HSB advances international cooperation with La Trobe University (Australia) in the fields of AI, ESG, and sustainable development.
HSB Advances International Collaboration with La Trobe University (Australia) in AI, ESG and Sustainable Development
On the morning of October 27, 2026, the School of Business and Management (HSB), Vietnam National University, Hanoi, held a meeting with a delegation of experts from La Trobe Business School, La Trobe University (Australia), to explore potential areas of collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI), business management, innovation and sustainable development.
DATE
October 27, 2026
PARTNER INSTITUTION
La Trobe Business School
KEY FOCUS AREAS
AI – ESG – Sustainable Development
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC PARTNER
La Trobe University – Connecting Knowledge and Applied Research from Australia
La Trobe University is a well-regarded Australian higher education institution offering teaching and research across a broad range of disciplines, including business, management and technology.
La Trobe University is a member of AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), an international organisation dedicated to advancing the quality of business education. Strengthening academic exchanges with international universities such as La Trobe provides HSB with opportunities to learn from international experience in research, education and industry engagement in the context of digital transformation.
CONNECTING INTERNATIONAL EXPERTISE
Visiting Experts from La Trobe Business School
PROFESSOR | BUSINESS ANALYTICS & ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Professor Damminda Alahakoon
Professor of Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence; Director of the Centre for Data Analytics and Cognition (CDAC), La Trobe Business School.
SENIOR LECTURER | ACCOUNTING
Dr Kate Mai
Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Course Coordinator for the Bachelor of Accounting programme, La Trobe Business School.
Advancing AI Applications in Management, Smart Manufacturing and Sustainable Supply Chains
During the meeting with HSB's Faculty of Non-Traditional Security Management, both sides engaged in in-depth discussions on the AI Competency Framework, sharing lessons learned and best practices in developing artificial intelligence capabilities.
The discussions explored the competencies required to effectively understand, apply and manage AI technologies, while considering potential applications in modern management and manufacturing environments.
KEY AREAS OF DISCUSSION
01
AI Competency Framework
02
Smart and Energy-Efficient Manufacturing
03
Predictive Maintenance and Industrial Data Analytics
04
Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chains
Other key topics included the application of AI in smart manufacturing, energy optimisation, predictive maintenance, industrial data analytics, and the development of sustainable supply chains capable of adapting to global disruptions. These areas of research and application offer opportunities to connect technological innovation with improved operational efficiency, responsible resource utilisation and stronger business resilience.
AI & SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION
Connecting AI capabilities with smart manufacturing, effective management and the development of sustainable, resilient supply chains.
Exploring Collaboration in ESG, Research Commercialisation and Technical Assistance
Following the first session, the La Trobe Business School delegation met with HSB's Faculty of Management to explore potential collaboration in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) consulting, research commercialisation and technical assistance.
These areas of cooperation aim to bridge academic knowledge and the practical needs of businesses, promote innovation, strengthen management capabilities and support the development of sustainable business solutions.
POTENTIAL AREAS OF COLLABORATION
ESG
Advisory services in environmental, social and corporate governance practices.
Research Commercialisation
Connecting research outcomes with practical applications and industry needs.
Technical Assistance
Sharing expertise and developing practical solutions for businesses.
Discussions on ESG and research commercialisation also highlighted the potential to strengthen connections between education, applied research and the evolving needs of businesses. These exchanges may provide a foundation for further cooperation in developing practical solutions with long-term value.
STRENGTHENING INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
Connecting Global Knowledge to Advance Sustainable Development
The meeting with La Trobe Business School further reflects HSB's commitment to expanding its international cooperation network with reputable higher education institutions around the world.
Through academic exchanges and engagement with international experts, HSB seeks to develop opportunities for collaboration in education, applied research and knowledge transfer, thereby enhancing educational quality, promoting innovation and generating meaningful value for the business community and society.
The discussions provide a foundation for both institutions to continue exploring potential cooperation in areas of shared expertise and mutual interest, particularly AI, ESG, business management and sustainable development.