Technology & Innovation Management is a pioneering interdisciplinary major that combines modern information technology with innovative and creative thinking, helping students become the next-generation technology and innovation managers — those who know how to leverage technology to create new value for businesses and society.

The program at the NIIE Institute equips learners with creative thinking, innovation management skills, and the ability to apply digital technologies in areas such as AI, Big Data, IoT, Blockchain, and Fintech, as well as to implement digital business models and innovative startups.

Through the Project-Based Learning model, international curriculum, and bilingual English–Vietnamese environment, students gain hands-on experience working with industry experts while improving their English proficiency up to IELTS 5.5–6.0. With a strong focus on practical application and global integration, Technology & Innovation Management opens diverse career opportunities in technology corporations, startups, R&D centers, innovation enterprises, or allows students to confidently launch their own ventures in the digital era.

Degree: Engineer of Information Technology issued by Nguyen Tat Thanh University

Duration: 4 years

Mode of study: Full-time.

NOTE: The minimum quality assurance threshold applies to all admission methods for applicants graduating from 2026 onward: Total score of 3 subjects ≥ 15 points.

Applicants may apply through one of the following 5 methods:

Method 1: Admission based on the results of the 2026 National High School Graduation Examination according to subject combinations.

Method 2: Admission based on high school transcripts meeting one of the following criteria:

  • The average annual grade of 3 subjects (Grades 10, 11, 12) in the subject combination ≥ 18/30.
  • The average annual grade of subjects (Grades 10, 11, 12) in the subject combination combined with the National High School Graduation Exam score or Competency Assessment Test score ≥ 18/30.
  • Graduation evaluation score (as stated on the Graduation Certificate) ≥ 6/10.

Method 3: Admission based on the results of competency assessment tests conducted by Vietnam National University – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam National University – Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City University of Education.

Method 4: Admission based on a combined academic score calculated using the following formula:

Academic Score = (National High School Graduation Exam Score × 50%) + (High School Transcript Score × 40%) + (Competency Assessment Test Score × 10%)

Method 5: Direct admission and priority admission for students who have won prizes in National Excellent Student Competitions, National Science and Technology Competitions, ASEAN and international skills competitions; as well as international applicants who meet academic requirements or are nominated under official admission programs.

Basic/major subjects:

Basic Skills in the Digital Era
Digital Competence and Exploiting Open Educational Resources
Administrative Services
Information and Communication Technology
Advanced Mathematics (Math for computing)
Research Project (Computing research project)
Programming
Professional Development, Grooming and Etiquette
Introduction to Law
Discrete maths
Physical education
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Database Design and Development
Security
Advanced Programming
Data Structure and Algorithm
Software Technology
Website Design and Development
Advanced Soft skills in the Digital Age
IT Project Management
Client/server computing systems
Business Information System (strategic IS)
Business Intelligence (IT)
Application program interfaces
Software Testing
Networking
Programming for Mobile Devices
Application Development
Cloud computing
Software Architecture
Agile software development
Database Management Systems
E-Commerce & Strategy
Embedded Systems and the Internet of Things (IoT)
Graduation Project
Software engineering Special Project 1
Software engineering Special Project 2
Software engineering Special Project 3
Computer Science Special Project 1
Computer Science Special Project 2
Computer Science Special Project 3

Intensive English:

Nep 1 – Elementary level
Nep 2 – Pre-Intermediate level
Nep 3 – Pre-Intermediate level
Nep 4 – Intermediate level
Nep 5 – Intermediate level
Nep 6 – Upper-Intermediate level

Graduates of the Technology & Innovation Management program can confidently pursue positions such as:

  • New Product Development Specialist

  • Technology Market Analyst

  • Innovation Strategy Consultant

  • Technology Transfer Expert

  • IT Specialist

  • Corporate Innovation Manager

  • Technology Manager

  • Lecturer or Innovation Researcher

  • Tech Startup Founder