic engagement and institutional visit |
12 Jan 2027 | Academic session on market entry and branding, cultural experience |
13 Jan 2027 | Community engagement activity and cultural immersion |
14 Jan 2027 | Company visits and applied learning |
15 Jan 2027 | Regional excursion begins, including travel and guided activities |
16 Jan 2027 | Regional experiential learning activities and cultural immersion |
17 Jan 2027 | Regional excursion continues |
18 Jan 2027 | Return to Hanoi and program activities |
19 Jan 2027 | Company visits across key industries |
20 Jan 2027 | Additional company visits and industry engagement |
21 Jan 2027 | Independent study, final presentations and farewell dinner |
22 Jan 2027 | Departure and transfer to airport |
*This itinerary is indicative only and may be subject to change. A more detailed itinerary will be provided to students who have confirmed their enrolment.
Assessment and results
This program is equivalent to 6 credit points of Monash study.
The lead academic will provide further information about the assessment linked to this unit and submission details.
Results release date: 1 March 2027
For enquiries, please contact:
Monash Connect – https://www.monash.edu/students/support/connect/contact-us
Applications
Applications open: 6 July 2026
| Dates / Deadlines: | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Year | App Deadline | Start Date | End Date |
| Summer B (Jan-Feb) | 2026 | 09-Aug-2026 | 09-Jan-2027 | 22-Jan-2027 |
| Information Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Course Level | Undergraduate and Postgraduate |
| Awarded Credit Points | 06 |
| Program Type | GST - Global Study Tour |
| Program Duration | 2 weeks |
| Leading Faculty | Monash Business School |
| Minimum WAM | 60% |
| Eligible Monash Campus | Monash Australia and Monash Malaysia |
| Minimum Credits Completed (at time of registration) | See 'How to Apply' tab |
| Funding Available | Monash Abroad Travel Grant |
Program Cost
Program cost: $XXX AUD
Deposit payment: $XXX AUD (non-refundable; payable within 72 hours of offer acceptance)
Final payment: $XXX AUD (due 19 September 2026)
Refund policy
Program fees are generally non-refundable, except in exceptional circumstances as determined by Monash Business School.
Circumstances that will not be considered exceptional include (but are not limited to):
- Failure to secure an appropriate visa
- Withdrawal after committing to an alternative study experience
- Change of mind
Students should carefully consider their availability and commitment before accepting an offer.
Program costs includes:
- Twin-share accommodation for the duration of the program, including daily breakfast
(single room upgrades may be available at an additional cost) - A curated schedule of company and organisation visits
- Academic sessions, workshops and experiential learning activities
- Cultural activities and regional excursion (including accommodation and guided experiences)
- All in-country transportation for scheduled program activities
- Welcome and farewell group functions
- Monash University travel insurance (covering the program and up to 15 days before and after)
Program costs do not include:
- Monash University tuition fees (6 credit points)
- International airfares (approx. AUD $700–$1,400)
- Visa costs (approx. AUD $0–$100)
- Accommodation outside program dates (approx. AUD $100–$250 per night)
- Meals not included in the itinerary (approx. AUD $10–$30 per meal)
- Personal expenses
- Spending money (recommended AUD $500–$1,000)
Travel insurance
If you are an actively enrolled Monash student and participating in an approved international program, you will be provided with complimentary travel insurance. You will automatically be covered once your application has been approved and your enrolment updated to reflect your study overseas.
Under this policy, travellers will also receive access to 24/7 emergency assistance provided by Global 24 Emergency Assistance and limited coverage for personal travel days.
Visas
Centrelink support documents
For the purposes of maintaining your Centrelink benefits during your overseas program, Monash Abroad can produce a letter confirming your participation in a study tour. Please note that this will be issued to you once you have completed all Monash Abroad requirements and are approved for travel.
Important Note:
The Monash Abroad Travel Grant and OS-HELP loan (if applicable) will be paid approximately 2-4 weeks prior to program commencement and only when all Monash Abroad requirements are completed by you. Therefore, these funds should not be considered as your primary source of funding to pay program related deposits and balances.
