Department of Skills Development

November 12, 2026

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Overview

The Department of Skills Development, under the Faculty of Economics and Management at Thuyloi University, is a pioneering unit in soft-skills education, dedicated to strengthening students’ personal and professional capacity. Since its founding in 2007, the Department has built a reputation for practical, learner-centered instruction that blends group discussion, real-world case studies, negotiation simulations, and interactive learning. Beyond the classroom, the Department also supports students through psychological counseling, helping them navigate both academic and personal challenges.

History and Mission

The Department of Skills Development was established on June 13, 2007, under Decision No. 507/QD-DHTL-TCCB issued by the Rector of Thuyloi University. Over nearly two decades of growth, the Department has affirmed its position as a pioneer in teaching and cultivating soft skills for students university-wide.

Guided by its mission to enhance personal capability and career readiness, the Department continuously renews its curriculum and adopts active, learner-centered teaching methods. Classes are dynamic and grounded in practice, combining group discussion, real-world scenarios, negotiation simulations, interactive games, and individualized feedback – an approach that has made its courses consistently popular and highly rated among students.

Alongside its teaching mission, the Department plays an active role in student development through psychological counseling services. Supported by an experienced and dedicated faculty team, the Department has become a trusted resource, helping students overcome academic and personal challenges and grow into well-rounded individuals.

Courses Offered

The Department of Skills Development is responsible for a range of core courses that equip students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to study and work effectively in professional environments. Each course combines theory with hands-on application through active teaching methods that build critical thinking and real-world problem-solving ability.

Soft Skills and Entrepreneurial Spirit (Kỹ năng mềm và tinh thần khởi nghiệp)
- Introduction: Develops essential soft skills – communication, presentation, teamwork, critical thinking, time management, problem-solving, and adaptability – needed to thrive in a professional setting.
- Highlights: Integrates entrepreneurial thinking, cultivating creativity, initiative, and the ability to identify and act on opportunities in a competitive business environment.
- Credits: 3 credits
- Duration: 1 semester
- Objective: To equip students with essential soft skills and an entrepreneurial mindset, enabling them to communicate effectively, work productively in teams, and take initiative in dynamic professional and business environments.
- Career Prospects: Graduates adapt more readily to workplace demands across all professions and gain the foundational mindset needed to pursue entrepreneurial ventures or leadership tracks within organizations.
- Instructors: Delivered by the Department’s team of experienced lecturers, including Dr. Pham Thi Hai Yen (Deputy Head of Department).

Management Skills Development (Phát triển kỹ năng quản trị)

Introduction: Equips students with the skills to manage themselves and organizations effectively, including planning, task management, team leadership, and decision-making.
Highlights: Practical, scenario-based learning strengthens leadership capacity, adaptability, and strategic thinking in management contexts.
Credits: 2 credits
Duration: 1 semester
Objective: To provide students with the practical knowledge and skills required to plan, organize, and lead effectively, both individually and within teams.
Career Prospects: Prepares students for supervisory and managerial roles by strengthening leadership capacity, adaptability, and strategic thinking applicable across industries.
Instructors: Delivered by the Department’s team of experienced lecturers.

Negotiation Skills (Kỹ năng đàm phán)

Introduction: Introduces the principles, strategies, and techniques of effective negotiation – a critical skill in business, management, and everyday life.
Highlights: Case studies, negotiation exercises, and scenario analysis build persuasive ability, conflict resolution, and the capacity to reach optimal agreements.
Credits: 2 credits
Duration: 1 semester
Objective: To help students master the principles, strategies, and techniques of effective negotiation applicable to business, management, and everyday situations.
Career Prospects: Equips graduates with persuasive communication and conflict-resolution skills valued in sales, procurement, human resources, management, and client-facing roles.
Instructors: Delivered by the Department’s team of experienced lecturers.

General Psychology (Tâm lý học đại cương)

Introduction: Provides a foundation in psychology, helping students understand core psychological principles, human behavior, and their application to life and work.
Highlights: Covers cognitive psychology, emotion, motivation, social behavior, and personality, applied toward personal development and effective communication.
Credits: 2 credits
Duration: 1 semester
Objective: To build a solid foundation in psychological principles and human behavior that supports personal development and effective communication.
Career Prospects: Supports careers in human resources, education, counseling, marketing, and any field requiring an understanding of human behavior and motivation.
Instructors: Delivered by the Department’s team of experienced lecturers.

Introduction to Linguistics (Dẫn luận ngôn ngữ)

Introduction: Explores the nature, structure, and development of language, strengthening students’ ability to use language in communication and academic work.
Highlights: Covers phonetics, vocabulary, syntax, and semantics, with an emphasis on real-world linguistic application.
Credits: 2 credits
Duration: 1 semester
Objective: To help students understand the nature, structure, and development of language, strengthening their academic and communicative competence.
Career Prospects: Provides a linguistic foundation valuable for careers in education, translation, publishing, media, and other communication-related fields.
Instructors: Delivered by the Department’s team of experienced lecturers.

Business Communication and Negotiation (Giao tiếp và đàm phán kinh doanh – Graduate Program)

Introduction: Designed for graduate students, this course builds professional communication skills for business contexts, including presentation, business writing, contract negotiation, and relationship-building.
Highlights: Learners apply communication models and negotiation strategies through realistic business scenarios to strengthen enterprise-level communication competence.
Credits: 2 credits
Duration: 1 semester
Objective: To develop advanced, professional communication and negotiation skills tailored for graduate-level learners operating in business environments.
Career Prospects: Strengthens executive-level competencies in negotiation, contract management, and relationship-building relevant to senior business and managerial careers.
Instructors: Delivered by the Department’s team of experienced lecturers, including Dr. Pham Thi Hai Yen (Deputy Head of Department).

Faculty

The Department of Skills Development is proud of its team of experienced, dedicated faculty who continually innovate their teaching methods. Beyond academic expertise, they serve as mentors who inspire students toward well-rounded personal and professional growth.

Dr. Pham Thi Hai Yen

Senior Lecturer – Deputy Head of Department

As a leading figure in the Department, Dr. Pham Thi Hai Yen consistently brings creative ideas and innovative teaching approaches to the classroom. Through her dedication and continuous drive for innovation, she has played a central role in developing effective soft-skills training programs that help students build practical, real-world competencies.

Phone: +84 98 206 5984

Email: [email protected]