Monash Abroad Travel Grant
Monash students studying in Australia who are enrolled into a credit-bearing unit for this program will be assessed for eligibility to receive a Monash Abroad travel grant if they are not otherwise receiving any other scholarship that is intended to cover most or all of your travel/tuition costs for your program (e.g., New Colombo Plan Mobility grant).
You do not need to apply separately for this grant as your eligibility for this grant will be assessed as part of your application.
OS-HELP Loan
OS-HELP is a Commonwealth Government loan program that provides financial assistance to eligible Commonwealth Supported Place students, to undertake some of their study overseas.
If you are eligible for the loan and wish to apply, please submit your application as per the relevant OS-HELP loan term deadline, even if you have not been accepted into your overseas program by that deadline.
Student Loans
If you need help with study-related expenses, please refer to the student loans website and talk to a student adviser at Monash Connect.
Travel Scholarships
Please refer to the travel and placements scholarship website for more information.
Eligibility
Undergraduate:
- A WAM of 60% or above.
- Completed at least 72 credit points at the time of application.
Graduate:
- A WAM of 60% or above.
- Completed at least 24 credit points at the time of application.
Selection criteria
As places are limited and demand is high, selection is competitive and based on:
- Weighted Average Mark (WAM)
- Video submission (2–3 minutes) addressing:
- Your motivation for participating in the program
- How the program will contribute to your degree and/or future career aspirations
Applicants must submit supporting documentation via a Google Drive link. Please ensure access permissions are granted to Monash University. The link should be included in the Personal Statement section of your application.
At all times Monash University embraces and celebrates true diversity. We strongly welcome applications from our students living with disabilities, who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, students with caring and/or parenting responsibilities, who identify as LGBTIQA+, people of colour, and those whose identities intersect with more than one of the above.
How to Apply
Step 1: Submit an application for this program
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
Step 2: Selection and enrolment
The Monash Business School will review all applicants after the deadline to assess eligibility to participate in this overseas. Please note that this generally takes two weeks after applications have closed.
Step 3: Enrolment and travel approval
If you are accepted into the program, you will be issued with an outcome email and you will be enrolled into the associated unit. You will also receive an email alert with additional Monash Abroad tasks for you to complete:
Passport and Medical Details form
Travel Approval Request Form
Mandatory pre-departure module.
Once you have completed these tasks, Monash Abroad will approve you for travel. You will then have access to the travel insurance coverage and be issued with any relevant grants, loans and/or scholarships.
Important note: you must have a valid passport that does not expire until at least six months after the program end date.
Program contacts
For all enquiries, please contact Monash Connect and flag for attention to Global Programs and Partnerships.
Itinerary*
4 July 2026
- Arrive in Montreal
- Check into accommodation
5 July 2026
- Free day to explore
- Group welcome dinner
6 July 2026
- Presentation of the LEAD Program
- Introduction to AI seminar
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Guided tour of Montreal
7 July 2026
- Adapting to a Fast Evolution seminar
- Company visit
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Group cultural activity
8 July 2026
- Sustainability in the Digital Sector: Issues and Solutions seminar
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Programming workshop 1
9 July 2026
- Industrial Networks seminar
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Workshop / simulation
10 July 2026
- Modern AI: A Technical and Practical Overview seminar
- Free afternoon to explore
11 July 2026
- Free day to explore
12 July 2026
- Free day to explore
13 July 2026
- Company visit
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Programming workshop 2
14 July 2026
- Ethics of AI seminar
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Company visit
15 July 2026
- Information Technology and Governance of AI Systems seminar
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Free time to work on presentations
16 July 2026
- Data Sciences and User Experience (UX) seminar
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Company visit
17 July 2026
- Presentation report and program evaluation
- Lunch break (meal not provided)
- Trading Room simulation
- Certification ceremony and cocktail reception
18 July 2026
- Check out of accommodation
- Program concludes
*This is a sample program only and is subject to change. Successful participants will be provided with a finalised itinerary.